Tag Archives: professionalism

Mark of professionalism

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Douglas

TweetThe young lady’s answer told the inquirer everything they needed to know …“First and foremost I focus on the tennis,” she said. “Whatever comes with it I take in [my] stride. I know it’s part of the job. I appreciate … Continue reading →

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Coaching ….. adding to the ‘craft’

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Douglas

TweetProfessional Tennis Coaches around the globe seek to do things better … or at least should ! Taking the form of conferences, engaging with colleagues, self analyzing tournament play, online viewing/reading, player watch, Federation coach development workshops … personal improvement … Continue reading →

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Professionalism at ‘play’

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Douglas

TweetSharing recently (facebook/twitter), the lastest ‘finals wrap up’ from the ATP – Shanghai and the WTA – Linz tournaments there were two distinct examples of ‘professionalism’. In Shanghai, Andy Murray was attempting to close out the match in the second … Continue reading →

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Olympic lessons !

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Douglas

TweetTennis returns to ‘normality’ this week as players gear up and prepare for the US Open. This Grand Slam event is referred to as ‘The Open‘ for the reason that the progressive winners must not only be talented and have … Continue reading →

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National pride

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Douglas

TweetSince world rankings have been a part of tennis I cannot recall Australia not having a men’s player in the top 100. Well, it is about to happen and the questions about the state of our ‘game’ will surely surface. … Continue reading →

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