James Rushby: Derbyshire Men County Week Preview
County Week is back and as James Rushby, Captain of Derbyshire Men says: ‘We are buzzing for it, we can’t wait!’ Listen to James’ quick fire preview of the action and hear which Grand Slam winners he’s managed to defeat in his time on LTA County Cup…
County Week is back and as James Rushby, Captain of Derbyshire Men says: ‘We are buzzing for it, we can’t wait!’ Listen to James’ quick fire preview of the action and hear which Grand Slam winners he’s managed to defeat in his time on LTA County Cup…
Danny Sapsford: A County Cup Celebration
I love LTA County Cup and it was brilliant to speak with Danny and celebrate the 125th anniversary of the event many know as County Week!
Danny has played in every Grand Slam, he’s played Pete Sampras in the third round at Wimbledon and reached 170 in the World in singles. As you’ll hear, his record with Surrey, who he represented as a player or Captain for 35 years is remarkable.
Find out why Danny, who now runs an amazing charity called Bright Ideas For Tennis, and I and thousands of others around the Country think LTA County Cup is such a fantastic event.
To find out about Danny’s charity work, please head to: https://www.brightideasfortennis.org/
I love LTA County Cup and it was brilliant to speak with Danny and celebrate the 125th anniversary of the event many know as County Week! Danny has played in every Grand Slam, he’s played Pete Sampras in the third round at Wimbledon and reached 170 in the World in singles. As you’ll hear, his record with Surrey, who he represented as a player or Captain for 35 years is remarkable. Find out why Danny, who now runs an amazing charity called Bright Ideas For Tennis, and I and thousands of others around the Country think LTA County Cup is such a fantastic event.
Rob Salmon: Why One Of The World’s Best Called A Lad I Coach ‘A Legend’
A lovely little story of how one of the World’s best tennis players ended up calling one of my pupils at Church Broughton Tennis Club a ‘legend’! It's a story that really does shows a positive side of social media.
Thanks very much to SiRobbiTennis.Photos for making the picture of John available on a share alike basis. Please check out https://www.sirobitennis.photos
A lovely little story of how one of the World’s best tennis players ended up calling one of my pupils at Church Broughton Tennis Club a ‘legend’! It's a story that really does shows a positive side of social media…
Thanks very much to SiRobbiTennis.Photos for making the picture of John available on a share alike basis. Please check out https://www.sirobitennis.photos
Cal Loveridge: My Tennis Podcard from Derbyshire to an American Adventure
In the first of a new series, Cal Loveridge delivers out first tennis podcard*. You’ll get the lowdown on Cal’s journey from Church Broughton primary school in Derbyshire to playing for his County, heading off to an American Uni and building a life with his family in the U S of A! It’s an inspiring story which shows just what an ACE role tennis can play in your journey through life…
* A short 10 min audio update - the podcast equivalent of a postcard!
PS If you have any ideas on guests that would make a great tennis podcard please comment on Apple Podcasts or visit my website at www.serveandvolley.net R x
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In the first of a new series, Cal Loveridge delivers out first tennis podcard*. You’ll get the lowdown on Cal’s journey from Church Broughton primary school to playing for Derbyshire u18s, heading off to an American Uni and building a life with his family in the U S of A! It’s an inspiring story which shows just what an ACE role tennis can play in your journey through life…
To listen to the podcast with Cal, please select from the links below:
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6IEY230qdKvEUsVuCDdsUI?si=f15111619f4f47a5
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* A short 10 min audio update - the podcast equivalent of a postcard!
Andrew Jarrett: Reflections On Being The Championships Referee At Wimbledon
Get ready for the World’s finest tennis tournament by listening to Andrew Jarrett’s reflections on the annual rollercoaster ride that he went on as Championships Referee at Wimbledon from 2006 to 2019. You’ll also hear about Andrew’s future plans plus his passions for County Week, Derbyshire Tennis and, of course, Derby County!
Get ready for the World’s finest tennis tournament by listening to Andrew Jarrett’s reflections on the annual rollercoaster ride that he went on at Wimbledon as the Championships Referee from 2006 to 2019. You’ll also hear about Andrew’s future plans plus his passions for County Week, Derbyshire Tennis and, of course, Derby County!
To listen to the interview with Andrew Jarrett, please select from the players below!
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Howard Green: The Tennis SuperMovers Mission To Get Kids Active
You’ve only got to read this quote from Howard Green, who is one of the UK’s leading Strength and Conditioning (S&C) coaches to understand why I am so FIRED UP about the Tennis SuperMovers Mission to get kids active! ‘Kids are starting WEAK and they are getting WEAKER. They are all on their IPADS.’
I’ve experienced this first hand and I think it’s time for a crusade to increase exercise time! Join us and as you’ll hear, that’s exactly what Howard - who has had an amazing journey from The Marines to being S&C coach for a former world no.1 and Head of Sports Science at Bolton Arena - and his fellow S&C Coach Simon Brundish are hoping to achieve…
You’ve only got to read this quote from Howard Green, who is one of the UK’s leading Strength and Conditioning (S&C) coaches to understand why I am so FIRED UP about the Tennis SuperMovers Mission to get kids active! ‘Kids are starting WEAK and they are getting WEAKER. They are all on their IPADS’. I’ve experienced this first hand and I think it’s time for a crusade to increase exercise time! Join us and as you’ll hear, that’s exactly what Howard - who has had an amazing journey from The Marines to being S&C coach for a former world no.1 - and his fellow S&C Coach Simon Brundish are hoping to achieve…
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French Open: Pav Gill’s Paris Predictions
Exciting! The French Open is upon us and we welcome tennis aficionado (and MASSIVE Novak Djokovic fan) Pav Gill back to the show to share his views and knowledge on who is going to fly high at Roland Garros and who we both think will be lifting the trophies…
Exciting! The French Open is upon us and we welcome tennis aficionado (and MASSIVE Novak Djokovic fan) Pav Gill back to the show to share his views and knowledge on who is going to fly high at Roland Garros and who we both think will be lifting the trophies…
Julie Blackwood: A Compelling Case For Sports Psychology
Are tennis players and parents adequately and effectively prepared for the psychological demands of the game? And if not, how should we go about it? These questions lie at the heart of what I found to be a fascinating and insightful conversation with leading UK Sports Psychologist Julie Blackwood. The mental side of our game is massive, so take a little time to listen find out how you can help yourself, your players or your children thrive when it comes to competing and find out why I believe sports psychology deserves a place at tennis’s top table…
Are we adequately and effectively preparing tennis players and parents for the psychological demands of the game? And if not, how should we go about it? These questions lie at the heart of what I found to be a fascinating and insightful conversation with leading UK Sports Psychologist Julie Blackwood. The mental side of our game is massive, so take a little time to listen find out how you can help yourself, your players or your children thrive when it comes to competing and find out why I believe sports psychology deserves a place at tennis’s top table…
JULIE BLACKWOOD INTERVIEW ON APPLE
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Rob Salmon: 365 Seconds On My First Year As A Full Time Coach
Tennis has been a positive part of my life for as long as I can remember, but a year ago I took the plunge and delivered my first lesson as a full time tennis coach. And what a year it has been! I’d love it if you’d take a listen to my reflections on my first year, the challenges, the things that have made me happy and why I started coaching on an old milking parlour… A massive thank you to each and every one of you who has supported me on my tennis journey!
Tennis has been a positive part of my life for as long as I can remember, but a year ago I took the plunge and delivered my first lesson as a full time tennis coach. And what a year it has been! I’d love it if you’d take a listen to my reflections on my first year, the challenges, the things that have made me happy and why I started coaching on an old milking parlour… A massive thank you to each and every one of you who has supported me on my tennis journey!
Tom Gibbins: LTA Head of Education and Community
Tom plays a pivotal role in the new LTA Youth Schools initiative which is designed to give huge numbers of primary school children the chance to give our brilliant game a go.
With a £250 voucher available to primary schools to spend on coaching or equipment as part of the programme, it was brilliant to hear how well the programme is going and learn about Tom's journey to becoming LTA Head of Education and Community...
To find out more about the LTA Youth Schools programme and how primary schools can qualify for the £250 voucher, please search for 'LTA Youth Schools'.
PS If you have children at a primary school or know a primary school teacher please do share this episode with them! Let's spread the word...
Tom plays a pivotal role in the new LTA Youth Schools initiative which is designed to give huge numbers of primary school children the chance to give our brilliant game a go.
With a £250 voucher available to primary schools to spend on coaching or equipment as part of the programme, it was brilliant to hear how well the programme is going and learn about Tom's journey to becoming LTA Head of Education and Community...
To find out more about the LTA Youth Schools programme and how primary schools can qualify for the £250 voucher, please search for 'LTA Youth Schools'.
PS If you have children at a primary school or know a primary school teacher please do share this episode with them! Let's spread the word...
Jane Rushby: Player, Coach And Tennis Parent
Jane Rushby has been a player (representing her County Derbyshire 126 times), a coach (playing a key role in developing a thriving tennis scene at the club she helped establish) and a parent (all four of her children have played to a high level and have an ongoing love for the game). So it was great to hear about Jane's journey and her experiences. I hope you’ll enjoy hearing about it too…
Jane Rushby has been a player (representing her County Derbyshire 126 times), a coach (playing a key role in developing a thriving tennis scene at the club she helped establish) and a parent (all four of her children have played to a high level and have an ongoing love for the game). So it was great to hear about Jane's journey and her experiences. I hope you’ll enjoy hearing about it too…
Rob Salmon: My First Day At School, County Captain And A Letter From Downing Street…
In this episode, I give a quick fire update on my tennis journey! How buzzing I am about my first day at school, my new role as a County Captain of not one but two teams and how and why I ended up getting a letter from Downing Street about my podcast…
In this episode, I give a quick fire update on my tennis journey! How buzzing I am about my first day at school, my new role as a County Captain of not one but two teams and how and why I ended up getting a letter from Downing Street about my podcast…
Maik Burlage: The Affordable Digital Tennis Court Is Here!
I loved speaking to Wingfield CEO Maik Burlage about their connected tennis court solution which can deliver a pro court experience to amateurs up and down the land via the Wingfield app. Watch that unbelievable lob you made on the video highlights or check out your first serve speed or percentage of unforced errors with a wealth of Wimbledon like data. As you’ll hear, the Wingfield system is more affordable than you might think…
I loved speaking to Wingfield CEO Maik Burlage about their connected tennis court solution which can deliver a pro court experience to amateurs up and down the land via the Wingfield app. Watch that unbelievable lob you made on the video highlights or check out your first serve speed or percentage of unforced errors with a wealth of Wimbledon like data. As you’ll hear, the Wingfield system is more affordable than you might think…
Dom Dietrich: From Tennis Court To Football Commentator
The persistence and resilience Dom learnt on the tennis court helped prepare him for life as a football commentator working for the BBC covering teams like Manchester United. If you’re interested in tennis and / or football this is an episode for you! Plus we hear how Dom ended up making national headlines with a genius idea involving the Eat Out To Help Out scheme…
The persistence and resilience Dom learnt on the tennis court helped prepare him for life as a football commentator working for the BBC covering teams like Manchester United. If you’re interested in tennis and / or football this is an episode for you! Plus we hear how Dom ended up making national headlines with a genius idea involving the Eat Out To Help Out scheme…
Rob Salmon: BIG Career Change Announcement
Dear friends, I have an announcement to make today. It’s a decision I’ve not taken lightly. I hope you’ll understand…I’m moving from court to stage. Can you spare a minute to hear about the exciting next chapter of my career!? R x PS Be amazing if you’d hit FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to help my career get off to a flying start!
Dear friends, I have an announcement to make today. It’s a decision I’ve not taken lightly. I hope you’ll understand…I’m moving from court to stage. Can you spare a minute to hear about the exciting next chapter of my career!? R x
David Rawlinson: LTA President Interview
David Rawlinson’s passion for tennis shines through in this episode. We hear how David’s tennis journey began and as LTA President he gives an insight into the inner workings of the game in Britain. David explains the role the President and LTA Council play and what he’s excited about for tennis in 2021…
UPDATE: David’s chapter as LTA President came to a close in 2023. The new LTA President is Sandi Procter. Click the link to find all about Sandi’s amazing tennis journey.
David Rawlinson’s passion for tennis shines through in this episode. We hear how David’s tennis journey began and as LTA President he gives an insight into the inner workings of the game in Britain. David explains the role the President and LTA Council play and what he’s excited about for tennis in 2021…
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Alex Guzder: The King of Ashby’s Castle
Alex is a multi award winning coach at a multi award winning club and in this episode he shares his recipe for how he and the team at Ashby Castle have made it happen. Alex and the club have been incredibly active during lockdown(s) and as you’ll hear he managed it whilst having and recovering from a heart operation. It’s quite a story…
Alex is a multi award winning coach at a multi award winning club and in this episode he shares his recipe for how he and the team at Ashby Castle have made it happen. Alex and the club have been incredibly active during lockdown(s) and as you’ll hear he managed it whilst having and recovering from a heart operation. It’s quite a story…
Vic Allen: An American University Adventure
What is it like to be on a sports scholarship at one of the top tennis universities in the US? Find out as we speak to Derbyshire’s Vic Allen who has gone from starting to play on park courts to Junior Wimbledon and now Florida State University where she is a key member of their highly successful tennis team.
What is it like to be on a sports scholarship at one of the top tennis universities in the US? Find out as we speak to Derbyshire’s Vic Allen who has gone from starting to play on park courts to Junior Wimbledon and now Florida State University where she is a key member of their highly successful tennis team.
To listen to the interview with Vic, please choose from one of the players below!
APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/my-tennis-journey-with-rob-salmon/id1542036883?i=1000512891016
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/62gtEGwG3tcmT3qT1KSRVG?si=3e54ea4f992a44dd
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Rob Salmon: Birthday Greetings and a Little Wish…
I figured my birthday was a good time to reflect, say thanks for those who’ve supported my coaching and podcast and look to the future. It’d be amazing if you could have have a listen and take the little action I mention at the end… R x
PS I’m a (sort of) poet and I didn’t know it…
Yay! It’s my birthday…a good time to reflect, say thanks for those who’ve supported my coaching and podcast and look to the future. It’d be amazing if you could have have a listen (it’s just over a minute long) and give a birthday subscribe / follow! R x
PS I’m a (sort of) poet and I didn’t know it…
John Cavill: Schools Can Supercharge Tennis
Discover why schools offering tennis is so important to the future growth of our game! John is a font of knowledge when it comes to making a thriving schools program happen. Indeed, he led a coach collaboration that resulted in tennis videos being sent in to 2,000+ school during lockdown. Plus find out why John feels the key to unlocking tennis is collaboration…
Discover why schools offering tennis is so important to the future growth of our game! John is a font of knowledge when it comes to making a thriving schools program happen. Indeed, he led a coach collaboration that resulted in tennis videos being sent in to 2,000+ school during lockdown. Plus find out why John feels the key to unlocking tennis is collaboration…