What does it really take to develop a junior tennis player into a professional?
I sat down with Beau Treyz — former collegiate player (University of Nebraska & University of North Florida), ATP-level coach, and author — for one of the most honest and practical conversations I've had on the show. Beau has lived both sides of the journey.
He grinded through the Futures circuit, worked at country clubs to fund his playing career, and has spent the last 6-7 years coaching at the professional level, including current work with American ATP player Brandon Holt.
In this episode we cover:
Why most junior players practice wrong — and what to do instead
The role of athleticism in closing the gap between practice and match performance
Serving and returning strategies that actually prepare you for competition
How to reframe missed shots so they build confidence instead of killing it
The mental shift from outcome-focused to process-oriented thinking
The realistic picture of the junior-to-pro pathway (the good, the hard, and the financial reality)
Where American tennis is headed — and why both of us are optimistic
Beau also shares details on his newly published book on tennis drills and strategy, built specifically to help developing players compete at a higher level.
Whether you're a junior player, a tennis parent, or a coach — this one is packed.
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