Podcasts about Tennis Australia

Action Audio is a new language being created to transcend sport. It augments live radio broadcasts to change the way blind and low vision sports fans can participate in live sport and entertainment. Developed in partnership with Tennis Australia and Monash University, Action Audio uses data from a ball monitoring computer vision system to emphasise key moments of play with a 3D sound design system that has been developed with the blind and low vision community. Barbara Sullivan speaks to Machar Reid, Head of Innovation at Tennis Australia, about this new technology.Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Tiley is the CEO of Tennis Australia and long-time Tournament Director of the Australian Open — the largest annual sporting event in the Southern Hemisphere and the most-watched global sporting event each January, with over 14,000 staff, 800 players, and 2.5 billion viewers worldwide.This is one of Craig's most personal and rare long-form interviews. It's time to explore your curiosity. Please enjoy.***To support this podcast, check out our some of our sponsors & get discounts:→ $1,000 off Vanta: Your compliance superpower. Get it now at https://vanta.com/high→ Get up to 6 months of Notion's Business plan for free with Notion AI included (worth $12K): Go to - https://ntn.so/highflyers & click “Apply Now”***If you're keen to discuss sponsorship and partnering with us, email us at contact@curiositycentre.com today!  Hosted by Vidit Agarwal, Founder of Curiosity Center and The High Flyers Podcast.It's now time to explore your curiosity.    ***CLICK HERE to read show notes from this conversation. Please enjoy!***Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn or TwitterGet in touch with our Founder and Host, Vidit Agarwal directly hereContact us via our website to discuss sponsorship opportunities, recommend future guests or share feedback, we love hearing how to improve! Thank you for rating / reviewing this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, it helps others find us and convince guests to come on the show! ***The High Flyers Podcast is a "meticulously researched audio biography" that uncovers the untold stories of remarkable people and companies—redefining what it means to be a high flyer. Launched in 2020, it has ranked in the global top ten for past two years, with listeners in 27 countries and over 200 episodes released. A flagship product of the Curiosity Center, it has been featured in Forbes, Daily Telegraph, and at SXSW, offering raw, relatable insights from childhood to career, helping listeners become 1% better every day.200+ guests have joined Vidit Agarwal on the show from 15+ countries, including The CEO's of multi-billion dollar companies like Bunnings, Australia Post, Woolworths; Board Members at Macquarie Bank, ANZ, Reserve Bank; Former Prime Minister of Australia; Globally renowned tech leaders from Google, Microsoft, Xero; Successful Venture Capital and Family Office Investors; CIO's at the world's biggest superannuation funds; Leading Entertainers; Olympic Gold Medal Winning Athletes and interesting minds you wouldn't have heard of that are changing the world. Our parent company, Curiosity Center is your on-demand intelligence hub for knowledge, connections and growth to achieve your potential, everyday. Join 200,000+ Investors, Founders, Functional Leaders, CEOs and Emerging Leaders. Learn with the world's best and be 1% better everyday at https://curiositycentre.com***   

Can Iga overcome her toughest draw yet? Can Sinner silence the doubters? Will we nee a new Roland Garros Champion? We break down the 2025 French open draw and give our predictions for the second Grand Slam of the year Enjoy 

With over 50 years of tennis experience, we have made a few mistakes in our time and learnt many lessons along the way. Here are out best lessons we wish we knew sooner. We also play an epic game of "Never Have I Ever"

Sinner plays his first tournament since his ban. Wimbledon's traditions. The battle of the racquet sports and 100 tennis players vs 1 gorrilla debate.

The Clay season is here! We talk all lead up tournaments to the French Open, Novaks form slump, Carlos new documentary, Questionable line calls and we ask the question what would tennis look like if Rafa Nadal never took up tennis. Enjoy

Tennis Australia (TA) is not only the governing body for tennis in Australia and responsible for the legendary Australian Open. TA is also committed to young talent and supports girls and young women in the Pacific through tennis. Isabelle Gemmel is Head of International Engagement and Stakeholder Relations at Tennis Australia. She is originally from Saarland and now lives in Melbourne. We talk to her about the Pacific Women and Girls in Tennis program. - Tennis Australia ist nicht nur der Dachverband für Tennis in Australien und verantwortlich für die legendären Australian Open. Der Verband setzt sich auch für den Nachwuchs ein und unterstützt Mädchen und junge Frauen im Pazifik durch den Tennissport. Isabelle Gemmel ist Head of International Engagement and Stakeholder Relations bei Tennis Australia. Sie kommt ursprünglich aus dem Saarland und lebt heute in Melbourne. Wir sprechen mit ihr über das Programm Pacific Women and Girls in Tennis.

Coaching isn't just about forehands and footwork - it's about shaping resilient, positive, and purpose-driven people. In this episode, we're joined by the mother-daughter duo Helen Rice and Saskia Rice-Schaffeler from the Helen Rice Tennis School, whose legacy is grounded in developing tennis players and great humans. From decades of experience in Adelaide to coaching in Germany, they share insights into the art of communication, active listening, and creating trust in the coach-student relationship. Whether you're in the hospitality industry, on the tennis court, or leading a team, this conversation is packed with wisdom on mindset, mentorship, and lifelong learning. About Helen Rice – Professional Tennis Coach & Business Owner Helen Rice has been coaching tennis for over 45 years and founded the Helen Rice Tennis School in Adelaide, South Australia, in 1979. Alongside her coaching team, she has coached hundreds of children and adults – ranging from three to eighty-seven years old – including many third-generation families. The school currently operates across three clubs and numerous schools. A qualified Tennis Australia Club Professional coach, Helen has coached teams and squads for Tennis SA and has served as a mentor for Tennis Australia's Hot Shots and Cardio Tennis programs. She has also presented at both state and national coaching conferences. In 2017, she was awarded the prestigious Tennis Australia Newcombe Medal and has been a finalist on four other occasions. Helen currently serves on the board of the Women's Tennis Foundation and is a member of the Tennis Australia Coach Coalition. She and her daughter Saskia were honoured to be part of the inaugural Tennis Australia Women's Coach Connect workshop led by Nicole Pratt in 2022—an initiative designed to elevate and support women in coaching across the country. Outside of coaching, Helen's passions include art (she has sold numerous paintings at exhibitions), golf (with a best handicap of 6), learning German, and staying active. About Saskia Rice-Schaffeler – Professional Tennis Coach & Business Owner Saskia Rice-Schaffeler is a Tennis Australia–qualified Club Professional coach and joint business owner of the Helen Rice Tennis School. Her coaching journey began in high school as a casual role in her mother's business, continuing through university where she also supported the business in administration. She holds a Bachelor of Human Movement (Sport and Exercise Science) and, after considering careers in teaching and physiotherapy, chose to pursue tennis coaching and business management full-time. Saskia has coached in talent development for Tennis Australia and spent time coaching in Germany (in German). A passionate advocate for coach development, Saskia has worked in this space both within the Helen Rice Tennis School and for Tennis Australia. In 2022, she and Helen were invited to participate in the inaugural Tennis Australia Women's Coach Connect workshop with Nicole Pratt – a groundbreaking initiative supporting the growth and visibility of women in coaching. Saskia is committed to helping people reach their potential, believing that trust and effective communication – both verbal and non-verbal – are fundamental to every successful coaching relationship. Connect: Website: https://www.helenricetennis.com.au Insta: https://www.instagram.com/helenricetennis/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HelenRiceTennisSchool/

Welcome to Season 14 Episode 8 of the ParentingAces Podcast, a proud member of the Tennis Channel Podcast Network. This week, we travel to the metaverse and the new Tennis Australia digital world of Beyond Tennis with Ridley Plummer. Ridley Plummer is Tennis Australia's Senior Manager Digital Sales and Metaverse, leading the Australian Open (AO) Metaverse strategy and overseeing the development of the Metaverse and Digital Innovation projects. Spearheading the AO Digital Innovation Programs, Ridley is passionate about new technology and its potential to evolve industries beyond physical sporting events into the virtual world. Ridley has been instrumental in progressing the AO's launch into the Metaverse with multiple groundbreaking projects including Beyond Tennis, AO Adventure on Roblox, AO Artball and the AO School's Block Buster Tennis Challenge in Minecraft Education.  It was just a matter of time before Tennis caught up with the rest of the major sporting world and entered the alternative reality known as the metaverse. In this week's episode, Ridley walks us through Tennis Australia's commitment to innovation and technology and introduces us to its latest creation known as Beyond Tennis. Beyond Tennis is not a video game in the classical sense, however. Rather, it is a digital platform which allows its users to coach and act as agent for a variety of AI-generated male and female tennis players from countries around the globe. As Ridley explains, the user can manage the player's training, fitness, nutrition, and social and media commitments in order to help the player improve in his/her performance in tournaments and team events held within the platform. You really have to see it to truly understand it, so be sure to check out the video version of this episode for a sneak peek! To download Beyond Tennis, visit its website here or here are the quick links: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/beyond-tennis/id6737754053 Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.onefuturesports&pli=1 For more information on Ridley and his work at Tennis Australia, check out his LinkedIn profile here. If you're so inclined, please share this – and all our episodes! – with your fellow tennis players, parents, and coaches. You can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or via your favorite podcast app. Please be sure to check out our logo'd merch as well as our a la carte personal consultations in our online shop. CREDITS Intro & Outro Music: Morgan Stone aka STØNE Audio & Video Editing: Lisa Stone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Got a question about the show? Click here & Send us a text!Hey, Legends! Welcome to the first episode of Season 4 of The Building Talks Podcast!This week, I'm chatting with Mick Hawes, a high-performance business coach specialising in the construction industry. As a bestselling author and former elite sports coach with Tennis Australia, Mick brings a unique perspective on achieving success in both business and life.We dive into practical strategies for boosting productivity, profitability, and time management while building stronger, more effective teams. Mick also shares his insights on mindset, trust-building, and the power of daily performance rituals to help you take your career to the next level—whether you're leading a business or working your way up. Mick's Builders Business Blackbelt system is designed to create business success, but his advice is equally valuable for anyone striving to improve and grow in their professional life.Key takeaways from this episode: ✅ Mindset is the foundation of performance and success. ✅ Mentoring and coaching can fast-track growth. ✅ Small daily habits can drive long-term improvement. ✅ Trust and empathy strengthen team and client relationships. ✅ Asking smart questions is a game-changer for communication. ✅ Profit management and strategy ensure business sustainability. ✅ The PPR framework—Preparation, Performance, and Recovery—boosts success in any role.

Our Guest today on Talk Birdie To Me is James Watson, Senior Vice President of Production at LIV Golf, so a big gig! James tells us some of the figures from LIV Adelaide, they are impressive. He talks about how they had a very short timeframe to get the first London event up, and it was only in Adelaide that he felt 'LIV had arrived'. We find out about James career, and how it led him to his current role with LIV, via Cricket Australia, Asian Tour Golf, and Tennis Australia. James talks about the graphics on screen during golf, and why he believes they are so important. He goes on to talk about what he calls the 'second screen experience' and the importance of this for fans.Nick asks James about the drone tracer, and James explains how they developed this innovation at LIV. Mark asks if James is happy with the LIV Adelaide product, and if they have more in the tank. He says that it is the best era for participation in 30-years, however that is not yet translating to viewership. James tells us what it's like being in the LIV Production truck with 60 cameras to direct, he talks about the importance of having a tight team and great communication lines. James talks about how they use fan data to drive decisions on how they execute the coverage, and gives examples. He talks about the inspiration that LIV has taken from Formula One and The Australian Open tennis.Mark asks about whether James has exposure the big boss Yasir, and how much exposure he has had to The Shark over the journey. He tells us what The Shark is like to work with. We ask James about whether there is a feeling that LIV and the PGA getting back together is imminent.A fascinating chat with an Aussie who has a massive gig on a world scale.We're live at Titleist and FootJoy HQ, we're here thanks to our great partners:The watchMynumbers app, play smarter and use your data. Download from the App Store or Google Play;PING will help you play your best. See your local golf shop or professional for a PING club fitting;Golf Clearance Outlet, visit them online here to find your nearest store, they're all over the country;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia.Southern Golf Club - now with their brand new Simulator Room including Trackman.And of course Titleist and FootJoy!Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, send a voicemail here, and see us on YouTube here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Double bounce rules, VAR mistakes, injury time outs and on court collisions... do we need to change some rules in tennis? The boys give their take on the week taht was in the world of tennis Enjoy   

On today's episode, I'm grateful to be joined by Roddy Campbell, Director of Partnerships & International Business at Tennis Australia  We're catching up right off-the-back of the busiest three weeks of the year for Roddy and his team, having just seen the Australian Open conclude in Melbourne. The tournament has developed an incredible reputation as the 'startup slam' and innovation flows through everything that they do - including across partnerships.  Although starting out in sport at The FA, Roddy has spent a lot of his career in the worlds of music and entertainment at the likes of EMI and Universal.  In our conversation, we discuss the “festivalisation" of sport, his team's co-creation approach to partnerships, their focus on China, and wanting to become the 'Super Bowl of APAC', we also touch on the AO's approach to media and launch of a Venture Fund - particularly how it fits into Roddy's work with partners.  Time Stamps 2:00 - Roddy's Career Journey  3:00 - Music and Sports Partnerships  6:00 - The Australian Open Experience  7:00 - Tennis Australia's Broader Role  11:00 - International Expansion and China Focus  14:30 Innovative Partnerships and Brand Integration  22:00 Melbourne Park and Event Logistics  27:00 Tourism and Economic Impact  30:00 Innovation and Future Trends  42:00 Closing Remarks and Future Aspirations  Additional Links The Festivalisation of Sport: How The Australian Open Is Serving Up A New Era Sport & Spectacle AO Ventures completes first close of $US30 million VC fund By the numbers: Recapping Aussie singles success at AO 2025  Connect with Roddy on LinkedIn - Here  Connect with Andy on LinkedIn - Here

What a way to kick off the year. Sinner goes back to back, Keys becomes a Grand Slam champion, injury concerns, reporters vs players and so much more. The Get Set Tennis boys give you their toughts on the Happy Slam 2025. Enjoy   

At the Australian Open, a protester yelled out in the quiet stadium at the end of the men's tennis final. Jules and Jez unpack what it was all about and how sports deal with allegations against players.And after hosting a few days of Australia Day events, Jez has been thinking about how we mark important dates.BUY ADELAIDE SHOW TICKETS HEREhttps://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/not-stupid/JULES PICKThe Remarkable Normalcy of Being Disabled and in Love: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/16/well/family/interabled-relationships-burcaw.htmlJEZ PICKAriana Grande reveals the truth about "Holding Space"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOo-e-tR3PI

Tennis Australia has launched Beyond Tennis powered by Infosys. It's in incredibly creative free gaming app that blends sport, artificial intelligence, social media, and storytelling. Ridley is a digital innovation leader with extensive experience in emerging technologies. At Tennis Australia, Ridley spearheaded initiatives like the award-winning AO ArtBall NFT and AO Adventure on Roblox, driving millions in revenue and engaging tens of millions of new fans globally. As Senior Manager of Digital Sales and Metaverse, Ridley positioned the Australian Open as a pioneer in Web3 and metaverse strategies. Previously, Ridley contributed to revenue growth as Business Solutions Manager and supported startups as a Lead Mentor with Techstars. Peter  is an accomplished entrepreneur and leader with a focus on innovation and impact. As Founder and CEO of One Future Sports, Peter has driven cutting-edge strategies in sports technology and digital engagement since 2022. In addition to leading a pioneering company, Peter serves as Chairman of the Liptember Foundation, raising millions annually for women's mental health. Previously, Peter held board roles with The Finders Keepers and Ampjar, building and exiting successful ventures. With a career spanning leadership in marketing, partnerships, and entrepreneurship, Peter has consistently delivered transformative results across industries. _____ Subscribe to the Sports Tech Feed newsletter. Your source for in-depth sports technology insights, news, and analysis: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sportstechfeed.substack.com

The Albanese Government will be providing Tennis Australia with $992,000 worth of funding to support more women and girls playing tennis. Federal Minister for Sport Anika Wells told Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast, "We know that they're [The next Ash Barty's] out there in Australia, in suburbs and regions across the place." "We want them to have a crack at tennis if that's something that they're interested in doing, so we're putting nearly a million bucks towards breaking down some of the barriers that stop women and girls from having a go," Anika Wells said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tennis Australia has released a statement after a day of controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"I brought a different perspective. I wasn't that typical fan girl who knew everything and loved everything about the sport, it was almost from an actual design perspective that I designed, not from a football perspective, so that's what differentiates my style overall."Humble, Hungry & Smart. These are the three virtues identified in Patrick Lencioni's book The Ideal Team Player. The book's primary focus is on building a strong team of individuals who demonstrate the attributes; Humble, Hungry, Smart.During our conversation with Vittoria Anzelmi I couldn't help but return to the book's themes and consider how highly she performs with these virtues. Like a lot of of creative professionals, the proud Italian showed talent in early childhood with life size portraits in led pencil. Vittoria navigated school and creative tertiary education before working in print until the age of 27 where she was the first full time graphic designer at AFL club Carlton.After thriving through the growth of the social media boom for clubland and the launch of the AFL's Women's game, Carlton's Senior Designer found a new opportunity at A-League's Melbourne Victory and while the Pantone was the same (296c) there was a lot that was very different.We explore a lot during Vittoria's time at Melbourne Victory including some key design moments for the club. By 2024 restructures across the league meant a change of scenery where Vittoria has now landed a creative role with Tennis Australia. Still blue but at least not 296c.Visual GuideEpisode ArticleConsider our PatreonHumbleIt's being self confident but not arrogant. In our chat we talk about #SerifClub; the term contrived internally when Vittoria and the MVFC team began using serif fonts in their collateral and watched as other Australian clubs followed suit. And while setting the trend locally, doesn't take a step without crediting their own European inspirations. We also dive into how she took on Victory's uniform designs. Simplifying elements, introducing a pink strip and a kit without the clubs' iconic chevron. All to a commercial success.HungryThe inherent desire to learn and grow as a creative just oozes from Vittoria. There is no clearer sign of a relentless desire for more than to devote your own personal time and money to the cause.Personal trips to Europe mean investing some days to pop over and visit Macron, Hellas Verona, Genoa CFC, Juventus and Inter Milan. Connect with the teams, network, take a tour and watch the creatives in action. Or reaching out to MLS designers in the US and collaborating on some artwork to see how others work learning new ways to design and operate.SmartThe fine balance of getting the job done and connecting with people in the best way. Like when Vittoria identified that "the wrong people were in the room" when making important decisions that were effecting the brand and navigating her way through this, becoming a voice in that room to advocate her design opinions, getting them across the line.It's these qualities that have driven Vittoria to the personal and professional successes she has achieved to date and undoubtedly the passion will continue to reward in unexpected ways or places.While we dive into all the details above, we also cover the day to day duties of a club creative, the importance of mentors and networking. We explore where Vittoria's inspirations come from and the advice she passes onto those wanting to get into the industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam catches up with Ben Harrington from Travellers' Aid, offering accessibility and mobility services for passengers with disabilities at major stations but also events such as the Australian Open. And speaking of the Open, Action Audio is back for the 5th year in a row to provide an auditory companion for tennis fans who are blind or have low vision, Sam chats with Tennis Australia's Gerard Mason all about it to find out more.Support this Vision Australia Radio program: https://www.visionaustralia.org/donate?src=radio&type=0&_ga=2.182040610.46191917.1644183916-1718358749.1627963141See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zizou Bergs a décroché à 25 ans sa première finale sur le circuit ATP. Pour son premier titre il affronte un joueur bien plus expérimenté, Gaël Monfils, ancien N°6 mondial, qui disputera sa 35e finale sur le circuit. Qui soulèvera le trophée à Auckland et fera le plein de confiance avant l'Open d'Australie 2025 qui commence dimanche ? L'équipe revient sur les parcours des deux finalistes sans oublier de pronostiquer la finale.

Ten-year-old Jimmy Morrison is set to work as a correspondent for Tennis Australia at the Australian Open next week, and he spoke to Heidi Murphy on 3AW Drive about the amazing opportunity!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“The moments after the game; the celebrations, the tears, the raw emotion that you can tell a story of through a photo, is what I look for as a photographer. Those moments where you can show character and emotion… They're not just a footballer, they are a person.”You can find Gaby on Instagram @gabybarnscreativeConsider our PatreonCommunity Events EOIWith a camera in hand since the age of twelve, it wasn't long for Gold Coast local Gaby Barns to ignite her sports creative career by securing a school based traineeship with local NRL franchise Gold Coast Titans. Still in school Gaby begins work in the club's community team, focusing on club content for off-field initiatives and local community groups.It's here in community marketing, Gaby develops her skills and learns the ways of “clubland” until a restructure in 2020 gave “the push that escalated my career” shifting her to the on-field marketing team leading social media and content.Then, a decade after arriving as a teen at the Titans, it was time to move on. Gaby steps into the world of freelancing, unlocking new opportunities with Queensland Maroons, Supercars, SailGP and Tennis Australia; where she took a courtisde seat photographing the 2024 Australian Open Men's & Women's Finals.Gaby reflects on the learnings of moving into freelance work, the importance of networking and the value strong working relationships with industry contacts.We talk about the technicalities of photography and what different approaches are required for recording different styles of sports.There's life inside team Titans such as team bus rituals (don't sit in ‘that' seat), the moments after a win or loss and the rollercoaster ride of managing those results on socials.Gaby shares the advice she would give to her younger self and the advice to aspiring young creatives, who want to thrive in a world of sport that includes mainstream female representation.We talk prized projects and moments, the ones she wish she could do over, education vs experience and what the future might hold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh off his ATP Next Generation title, Joao drops by to talk about growing up in Brazil, goals and dreams for 2025 and what keeps him humble as he rises through the rankings. One of the nicest blokes we have evrr met Enjoy 

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022] On Episode 387 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with fellow content creator and Tennis Channel Podcast Network host Gill Gross about Novak Djokovic's visa cancellations and our predictions for the Australian Open. Gill is the host of Monday Match Analysis on the Gill Gross Youtube Channel, which has over 12k subscribers. He is also the host of Three - A Tennis Show which focuses on Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic and is on the Tennis Channel Podcast Network. On the show, you'll learn why Djokovic's visa was canceled twice, who is to blame for the prolonged ordeal involving the Australian government, Tennis Australia, and the world's #1 player, whether we think Rafael Nadal will win the Australian Open, Gill's favorites and dark horses to win the first Grand Slam of the year, how Djokovic's Australian Open saga ended, and much more! I hope you enjoy my interview with Gill! Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments below! And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your inbox! Monday Match Analysis Three - A Tennis Show Tennis Channel Podcast Network The Secrets of Spanish Tennis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will win the first Grand Slam of the season? Who will have a breakthrough year?  Who will cause controversy off court? We make our predictions for the 2025 tennis season. Enjoy

The conversation dissects sport's relationship with the phone, how that differs depending on the nature of our fandom, and the specific roles played by mobile games and fantasy league products in attracting, building and retaining fans. Finn Bradshaw, head of digital at ICC, the global governing body for cricket, and held similar roles at Tennis Australia, Cricket Australia and News Corp. Siddharth Raman, Chief Executive Officer of Sportz Interactive, one of the biggest companies in the world when it comes to fan engagement, gaming and gamification, working with organisations from UEFA, IOC and BCCI through to many of the IPL franchises and media and gaming companies such as Star Sports and Dream11.   The conversation dissects sport's relationship with the phone, how that differs depending on the nature of our fandom, and the specific roles played by mobile games and fantasy league products in attracting, building and retaining fans. Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

What makes many of Australia's most iconic brands stand out is their exceptional branding.The creative process of branding demands relentless effort, strategic vision, and brilliant minds.Hans Hulsbosch is a name synonymous with branding in this country. A renowned designer and branding expert, Hans has been at the helm of projects for some of Australia's biggest names—Qantas, Woolworths, and Virgin Australia—turning their brand strategies into benchmarks for the industry. As the founder of Hulsbosch Design, he's been instrumental in shaping the way Australians experience these household names.His son, Jaid Hulsbosch, with over 20 years of global experience, joined the family agency after working in businesses around Europe. Now as Director, Jaid oversees strategy, business development, and culture, driving Hulsbosch's continued success and creative edge.Together, this father-son duo has propelled Hulsbosch into Australia's gold standard of branding. Their portfolio includes standout work for organisations like Tennis Australia, Liquorland, Football Australia, Rebel, SBS World, Channel 7, Taronga Zoo, and QMS—just to name a few. Tune in as Hans shares how he crafted the messages of these iconic brands, dives into the creative process behind them, explores the unique father-son dynamic at Hulsbosch Designs, Jaid reveals what the best brands get right, and much more.You can subscribe to the Mentored newsletter here: https://mentored.com.au/newsletter-sign-upJoin the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coco Gauff is our WTA finals Champion, Sabalenka is the end or year number one and commentator John Werthiem causes serious controversy at this years event.

Our Great Coach on this episode is Nicole Pratt. As a player, Nicole reached a career-high ranking of #35 and won 4 ITF singles titles. As a doubles player, she reached a doubles ranking high of No.18 (September 2001) and captured nine WTA doubles titles and nine ITF doubles titles. She then switched to coaching with the Australian Institute of Sport and worked with players and coaches transitioning onto the WTA tour. She has worked with a long list of players, including Daria Saville, Ashleigh Barty, and Casey Dellacqua, and is presently the Women's Coach lead and National Teams coach at Tennis Australia.If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at paul@thegreatcoachespodcast.com or contact us through our website thegreatcoachespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This year Saudi Arabia hosted the very first "Six Kings Slam" the question is was the lucrative tennis exibition a success or a flop? 

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including: Tennis Australia boss expects Nick Kyrgios to play at 2025 Australian Open Brisbane Broncos winger shocks fans by announcing immediate retirement New Socceroos boss feeling nervous ahead of first match in charge The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day, with reports from the 9News team across Australia and overseas. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since Nadal and Federer are no longer the leading men in tennis we have seen a lot more top players start to use excuses after a loss. Alcaraz, Rune, Sinner even Novak have been guilty of explaining why they played so bad rather than compliment their opponents in recent months. Could this be the new trend? Enjoy 

Viv and Matt have always wanted to sit down with Simon Rea, a colleague who began his tennis journey in his native New Zealand. Emerging through the NZ junior pathway to become a national champion and Davis Cup representative, he completed a journalism degree as a US college player. He later transitioned to high performance coaching, which brought him to Melbourne and saw him link up with Nick Kyrgios, whose breakthrough run to the Wimbledon 2014 quarterfinals he recalls in vivid detail, as well as his time coaching Sam Stosur. Now Senior Manager of Game Analysis at Tennis Australia, Rea discusses his coaching philosophy, the renewed interest in New Zealand tennis, and how his data team is helping Australia's current crop of stars. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify  Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyATSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final Grand Slam of the year is upon us and its time to make our predictions for who will take the title in New York. We also talk about the controversy sourounding Jannik Sinner. Enjoy 

Being an Olympian is one of the highest honours an athlete can accomplish and this year at the Paris Olympic Games, the tennis was on fire.

This marks 100 episodes of the Tennis Culture Podcast. We take a look back at our favorite moments over the years, create our dream guest list and set goals for what we want the podcast to be in the future. Thank you all of rbeing part of the ride so far Enjoy 

After successfully defending his Wimbledon title, Carlos Alcaraz turns his attention to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games where he's predicted to medal in the singles and maybe in the doubles with Rafael Nadal; Storm Hunter and Simon Rea analyse Barbora Krejcikova's game that's seen her collect her second major singles title, and give insight to how Tennis Australia's GIG team assists Aussie players and coaches at tournaments, Victoria Rudnikov examines the Alcaraz trajectory and how much more he can achieve, plus Brie reveals her top 5 fan comments on the Wimbledon champions' social media posts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up with all the news and results from this years Wimbledon  Enjoy 

Micth Joyce is an International tennis coach from New Mexico and co-founder of Rock Bottom Cup. Today he talks with the boys about what he sees in the coaching space today inparticular the culture of the game. Enjoy 

Anthony is the Managing Director of Elite Performance.He was originally a Physical Education and Psychology Teacher and has spent the last 30 years working as a Psychologist and Performance Coach. He has worked in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, at Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre, in government and non-government education and consulted to a wide variety of corporate organisations.In sport Anthony has worked with Australian teams internationally and at the Olympic Games, with national sporting bodies, AFL clubs, Tennis Australia, Motor sports, Rugby teams and with a wide variety of other sports and individual athletes.He has also competed and coached in track & field and a number of other sports.Anthony's qualifications include:Masters of Management & International BusinessMasters of PsychologyGraduate Diploma of PsychologyBachelor of EducationHe is also the author of the fantastic book “The Performance Mindset, 7 Steps To Success In Sport And Life” Buy Anthonys Book “The Performance Mindset, 7 Steps To Success In Sport & Life” https://www.amazon.com.au/Performance-Mindset-Steps-Success-Sport/dp/0730394689Contact Anthony https://www.eliteperformance.com.auhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-klarica-118b139b/

Well the clay court season did not diaspoint and the boys are here to break down everything that happened at Roland Garros in 2024. Enjoy 

Since 1974, Ubaldo Scanagatta has been among the most significant Italian tennis broadcasters and journalists on the planet. When Novak Djokovic mimicked his glorious Italian accent the tennis community was alerted in mass to this man, however for 40 years, Ubaldo, with Rino Tommasi and Gianni Clerici were the voices of Italian tennis, creating lingo and lexicon, for example a “Veronica” and a “Circoletto Rosso”, and we discussed it all. It was tremendous fun, and absolutely fascinating.His media outlet, UBI TENNIS is prolific in tennis, and his website is offered in Italian, Spanish, and English. Ubaldo and I discussed Sinner's injury and Giorgi's retirement, as well as Berrettini's injury problems. He talked about the success of Italian tennis and the young junior Federico Cina. He gave a thorough explanation of Tennis Australia's fight against the Saudi incursion, as well as the current situation with Novak Djokovic. Ubaldo discussed the history, and current state of tennis media. Recorded 5.15 Released 5.19The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is Powered by DiadoraScopesports.io is the official Fan Club platform Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

William Mao is Senior Vice President of Octagon's Global Media Rights Consulting division. A leading sports media rights expert, Mao leverages Octagon's proprietary data, research, and technology, to advise and provide strategic consultation to rightsholders, distribution platforms, technology companies, and the investment community. With more than a decade of global experience across the linear TV and streaming landscape, Mao has a proven track record of helping organizations achieve record-breaking goals and innovative business solutions in highly competitive markets. Mao's clients include the NFL, MLB, NASCAR, European Leagues, Tennis Australia, the Atlantic Coast Conference, Big Ten Conference, and University of Oklahoma, amongst many other high-profile leagues, conferences, teams, and events. Prior to joining Octagon, Mao served as Vice President of Digital at MP & Silva, where he brokered foundational non-linear media distribution deals for global sports properties, and advised on new commercial opportunities for the agency and its clients. Previously, Mao was Head of College Sports for YouTube, where he established first-of-its-kind digital video partnerships with the NCAA and the Pac-12 Conference. While at YouTube, Mao also managed content partnerships with the NFL, NBA, MLB, and Turner Sports (now Warner Brothers Discovery). A recognized authority on the intersection of sports and media, Mao was named a “30 Under 30” in Sports by Forbes, and is a recipient of the Cynopsis Media Rising Star award.

Like many players on tour, John Millman has had an incredible journey in tennis. The youngest of 5, he was snubbed by Tennis Australia as a junior and used that as motivation to grind, and he went to Europe as an 18 year old. It wasn't until after his 2nd shoulder surgery that he cracked the top 100. In 2018 he beat Roger Federer in the 4th round at the US Open and that October he was 33 in the world. We talked about his career, and what retirement has been like. He sat on the player council at the ATP, and we discussed the crunch time decision that tennis faces in the coming weeks with regards to the PIF. Recorded 4.17 Released 4.18The Craig Shapiro Tennis Podcast is Powered by DiadoraScopesports.io is the Official Fan Club of The Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Eray Saban, the Assistant General Manager of ASM Jacksonville and the Director of EverBank Stadium, home to the Jacksonville Jaguars.As you'll learn in this episode, Eray is no stranger to a large stadium and event, and all of the challenges that come with it. From sports games, to sell-out concerts, to dealing with the FBI, his job is to make sure that every attendee has a safe and enjoyable experience.Previously, his roles have included Event Operations Manager at Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong, Stadium Event Manager at Marvel Stadium, and Event Operations Coordinator at Tennis Australia.Lots to look out for, including how to break into the US sports industry, skills needed to manage large-scale events, and how to effectively manage and lead.Enjoy the episode!We cover:(01:25) Who is Eray Saban?(02:38) Reuben & Ryan welcome (07:40) What's happening in the SportsGrad Community? (11:08) Get to know Eray: Quick-Fire Questions(14:48) Who are ASM Global? (19:08) Journey from China to the US following his role at Marvel Stadium(24:28) How Eray navigates the safety and well-being of crowds at large events(29:52) Things people wouldn't know about event management(30:58) How Eray transitioned to living to the US(32:50) Application process for an NFL stadium(35:08) What to know about the US Visa process (38:52) How Eray used LinkedIn and networking to get hired for overseas roles(44:02) How differentiating yourself will get you your dream roles (47:16) Similarities and differences between the AFL and NFL(51:30) The investment that goes into public safety(52:58) Challenges as an event manager (57:37) How Eray has dealt with the transition into leadership(1:00:32) Advice that has shaped Eray's leadership skills(1:02:47) One action that you can do to start your event management career(1:05:50) ASK SPORTSGRADAdditional episodes you may enjoy:#41: Eray Saban (Marvel Stadium) - How to Launch your Career in Event Management#208: Kerry Gassner - How to make a career change into the sports industry---Want a weekly dose of career inspo? Get industry stories, upcoming events, and the latest sports jobs in your inbox each Friday.

With Queensland's housing market facing an unprecedented crunch, many are left wondering: What can be done to ease the strain? The consequences of this housing crisis are far-reaching, affecting individuals, families, and communities across the state because it's not just about finding a roof over your head anymore. With housing prices soaring and options dwindling, the dream of owning a home is slipping out of reach for many Queenslanders. Today, we have Jackson Hills from Q Shelter — Queensland's leading authority on housing and homelessness services. With years of experience and expertise in the field, you can trust him to give us the lowdown on what's really going on. Tune in as we break down the housing crisis in plain and simple terms and figure out what we can do to make things better. Your home is your sanctuary – let's work together to keep it that way. Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 01:05 - Who is Jackson Hills? 02:08 - Making sense of the complex issues on Australia's housing crisis 05:18 - How can we promote inclusive housing policies that benefit all sectors of society? 09:20 - What are some of the more acute housing problems in Queensland vs other states? 13:36 - Understanding the impact of oversupply concerns on property prices 15:31 - How feasible is the build-to-rent sector considering current challenges? 19:19 - What factors are influencing landlords' decisions to increase rents? 21:49 - Ways governments can aid build-to-rent and community housing? 24:50 - Can private developers profitably engage in build-to-rent on government-owned land? 32:03 - How can developers contribute to designing inclusionary planning frameworks? 37:37 - Understanding the universal housing continuum 42:29 - Insights on rising rental prices resulting in displacement 45:45 - Are there any developers focusing on more than just selling or renting units? 48:20 - Jackson Hills' property dumbo About Our Guest: Jackson Hills, Manager of Policy and Strategic Engagement at Q Shelter, brings over 15 years of experience in not-for-profit and community organisations, previously serving with Tennis Australia, the AFL, and the Australian Sports Commission. With a master's in business administration from SCU and accreditations from the AICD, Jackson leads efforts at Q Shelter, Queensland's primary body for housing and homelessness services. He also serves on the Board of Common Ground Gold Coast, the executive committee of National Shelter, and advises at Collective Leisure, alongside mentoring at the Gold Coast Youth Service. Connect with Jackson Hills: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackson-hills-3702a825/ Website https://qshelter.asn.au/ Resources: Visit our website https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.au If you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at: The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast questions@theelephantintheroom.com.au Looking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.au Work with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.au Looking for a Mortgage Broker? https://www.blusk.au Work with Chris: hello@blusk.au Enjoyed the podcast? Don't miss out on what's yet to come! Hit that subscription button, spread the word and join us for more insightful discussions in real estate. Your journey starts now! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theelephantintheroom-podcast Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-elephant-in-the-room-property-podcast/id1384822719 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ge1626dgnmK0RyKPcXjP0?si=26cde394fa854765 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Coaching Podcast, where we talk about the dynamic world of coaching through an insightful conversation with a young game-changer, Coach Mario Matejcek. Mario is the Director and Head Coach at Spark Tennis, whose journey as a player and a coach reflects his dedication to excellence. Mario's story is one of passion, perseverance, and an attitude of curiosity. He is a life-long learner and shares some great advice for young and experienced coaches. Get ready to be inspired and empowered as we uncover the secrets behind Mario's success and his mission to shape exceptional athletes and individuals alike. Here is a summary of the key points; 1.19: Do you prefer fruits or veggies? 1.54: What's your playing background story? Hard work and no shortcuts can be a double-edged sword! 3.16: Is starting tennis at 3 years of age too young? 5.14: What's your coaching story? 7.24: Where does your lifelong spark and passion for learning come from? You as a coach have to know the WHY behind what you are doing. 8.39: Why is it important to listen to the needs of your clients? Find out their pain points! 9.12: How do you navigate the balance between listening to your customers and staying true to your principles? 10.38: What makes a great coach? (WMAGC) Curiosity – About yourself, the game, and the person in front of you. Empathy – Can you be in your client's shoes? Listening – To the needs of your clients. 11.56: How have you grown as a coach since your junior development coaching course? Realizing that I'm the second most important person! 13.16: What are your top 3 tips for young coaches? 1) Approach each day as a beginner- learn something new each day. 2) Keep it simple and learn how to do the basics well. 3) Create a vision for your future (30 to 40 years from now) and work backward creating a step-by-step plan. Here are some questions to ask yourself: What and who do I want to be when I grow up? What's my ideal life? What's my ideal career or business? 16.28: In the ever-evolving coaching landscape, what disruptive idea do you have that could impact the way we coach in 2030? Mandatory communication and psychology within coaching courses. 18.01: Social media tips: Understand your market to meet their needs with short and sharp videos. 18.51: What's next for you? The Coaching Podcast is sponsored by The Sampson Agency - a talent entertainment and sports management company owned and operated by Tina Samara. Visit: www.thesampsonagency.com or email: tina@transitioncoach4athletes.com To learn more about becoming a workplace coach or advancing your coaching skills, visit: www.opendoorcoachingusa.com or email: info@emmadoyle.com.au About Mario Matejcek Mario Matejcek is dedicated to the art of tennis coaching, transforming players, one serve at a time as the Director and Head Coach at Spark Tennis, Mario leads with an unwavering commitment to excellence, both on and off the court. With a career spanning years in the dynamic world of tennis, he has not only dedicated his life to the continuous improvement of his craft but also harnessed the same energy and passion for business. As a 17-year-old, Mario was invited to train at the prestigious Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in Paris. There, he had the honor of hitting with the likes of Serena Williams, as well as many of the world's Top 100 ATP-ranked players. Over his 18-year playing career, Mario achieved an Australian ranking of 72 and has won 10 AMT tournaments that included more than 20 Junior titles. Having traveled all over the world from Europe to Asia and Africa, Mario has competed in many ITF and ATP tournaments both locally and internationally and has completed his Club Professional qualification with Tennis Australia. My mission is to inspire and shape not just exceptional athletes but well-rounded individuals, instilled with the values of sportsmanship, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence. My coaching philosophy encompasses not just technical prowess but also the mental fortitude required to excel in sport and life. Connect with Mario Website: https://sparktennis.com.au/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mario-matejcek-011a5b174/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sparktennisaus/

SPORTS GEEK REPLAY (from Nov 2022 - 311). Tennis Australia's Alfonso Medina chats with Sean Callanan on how media rights landscape has changed, not only in dollar value but in how they are divided globally and amongst commercial partners. Show notes https://sportsgeekhq.com/podcast/alfonso-medina-tennis-australia

On this episode of The Coaching Podcast, we delve into the intricacies of performance enhancement, the coaching relationship, well-being, and the utilization of personal resources. Our guest, Dr. Andrea Firth, shares valuable insights into the world of coaching, drawing from her expertise in areas such as goal-setting, positive psychology, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). Join us as we explore the best and worst coaching moments, the importance of labeling emotions, and the concept of RISE (Relationship Inferred Self-Efficacy). Dr. Firth takes us on a journey through her experience at Tennis Australia in the "Sliding Doors" segment and offers practical advice on developing a coaching philosophy. Discover the power of positive psychology in improving performance, navigate the complexities of cancel culture, and gain valuable tips on effective goal-setting. Whether you're a seasoned coach or just starting your coaching journey, this episode provides a wealth of knowledge to enhance your coaching toolkit. Some of the highlights include; 1.46: Best coaching moments: Coaching is trying to turn on a light switch in someone's head and so the best coaching moments are when you get that "click"! 6.02: Worst coaching moments: A client who was 'stuck' sometimes just needs the time to 'think' when you asking challenging questions at a 'change point'. ACT = Acceptance Commitment Therapy 11.51: It's an important skill to label your emotions - what are you feeling right now? 12.27: Sliding Doors: The experience of going to work at Tennis Australia. 14.24: What Makes a Great Coach? Be Still and Listen - If you want to practice this - "stop talking!" 16.59: RISE: Relationship Inferred Self Efficacy Do I have belief in my self-efficacy to do what's best for the other person? Do I believe in the athlete's ability to grasp what needs to be done? Twist: Does the athlete believe in their ability and believe in me (the coach)? 18:45: What is your philosophy (as a coach when working with your clients)? 19.08: How to develop your coaching philosophy - take a deep dive into your own values. 20.53: What is positive psychology? Using people's strengths to improve performance. 21.52: Cancel culture - identify the problem, let them have their moment to release the emotion, and look for ways to problem-solve together to help the person move forward. 25.01: Goal setting: 1) Outcome goal - Where do you want to get to? (Then don't dwell on it because it is not within our control.) 2) Performance goal - The things that we need to do to get to the outcome goal (50% within our control). 3) Process goals (1 or 2) - These are 100% within your control. 29.14: Can you be successful and humble at the same time? YES! Do you have stable self-esteem so that people can challenge you and question you? 1) Acquire more knowledge 2) It's okay to make a mistake - it's a chance to learn 3) Reflect with honesty and evidence (write it down)33.27: Top 3 tips to improve your psychology coaching tool kit The Coaching Podcast is sponsored by The Sampson Agency - a talent entertainment and sports management company owned and operated by Tina Samara. Visit: www.thesampsonagency.com or email: tina@transitioncoach4athletes.com To learn more about becoming a workplace coach or advancing your coaching skills, visit: www.opendoorcoachingusa.com or email: info@emmadoyle.com.au About Dr. Andrea Firth Andrea is a BPS sport and exercise psychologist, registered with the HCPC and BUPA. She is also a coaching psychologist and counselor. Andrea works with elite, sub-elite, and recreational athletes. She also works with performing artists and small to medium-sized businesses. She lectures part-time and has a number of peer-reviewed publications. Her research interests include areas of performance enhancement, well-being, applied practice, cyber defense, heart rate variability, biofeedback, mindfulness, heart rate variability, and performance. Connect with Andrea: Website: https://www.headgame.co.uk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-andrea-firth-2732619/