Going Pro by ATA

Going Pro by ATA
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Going pro means ‘in motion’. In the process moving towards a better future, it is daily practice of focusing on ‘the process’ instead of focusing on where you want to end up. This doesn’t simply have to be related to tennis; it can be for all athletic pursuits, in business, in relationships or life in general. Through conversation we'll be telling stories and extracting practical tools to help people with their growth and how to move towards lasting change for the better.

  1. Jun 15

    EP062: How College Tennis Created Denmark's Next ATP Threat - Carl Emil Overbeck

    Danish professional tennis player Carl Emil Overbeck joins Going Pro by ATA to discuss his incredible transition from college tennis at Cal to the professional tour.Carl shares how he arrived at college with just one ATP point, transformed his game from a grinder into an aggressive attacking player, and rapidly climbed the ATP rankings after graduating.We discuss:• Life as a professional tennis player• The transition from college tennis to the ATP Tour• Growing up alongside Holger Rune• Lessons from Futures and Challenger events• Building confidence against higher-ranked opponents• Denmark's growing tennis culture• The mindset needed to keep improvingCarl recently reached Challenger quarterfinals in Australia and continues his climb up the ATP rankings.If you're an aspiring tennis player, coach, parent, or fan of the professional game, this episode provides an honest look into what it takes to build a career in professional tennis.🎾 Subscribe for more conversations with professional players, coaches and experts from around the world.#GoingProByATA #TennisPodcast #ATP#Tennis #ATP #ATPTour #CollegeTennis #TennisPodcast #HolgerRune #TennisLife #TennisTraining #ProfessionalTennis #GoingProByATA 00:00 From Unknown Junior to College Tennis01:41 The Coach Who Changed His Game05:00 Learning to Believe Against Top Players06:12 Down 5-2 with Match Points Against Him07:26 The Brutal Reality of Turning Pro09:48 What Holger Rune Was Like Growing Up11:27 ATP Ranking Jump: 900 to 52013:40 Dating Another Professional Tennis Player15:00 Why Rankings Don't Matter16:13 What Separates Challenger-Level Players

    20 min

  2. Jun 7

    EP061: Inside Pro Doubles Tennis with Grand Slam Champion Desiree Krawczyk

    Desiree Krawczyk joins the podcast to give an inside look into the world of professional doubles tennis.Desiree is a 4-time Grand Slam mixed doubles champion, former World No. 7 in doubles, Wimbledon champion, Olympic athlete, and one of the best doubles players in the world.In this episode, we dive into:The pressure of professional doubles tennisWhy mixed doubles helped transform her gameHow partnerships really work on tourThe business side of changing doubles partnersConfidence, leadership & handling pressureFunny behind-the-scenes stories from the WTA TourLife travelling the world as a professional athleteWhy being “comfortable being uncomfortable” mattersDesiree also shares lessons about communication, teamwork, adapting to different personalities, and why enjoying life off court has actually helped her perform better on court.If you enjoy tennis, sports psychology, high performance, or behind-the-scenes conversations from professional sport, this episode is for you.#DesireeKrawczyk #TennisPodcast #WTA #DoublesTennis #GrandSlam #Wimbledon #Tennis #SportsPsychology #HighPerformance #AustralianOpen #MixedDoubles #TennisLife #GoingProByATA #AthleteMindset #tennistraining 00:00 Intro & Desiree’s Grand Slam Career Journey03:54 How Mixed Doubles Changed Her Confidence & Game Style06:15 Match Pressure, Flow State & Becoming Comfortable Uncomfortable09:01 The Reality of Doubles Partnerships & Tour Relationships14:03 Playing Style, Risk Taking & Leadership in Doubles Tennis18:26 Funny Tour Stories & Learning to Adapt to Different Personalities22:40 Exploring the World & Avoiding the “Robotic” Tour Lifestyle24:18 Handling Losses, Confidence & Mental Resilience28:11 What Separates Top Players & Advice for Young Athletes32:14 Life Lessons from Tennis, Final Reflections & Outro

    35 min

  3. May 30

    EP060: Blake Ellis: From Junior Grand Slam Champion to the Pro Tour Grind

    Blake Ellis takes us inside the reality of professional tennis — from winning the Australian Open Junior Doubles title to navigating the brutal transition into the pro tour.In this episode, Blake breaks down:The right balance between junior and pro eventsWhat it actually takes to transition into the men’s gameHow he approaches pressure moments on courtHis aggressive serve + volley playing styleThe challenges of injury, confidence, and returning to competitionHow the protected ranking system really worksAnd the mindset required to build a career in professional tennisThis is a must-watch for any aspiring player, coach, or tennis fan who wants a real look behind the scenes of the pro tour.🎾 Hosted by Going Pro by ATA🔗 SPONSOR: https://racketsandstrings.com.auThis episode is brought to you by Rackets and Strings – Adelaide’s leading racket specialist.👉 In-store + online, expert advice, and demo gear available.#tennis #protennis #tennisplayer #atptour #tennislife#tennistraining #tenniscoach #tennistips #tennismindset #athletelife#GoingPro #ATA #adelaidetennis00:00 Intro00:28 Junior Career & Grand Slams01:02 Junior vs Pro Tour – What Matters03:37 First Experience on the Pro Tour05:03 Playing Style & Identity06:06 Handling Pressure Moments07:00 Winning a Title (Swan Hill)08:07 Singles vs Doubles Balance10:26 How to Transition to the Net14:42 Where to Attack Opponents16:04 Returning from Injury18:17 Life Outside Tennis20:30 Planning the 2026 Season23:18 Protected Ranking Explained

    26 min

  4. Mar 24

    EP059: James Duckworth on Top 100 Longevity, Losing Streaks & the Reality of Pro Tennis

    Professional tennis player James Duckworth joins the Going Pro by ATA podcast to talk about life on the ATP Tour.Duckworth has spent more than a decade competing at the highest level of professional tennis, reaching the Top 50 in the world, representing Australia in the Davis Cup, and battling through the realities of the ATP Challenger Tour.In this conversation we discuss:• What it takes to stay in the Top 100 for years• The brutal depth of the Challenger Tour• How pro players deal with losing streaks and doubt• Career highlights including the Australian Open• Financial realities of professional tennis• Lessons for young players chasing the pro dreamIf you enjoy tennis insights from professional players, coaches, and experts, subscribe to the channel for more episodes of Going Pro by ATA.#JamesDuckworth#ATPTour#TennisPodcast#ProfessionalTennis#ChallengerTour#GoingProPodcast#TennisCoaching#TennisPlayers#TennisInsights#ATPPlayers 0:00 Intro & Audio Note0:36 Introducing James Duckworth1:30 Staying in the Top 100 for Years2:28 Adapting to the Modern Game4:49 Scheduling the ATP Tour Season6:39 ATP Challenger Tour vs ATP Tour8:27 Dealing with Losing Streaks & Mental Challenges12:24 Career Highlights & Breakthrough Moments13:40 The Financial Reality of Pro Tennis15:36 Influential People in His Career17:03 Final Thoughts

    18 min

  5. Feb 23

    EP058: Katie Swan’s Comeback: From Injuries & No Ranking to Fighting for Grand Slams Chances Again

    British tennis player Katie Swan opens up about one of the toughest periods of her career — battling chronic back injuries, dropping out of the rankings, losing financial support, and questioning whether she would ever return to professional tennis.After reaching a career-high ranking near the Top 100 and competing in Grand Slam qualifying — including Wimbledon — Katie found herself sidelined for over a year, playing just two tournaments in 14 months. At one point, she had stopped training and taken a coaching job in the US.In this honest and revealing conversation, Katie discusses: Managing long-term back injuriesThe mental toll of setbacks and “PTSD” from pain Starting again with zero ranking at $15K ITF events The financial reality of professional tennis Differences between the men’s and women’s tours Learning to accept where you are Reigniting belief after almost quitting She also shares insights into her playing style, match toughness, adjusting tactics mid-match, and how she rebuilt her ranking in 2025. If you're an aspiring tennis player, coach, or athlete navigating setbacks, this episode is full of perspective and resilience.🎾 Hosted by Luke Sebastiani 🎙 Going Pro Podcast #KatieSwan#TennisComeback#ProfessionalTennis#Wimbledon#GrandSlam#ITFTour#TennisPodcast#WomenInSport#InjuryComeback#GoingPro 0:00 – Career-high ranking, injuries & almost quitting 3:30 – Managing pain, setbacks & rebuilding mentally 6:00 – Starting again from $15Ks with no ranking 9:00 – Match toughness, tactics & adapting mid-match 11:30 – Men’s vs Women’s tour differences 13:00 – Financial realities of professional tennis 17:00 – Reigniting the fire & chasing Grand Slams again

    20 min

  6. Jan 25

    EP057: Rinky Hijikata: Inside the Mind of an ATP Pro | Clay, Grass, Pressure Moments & Tour Life

    Rinky Hijikata joins Going Pro by ATA for an in-depth conversation on what it truly takes to compete on the ATP Tour.In this episode, Rinky opens up about:Life on the ATP Tour and why there are no easy matchesHis development across clay, grass, and hard courtsHow he handles pressure moments and stays clutchThe importance of serve, scheduling, and long seasonsBuilding a clear “brand” of tennisLessons from his coach Mark Draper (Shark)Wimbledon doubles success and representing Australia in Davis CupWhy staying healthy is his biggest focus moving forwardThis is a must-watch for:🎾 Aspiring juniors🎾 College & Futures players🎾 Coaches and high-performance environments🎾 Anyone curious about the reality of professional tennisRinky’s ability to explain the mental, tactical, and physical demands of the ATP Tour makes this one of the most insightful episodes we’ve released.👉 Subscribe for more conversations with professional players, coaches, and experts inside elite tennis.0:00 – Introduction & Rinky’s ATP Tour experience0:32 – “There are no easy matches on tour”1:09 – Why he committed to developing on clay2:38 – Learning point construction & court craft3:41 – Biggest improvements in his game this year5:19 – What separates the very best players6:10 – Scheduling, surfaces & mini peaks8:44 – Working with coach Mark Draper (Shark)11:59 – Defining Rinky’s “brand” of tennis13:18 – Staying clutch in pressure moments17:22 – Wimbledon doubles & Davis Cup moments19:09 – Injuries, health & goals moving forward#RinkyHijikata #ATPTour #ProfessionalTennis #AustralianTennis #GoingProByATA#TennisPodcast #ATPPlayers #TennisMindset #TennisDevelopment #HighPerformanceTennis#TennisCoaching #RoadToATP #EliteTennis #TennisLife #DavisCup

    21 min

  7. Jan 1

    EP056 - “When I retired, I thought life would get easier. It didn’t" - Calum Puttergill’s Comeback

    In this third conversation, Calum shares the raw reality of walking away from pro tennis, transitioning into full-time coaching, and then making the decision to come back — freer, stronger, and with nothing to lose.We dive into:The emotional weight of quitting after a lifetime in tennisBeing ranked inside the top 150 while still losing moneyCoaching juniors vs working at the “pointy end” of the sportHow time away made his tennis better, not worseThe mental freedom that comes from removing financial pressureLife on tour, relationships, YouTube, and documenting the processWhy reps, positioning, and intention matter more than talentThis episode is an honest look at the grind behind professional tennis, the unseen sacrifices, and why sometimes stepping away is the only way forward.🎾 If you love real stories about the pro pathway, this one hits deep.#ProTennis #TennisPodcast #GoingPro #TennisJourney#AustralianTennis #ATPChallenger #TennisLife#TennisComeback #LifeOnTour #TennisMindset#BehindTheScenesTennis #DoublesTennis #tenniscoaching 0:00 – Why Challenger-level tennis needs more attention3:06 – Ranked 140… and still losing money5:36 – Walking away from pro tennis7:04 – Holding players accountable to their dream10:48 – Why most players won’t become pros13:03 – The moment I knew I had to come back14:22 – How coaching changed my work ethic19:41 – Coming back and winning faster than expected20:21 – “Everything feels like a bonus now”24:25 – How the right partner changed everything32:46 – The financial stress nobody sees in pro tennis

    39 min

  8. 12/22/2025

    EP055 - How Dane Sweeny Went From World No. 700 to the Top 200 in 6 Months | Pro Tennis Comeback

    In this episode, professional tennis player Dane Sweeny breaks down the exact mindset shift that helped him go on an incredible run — winning titles, beating top players, and translating Futures success into Challenger-level wins.Dane explains why winning became secondary, how prioritising courage over fear simplified his game, and what it actually feels like to play in a true flow state. He also opens up about the influence of his dad, the technical footwork changes that unlocked his aggression, and why losing certain matches confirmed he was finally on the right path.This conversation is a must-watch for players, coaches, and anyone interested in the mental side of high performance.🎾 Topics covered:Why playing courageously mattered more than winningFlow state vs fear-based tennisHow confidence is built before results comeTranslating Futures success to Challenger levelThe difference between speed and real movementLessons from tough losses and big winsTimestamps: 0:00 – Dane Sweeny’s comeback: from No. 700 to knocking on the Top 2002:00 – Career high, confidence collapse & walking away from tennis4:05 – Time away, rediscovering the love for the game6:40 – Returning with clarity: kindness, process & commitment7:55 – Pain, breakup & the mental turning point10:55 – Tennis as self-mastery: moving toward fear, not away17:40 – Entering the zone: courage over winning21:40 – The influence of his dad & simplifying everything23:10 – Footwork, aggression & why his game evolved27:55 – Challenger success, lessons from losses & what’s next#DaneSweeny #ProTennis #ATPTour #TennisComeback #TennisMindset #ATPChallenger #AustralianTennis #tennispodcast #TennisMentalGame #FlowState #HighPerformance#ProfessionalAthlete #MentalStrength #SportsPsychology

    33 min
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Going pro means ‘in motion’. In the process moving towards a better future, it is daily practice of focusing on ‘the process’ instead of focusing on where you want to end up. This doesn’t simply have to be related to tennis; it can be for all athletic pursuits, in business, in relationships or life in general. Through conversation we'll be telling stories and extracting practical tools to help people with their growth and how to move towards lasting change for the better.

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  • Creator
    Going Pro by ATA
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
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    Clean
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