{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Courtside Sessions","title":"Lessons from Bollettieri to the USTA | Courtside Sessions S3E8 - Martin Blackman","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/9bae83b9\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2365,"description":"From player development at the USTA to entrepreneurial success, Martin Blackman’s career has always been driven by a passion for creating pathways for tennis players. In this episode, Martin takes us through his journey from his early days in tennis to his impactful role at the USTA and now to his current ventures. He shares his philosophy on player development, the evolving landscape of the tennis industry, and what’s next for him as an entrepreneur. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Martin is reshaping the future of tennis for players, coaches, and fans alike.00:00 Introduction01:20 Player Development02:21 Personal Journey07:10 Nick Bollettieri Insight11:47 Parenting Advice16:34 Junior Career Goals23:37 Turning Pro35:16 Future of USTA38:19 ConclusionWelcome to Courtside Sessions, a podcast for junior tennis players, parents, and coaches! Join us as we dive into insightful discussions, share expert tips for athletes from athletes, and explore the latest trends and topics shaping the tennis community.Find the Court Side Sessions Podcast herehttps://open.spotify.com/show/0jQsZdQgiSsc5thZhyHI8K?si=5062e17c0b754e1ahttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/courtside-sessions/id1742627756https://courtsidesessions.transistor.fm/👥 Connect with Team Diadem:@diademsportsYour support fuels our passion for tennis! Give us a thumbs up 👍, subscribe to Courtside Sessions, and hit that notification bell 🔔 so you never miss an episode! 🎾🎙️","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/xHKlQRjUnZca0VoBDuWFNyCJ3J53OZ5_bZpFxqWr5qY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81MmFj/M2E5NGU4MjQ4Y2U4/NjgyNDA5YTkzNmQw/Zjg0ZS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}