Going Pro by ATA

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.

Going Pro by ATA is a education podcast hosted by ATA, with 63 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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

  Jun 15, 202620 min

  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

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

  Jun 7, 202635 min

  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 Journey 03:54 How Mixed Doubles Changed Her Confidence & Game Style 06:15 Match Pressure, Flow State & Becoming Comfortable Uncomfortable 09:01 The Reality of Doubles Partnerships & Tour Relationships 14:03 Playing Style, Risk Taking & Leadership in Doubles Tennis 18:26 Funny Tour Stories & Learning to Adapt to Different Personalities 22:40 Exploring the World & Avoiding the “Robotic” Tour Lifestyle 24:18 Handling Losses, Confidence & Mental Resilience 28:11 What Separates Top Players & Advice for Young Athletes 32:14 Life Lessons from Tennis, Final Reflections & Outro

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

  May 30, 202626 min

  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

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

  Mar 24, 202618 min

  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 Note 0:36 Introducing James Duckworth 1:30 Staying in the Top 100 for Years 2:28 Adapting to the Modern Game 4:49 Scheduling the ATP Tour Season 6:39 ATP Challenger Tour vs ATP Tour 8:27 Dealing with Losing Streaks & Mental Challenges 12:24 Career Highlights & Breakthrough Moments 13:40 The Financial Reality of Pro Tennis 15:36 Influential People in His Career 17:03 Final Thoughts

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

  Feb 23, 202620 min

  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

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