Off To California, Practicing Alone, and 8th Grade Graduations

FromOrder ON The Courts with Scott Ficks

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Off To California, Practicing Alone, and 8th Grade Graduations

FromOrder ON The Courts with Scott Ficks

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Jun 8, 2023

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This short episode talks about my recent podcasting experience, 8th grade graduations, why practicing alone is important, and culture versus experience.

Released:

Jun 8, 2023

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Career tennis & pickleball coach Scott Ficks discusses various topics in the tennis/pickleball coaching and business world along with other life lessons and current events. I have made a career out of making stuff up, this podcast might have something for players and coaches looking for new ideas. It could also be an incredible waste of time that you will never get back.

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Average Is A Compliment: Podcast #2 discusses the idea of playing a more average game versus one with lots of highlights but not much substance. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
5 min listen
Facts vs. Feelings: Podcast #3 involves how to separate your emotions, thoughts, and feelings from the facts. Can you look at a situation and determine what is actually happening and not get caught up in what you think "might" happen? by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
7 min listen
Chik Fil A and Lost Jobs: How To Reset and Move On: Scott discusses his experience learning how to teach pickleball and how it transfers to the tennis court. How to reset the point and turn a likely lost point into a chance to win. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
14 min listen
Why did I find disappointment in a victory?: Scott talks about how an Indianapolis Colts win reminded him about accepting winning points and not being negative about victories even if it isn’t pretty. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
6 min listen
I lost my coach, how do I find a new one?: Scott discusses his current situation and how to help students find a new coach. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
15 min listen
Stop micromanaging your game, it's exhausting me.: Scott asks for help sleeping and discusses some ideas of how to stop micromanaging your game. Look for patterns and accept the randomness of sports. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
11 min listen
Dinner With Jeff, I Quote Mark Twain, and Freaka's Not Angry Anymore: This cast discusses how to get out of difficult places mentally and/or physically and how to avoid taking tennis advice from club members. Also, win a free tennis lesson with the Mrochinski Challenge. Mark Twain and the Colts are also discussed... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
26 min listen
Little Timmy Double Faults Too Much: Scott discusses his philosophy on double faulting. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
5 min listen
Finding A Way When Things Aren't Working: Scott discusses the Colts winning without their best players, Ms. Kaskus and her English Lit class, and how to get through a bad practice or match. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
13 min listen
Conner Annis: The Youngest Tennis Director In The World (Also My Dad and Our First Caller Ever.: This episode is a discussion with Conner Annis, the interim Director of Tennis at the South Shore Health & Racquet Club in St. Joe, MI. Conner is a 20 year old college student and now in charge of a large tennis and pickleball program. We are also... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
62 min listen
Hunting and Camping: Scott talks about how the Wisconsin culture of hunting and camping can be used on the tennis court. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
8 min listen
Tiny Chair Conversations: Training, Coaching, & Nonsense: I'm joined this week by a very special guest, Shannon Gilbertson. Shannon is the personal fitness manager at The WAC-Lake Country and walks incredibly fast. We talk some tennis, gym etiquette, stretching, gatorade, coaching, training, and a whole... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
59 min listen
The Eagles, Tom Petty, Kyle Scheel and I Still Can't Sleep....And Some Tennis Stuff: This weeks podcast discusses how to bad shots vs. losing shots, self coaching when things are going badly, and a better option when your oppenent is hitting overheads at you. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
14 min listen
Get The Freaking Ball: Poaching, Dentist Visits, Pickleball Costs and Whirlyball: Scott discusses some thoughts on poaching, why does the pickleball community think lessons should be cheaper than tennis, 10 years between dentist visits and go get the freakin ball! by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
22 min listen
Talking Tennis With My Dad: Stories On How We Ended Up Here: This special podcast features my first guest ever, my Dad, Bill Ficks. We discuss my path to tennis coaching, how to raise tennis kids, pickleball, concussions, heating tennis balls in the microwave, and other topics related to my tennis journey. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
53 min listen
US Open Recap, Bill Ficks Is Back & One Toss Per Decade: Episode #26 marks the 4th appearance by my Dad who helps me discuss the US Open, double faulting and low first serve percentages. A legendary idea that players get one toss per decades they have been alive has been submitted and will likely be adopted... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
44 min listen
A Conversation With My Brother: Our Tennis Story & A Bunch Of Nonsense: My brother Mark joins the podcast this week and discusses our path into tennis, Mr. Miyagi vs. Obi Wan Kenobi, Danny Tanner vs. Pa Ingalls, and a full minute of nothing but laughter. He is the Tennis Director at the South Shore Health and Racquet Club... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
57 min listen
A Conversation With A Legend: Halls Of Fame Coach Ron "Famer" Albers Joins Me This Week: My second guest is Ron "Famer" Albers, a national championship winning coach for the Vincennes University Trailblazers, multiple Halls of Fame member, my coach, and a lifelong Bengals fan joins me. We discuss some tennis, pickleball, college tennis... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
46 min listen
Grandpa Pete and a 41 Year Old Panda Bear: Scott talks about his stuffed panda bear, finding ways to relax, and why multi-tasking may not be as productive as you think. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
15 min listen
100% Tennis! Cheaters, Grips, and Cheer: I am back to being solo again, no guests for the first time in 3 weeks and I definitely stick to tennis again. I talk about the importance of the continental grip, how to handle cheaters in social play, and mining for 10ths. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
25 min listen
Bringing The Storm: Game Of Thrones, Kyrgios, Fishing, & Social Media: Episode #23 discusses fishing, Game Of Thrones, tennis on television, focused practices, and how social media claims to fix your game in mere seconds. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
25 min listen
New Job, WalMart, Federer, Stronger Coffee, & Add One More Step: Episode #27 covers my new job at the WAC, why WalMart should make a business model change, and how I was too sad to watch Federers last match. There are also some tips on moving better in doubles and managing your highs and lows. Is pickleball about... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
23 min listen
The CovidCast! Top Gun Moments, Drive The F***ing Car, & I'm Not A Tennis Pro: I would suggest passing on this episode. I discuss some of the usual tennis and pickleball items that interest me while dealing with my first Covid experience. After three straight days in the basement I needed something to do, probably not my best... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
33 min listen
My Kid Joins Me, My Cat Interrupts Me, & Lot's Of Tennis Talk-"Stop Being Sorry": Episode # 18 includes a visit from my son Ben, another visit from my cat Pumpkin, and I discuss Naomi Osaka, saying you're sorry, and why band-aids are better than surgery. All tennis again. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
26 min listen
Drills VS. Lessons & Gym Etiquette: Drills vs. Lessons, Gym Etiquette, Ash Barty Walks Away & Do You Apologize For Let Cord Winner? by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
20 min listen
Sea Otters & Dot Collecting: Did you know Sea Otters hold hands when they sleep so they don't get swept out to sea? This episode is only 20 minutes and covers several quick tennis topics from my week on the courts. Why don't we call pigs, hamsters? Seriously. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
22 min listen
Massage Room Conversations with Tim Hartwick: Episode #22 talks with Tim Hartwick from The WAC Lake Country and covers Tim's unique path to the tennis business, court etiquette talk, coaching techniques, and all things surrounding the club business. Tim has a very interesting story that is not... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
65 min listen
Electric Scooters, Monkfish, & Better Players Don't Want To Play With You: Episode 25 discusses electric scooters, playing better players, and how binge watching Master Chef could help you ELEVATE your tennis games. No pickleball talk this time but over 6000 people watched a video of me putting ice in a cooler so that's... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
26 min listen
Completely Revolutionary Podcast!: Episode #39 clears up my questions on gas prices and my IU will win the championship next year. Someone revolutionized the volley on Instagram too! How to use your serve to fix smaller problems instead of blaming your partners and not think so... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
28 min listen
"Just Be Human", Fantasy Championship, & Making Opponents Uncomfortable: Episode #33 talks about learning how to hit slower and make opponents uncomfortable. It also discusses why I think pickleball is starting to advertise that it isn't a very good sport. We also get an Annie in California update, the bad news about... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
23 min listen

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Zero Glide Potential, Crab Legs, & Christmas Movies: Episode #60 covers Christmas movies, Thanksgiving foods, Metallica, and why the world shouldn't mix fruits and dessert. Also, do you have Zero Glide Potential on your swing? by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
20 min listen
"I couldn't find parking" & "I'm miserable so I might as well be comfortable": Sometimes saying "great shot" is an easy way to move on from a lost point and can lessen your anger over a loss. Some good ideas like trampoline tennis and a one-stop hospital are discussed along with Seinfeld talking truths about sweatpants, 30... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
30 min listen
Portillos, Turds, and Marshmallows: Episode #58 covers a wide variety of topics including my new shoe business idea, joining AARP, and angularity. Why drawing out your favorite plays could help you play with more purpose and all of the things you shouldn't say to your coach. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
40 min listen
Skyline Chili, Hotel Snacks, & Pacing Yourself: Episode #57 was recorded from a hotel in Columbus, Ohio. I discuss hotel snacks, Skyline Chili, and should adults give foul balls to little kids. Also, how to pace yourself in a match or practice session. Enjoy. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
35 min listen
The Milwaukee Tennis Classic with Tournament Director, Andy Volkert: I'm joined by Andy Volkert, the tournament director of the Milwaukee Tennis Classic. It runs September 22-24th at four locations and is the longest running division one college tournament in the country. It is free and an amazing opportunity to see... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
44 min listen
Falling Into A Sinkhole, Bonfire Origins, & Time Hartwig Says Something Smart: This weeks show covers a wide range of topics as usual. The U.S. Open, Red Auerbach, and Baby On Board sings are discussed. I also tell a story that ends with someone hoping the WAC falls in a sinkhole. Find all of my stuff on Facebook, Instagram,... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
37 min listen
Calming Your Monkey Mind & Other Nuts & Bolts: Episode #54 talks about my trip to Cleveland along with many other nuts and bolts topics. Working on managing your Monkey Mind, no technology gyms, gas prices.....again, and more. I give some feedback on whether players should use words or signals... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
41 min listen
The Economy of Movement meets a Megalodon: "We Do What's In Front Of Us": This episode covers 3 book reviews, introduces a new segment "Whats Wrong With People" and asks why "taking candy from a baby" isn't so easy. https://linktr.ee/scottfickstennisandpickleball by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
27 min listen
2 Mice Versus a Gerbil: A Conversation With My Friends: This was a fun one that covers a variety of topics including mice fighting gerbils, the oboe, and band camp. We also discuss our favorite players, communication versus coaching, lesson planning, and finally decided that Michael Jordan is clearly... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
72 min listen
The Milwaukee Tennis Classic featuring Denny Shackter: Wisconsin tennis legend Denny Shackter and I discuss the Milwaukee Tennis Classic. The MTC has been around for 47 years and features some of the best division one college players and teams in the country. We talk about what it is, where it is, how it... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
38 min listen
Episode #50: F*** This & F*** That, Fireflies vs. Lightning Bugs, and lots of good tennis talk.: Episode #50 includes a discussion with my Dad, Bill Ficks and my nephew, Tristan Ficks. We cover a lot of topics including different types of competitiveness, movies, books, doubles, and teamwork. Also, is it firefly's or lightning bugs? Why did Dad... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
51 min listen
2 Burned Bagels, Managing Group Lessons, & Preparing For The Darkness: Episode #49 gets into how tennis players prioritize what they want out of a group lesson. How to get out of dark times on the court and preparing for the eventual demise of your tennis game. Crocs are okay on vacation, gas stations, and fishing... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
38 min listen
When I'm President, Mickey Mantle failed 3,444 times, & Have Coaches Lost The Details: Episode #48 discusses how Micky Mantle failed 3,444 times and is still considered one of the greatest to ever play baseball. Why straight roads and no time zones make total sense regardless of the facts, and have tennis coaches lost sight of important... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
24 min listen
The Road Trip Episode: Traffic, Stress Driving, & Crocs On Vacation: Episode #46 recaps our trip to see Annie in California and revisits my questions on gas prices. Also, how the Navy Seals may help you get more value out of challenging situations on the courts. I wore Crocs for 10 days, ate nothing but bad food, and... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
43 min listen
Mama's Fallen...Again: Episode #44 is quite a family event. My Mom, Carol Ficks joins us, along with my niece Madison Ficks, and my nephew Tristan Ficks. We talk about growing up with a tennis Dad, high school tennis experiences, raising tennis sons, and a whole lot of... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
48 min listen
My Pile Of Sadness: This episode starts with Shannon leaving me in a Pile of Sadness on a party bus and how I didn't handle some really great news for her very well. Costco has amazing deals on soda and my grocery store has locks on the wheels now. But there is some... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
38 min listen
Lessons from Ted Lasso and The Office, living in the gray, & pets walking backward.: Episode #42 covers a lot of television, including Ted Lasso, The Office, and Shrinking. I also cover Air, the new movie about Nike and Michael Jordan. There is some tennis talk that continues to focus on handling adversity, putting things in... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
40 min listen
My Birthday, 13.1 Miles, Finding Time For Your "People", & Cowboy Outfits: Episode #41 covers my Birthday, catching up with old friends, and finishing another half-marathon. There is a wide range of topics from dressing up like a cowboy at a concert and wearing house slippers to Olive Garden. The only tennis part involves... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
39 min listen
Voltaire, Papa Smurf, Hugh Jackman & More Secrets Of Tennis: Episode #40 covers topics ranging from Papa Smurf to Voltaire quotes from 1707. Apparently someone else has the secret to better tennis and is pickleball surviving only because tennis did all the work? by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
42 min listen
Completely Revolutionary Podcast!: Episode #39 clears up my questions on gas prices and my IU will win the championship next year. Someone revolutionized the volley on Instagram too! How to use your serve to fix smaller problems instead of blaming your partners and not think so... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
28 min listen
"If Your Coach Is No Good, Find A New One"-Ben Ficks: Ben joins me to talk about tennis, weight loss, and missing his big sister. I had no idea the Indian Wells final was being played and that can't be good. Why I don't think pickleball is a great watch on television and apparently there are 5 drills... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
30 min listen
"I don't see the point, but football is cool"-Molly Ficks: Molly joins me for a few minutes to talk tennis and movies. Quite a bit of pickleball talk in addition to updates on various topics including weight loss, gas prices, no socks at the gym, and other random stuff. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
35 min listen
Annie Talks Tennis, I Hate This Drill, & The Contribution Zone: Annie leads off episode #36 with her thoughts on tennis, don't blame me. I talk randomly about gas prices, my hotel tv, the greatest travel plaza ever, and my weight loss results. Someone hated my drill this week and why I hate untied shoes on... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
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"Hey Everybody" What Are You Good At & Why Is That Important: Episode #35 covers more serving content and why the Daytona 500 reminded me of many club players serves. I'm tired, sick, and starving but lost some weight even though it was miserable. My career now includes victories over a Hall of Famer and why do... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
29 min listen
Leaving the VC, Movie Review, & Please Practice Your Serve: In episode #34 I talk about a change to my job situation, how I finally returned a kickoff for a TD in Madden, and a review of A Man Called Otto. The tennis side of things questions why players don't invest time in practicing their serves and why... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
35 min listen
"Just Be Human", Fantasy Championship, & Making Opponents Uncomfortable: Episode #33 talks about learning how to hit slower and make opponents uncomfortable. It also discusses why I think pickleball is starting to advertise that it isn't a very good sport. We also get an Annie in California update, the bad news about... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
23 min listen
Annie Leaves Us, Little Debbie's, & Pickleball Etiquette: Episode #31 discusses my addiction to Little Debbie's and why I weigh more than I ever have. I also talk about why pickleball requires clubs to post signs about "etiquette" and "sportsmanship" and should they have to. My daughter Annie also bailed out... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
30 min listen
Episode #30: Outtakes From A Rookie Podcaster: This special episode is a collection of my mistakes and unpublished conversations. My Dad tells us about his soon to be famous "Lean" method for using the restroom and I say a lot of useless words. There is no tennis talk in this one and it's only... by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
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Nick Bollettieri, The Gray Man, Staying Ready, and Magic Fixes: Episode #29 talks about my Nick Bollettieri story, my lost battle with the sun, more social media magic and mystery, and strategy vs. execution. by Order ON The Courts with Scott Ficks
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Off To California, Practicing Alone, and 8th Grade Graduations

Off To California, Practicing Alone, and 8th Grade Graduations

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