About this episode
Send us a text In this episode of the Texas Tennis Coaches podcast, hosts Ruben Vargas and Amanda Sterling welcome Rose Bristow, a seasoned junior high tennis coach with over 33 years of experience. Rose shares her journey into tennis, her passion for coaching, and the importance of fostering a love for the game among young players. She discusses her successful coaching philosophy, the significance of community support, and the impact of mentorship in her career. Throughout the conversation, Rose emphasizes the importance of character building and the joy of seeing her students succeed both on and off the court. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of coaching tennis at the junior high level, focusing on warm-up routines, engaging students, building successful programs, and the importance of forming relationships with players. They share personal experiences and strategies for keeping students motivated and involved in the sport, emphasizing the need for creativity in drills and the significance of understanding students' backgrounds and mental health. In this conversation, Rose Bristow shares her extensive experience coaching junior high tennis, emphasizing the importance of mental toughness, positive reinforcement, and the unique challenges of working with young athletes. She discusses the '16 Second Cure' mental strategy, her coaching philosophy, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind. Rose reflects on her career, the impact of her coaching, and her plans for the future, while also offering advice to aspiring coaches. You can email Rose at rbristow831@gmail.com. "Sixteen Second Cure" Dr. Jim Loehr