Prodigy Maker Show Episode 34! —The Myth of Early Specialization and Multiple Sports and The Best Sports To Support Tennis— Youtube Show link: https://youtu.be/SSm_jcVWYd8 Join me to discuss the debate on playing multiple sports and early specialization in tennis. We will also discuss my favorite sports to cross train with tennis! Plus—technical footwork questions answered from the mailbox. Here is the link to Chris’s article mentioned on the show, detailing his top 10 cross-training sports. htt...
Feb 14, 2020•1 hr 22 min
Chris discusses point-by-point Wayne Bryan's famous letter to the USTA. Original FB show link: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2689054441142703/?d=n Podcast connect link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-prodigy-maker-tennis-show/id1456148452#episodeGuid=tag%3Asoundcloud%2C2010%3Atracks%2F752569363 YouTube link: https://youtu.be/L2hdEpV2R90 Chris discusses point-by-point Wayne Bryan's famous letter to the USTA. On this blockbuster show, Chris critically analyzes Wayne Bryan’...
Jan 31, 2020•1 hr 58 min
Original FB show link: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2676379935743487/ YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/9aq1D_eV_Ro Episode 32. The Prodigy Maker Show Top industry leaders join the program. Red Orange Green Yellow—or Purple Ball? Let’s talk U10 tennis! What color ball is best for your child or player? What age should kids play yellow ball? Chris tackles the the hot topic of 10 and Under Tennis and ROG junior development and answers these questions and many more. His perspective is fr...
Jan 24, 2020•1 hr 21 min
Original FB show link: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2647176788663802/?d=n YouTube replay: https://youtu.be/esb9-grnqiU Episode 31. The Prodigy Maker Show We kick off the new year with a fantastic and energetic show. Chris discusses the myths and mechanics of the kick serve, the habits of exceptional tennis parents, and the genius of Nick Kyrgios. Top tennis minds like Brian Boland and Jeremy Malfait, among others, tune into the program. Show notes: —The 5 biggest myths about the k...
Jan 10, 2020•1 hr 41 min
Episode 30. The Prodigy Maker Show Original Show link: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2601207296594085/?d=n Nadal reverse forehand video link: https://youtu.be/VZFCuVPMe6s Happy holidays to all fans and supporters of the show! In this energetic show, Chris wades into the debate about how to teach forehand fundamentals. He discusses different models of teaching the forehand and why most coaches and parents are teaching the forehand inefficiently—if not entirely incorrectly. Chris dis...
Dec 20, 2019•1 hr 23 min
Episode 29. The Prodigy Maker Show —A Perspective on Toni Nadal and Spanish Coaching Methods— Chris discusses in detail the philosophy and method of Toni Nadal and compares his approach to the other well-known training systems in Spain. Tennis Luminaries such as Tim Bainton, Brian Boland, and Craig Webster, among others, tune in! Topics on the show include the following: —The value of Toni Nadal online courses available to parents and coaches —Toni’s strengths and weaknesses as a coach —Was Toni...
Dec 06, 2019•1 hr 36 min
**Sincere apologies for the recording gaps during the first 20 minutes. We had some difficulties with our network connection** Episode 28. The Prodigy Maker Show. Parents: The Good, The Bad, and The Cra-Cra Chris tackles another controversial topic: The role of parents in junior development. Learn the dirty little secret that tennis coaches don’t want parents to know. Chris also discusses in depth the best way parents should be involved in the development process. Chris also answers technical an...
Nov 22, 2019•1 hr 38 min
Episode 27. The Cheating Myths in Junior Tennis Show Chris says, “If you listen to this episode, you will get hooked!” Here is the link to Chris’s comprehensive article “How to Handle Cheating.” prodigymaker.com/index.php/2018/1…ow-to-handle-it/ It’s a great guide for kids and parents and will help you come up with a plan for handling cheating. Chris discusses his latest article, 13 Cheating Myths in Junior Tennis, and briefly concludes with his vision of the future of the game and technology vi...
Nov 11, 2019•1 hr 12 min
Episode 26. The Prodigy Maker Show. A high performance junior development talk show. On this episode, elite junior coach Chris Lewit discusses talent and how to identify talent in young players. Chris answers questions from his audience around the world and several leading coaches like UPenn’s David Geatz and top junior coach Francisco Montoya tune in and give a shout out. Show Notes: Chris talks about the following on the program: —What is talent? —How Chris identifies talent —What are the most...
Nov 03, 2019•1 hr 35 min
The Tennis Academy and Kick Serve Show Watch the show replay on video at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit It was an exciting show with tennis industry leaders like Brian Boland, Bruce Gullikson, and Jeremy Malfait tuning in. Chris discusses the positives and perils of tennis academies and how to find the best academy for the junior player. He also explains the homeschooling options available and the common pathway players take to home or alternate schooling. In addition, Chris breaks down the technique an...
Oct 18, 2019•1 hr 40 min
The Big Footwork Show is now available on Chris Lewit Youtube Channel. Youtube.com/ChrisLewit --On the show, learn Chris’s footwork philosophy and method! --How do Spanish coaches train movement and balance? What are the key components of a good footwork system? What are the critical footwork skills to teach young kids? Chris explains this and more and answers parents questions from around the world. --Show Notes On this big footwork show: --Chris discusses his favorite footwork drills and what ...
Oct 11, 2019•1 hr 39 min
Episode 23. The Prodigy Maker Show. The Big Forehand Show Video replays available at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit. Toni Nadal says the forehand is the most important shot in tennis. Chris probably disagrees with this statement but understands why Toni says it like this! Learn the secrets of the modern Spanish forehand and how to build it on the latest edition of The Prodigy Maker Show. We had many good questions and a lively audience for Episode 23! Chris's sidekick and cohost, Sammie the tennis dog, ...
Oct 04, 2019•1 hr 28 min
In case you missed the live broadcast! Here is Episode 22 of The Prodigy Maker Show. —Chris discusses “The Spanish Method” and whether there truly is a Spanish System. —He delves into some history of Spanish Tennis coaching discussing the influence of Pato Alvarez and Luis Bruguera. He compares their methods. —Chris talks about the commonalities in the teaching method across Spain. —Chris discusses the merits of long suffering drills—one of the hallmarks of the Spanish approach. The show also co...
Sep 25, 2019•1 hr 16 min
Here is the replay of Episode 21 Prodigy Maker Show. It’s a jammed-packed episode! Video replays can be watched at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit. Chris discusses: —His summer study trip to Spain —Why Spain is the premier destination for tennis training in the world! —The enigma of the Rafa Nadal Academy —Juan Carlos Ferrero Equelite Academy and JC’s return to coaching —Is Carlos Alcaraz the next Rafa Nadal? Remember the name! —The 3 reasons why junior tennis tournaments in the US are unhealthy for chil...
Sep 25, 2019•1 hr 27 min
https://www.facebook.com/357910184339377/posts/1556621637801553?s=100001145192967&sfns=mo Season 2 Episode 3 Prodigy Maker Show What’s up amigos! It was a great show! Top development coach Chris Lewit—The Prodigy Maker—discusses current topics in the high performance coaching community and in junior tennis. Chris also answers viewer questions from around the world. Chris discusses the following topics: —High Performance Summer Camps and Academies. What to look for and perils to avoid. —Drops...
Jun 05, 2019•49 min
We had a lot of buzz and great comments. Chris discusses the following topics: —The Myth of Red, Orange, Green for elite junior development and U10 tennis. —The problems and pitfalls of the orange ball progression and U10 ROG pathways. —Why the forehand follow through to the top of the shoulder near the ear is “dead” or “near extinction”. —Why kids U10 should be taught to jump on their groundstrokes and serves. Staying grounded with both feet is “old school”. And much more! Please share with fri...
May 07, 2019•1 hr 5 min
Chris is an internationally respected coach and speaker, and the author of two best selling tennis books: The Tennis Technique Bible and The Secrets of Spanish Tennis. Join this former #1 for Cornell and pro circuit player, and elite coach of numerous top 10 nationally ranked junior players LIVE weekly. Visit https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit Archived shows at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit Chris discusses high performance tennis: —He continues to debunk the Myth of the First 4 Shots. —He describes i...
Apr 23, 2019•1 hr 2 min
Chris is an internationally respected coach and speaker, and the author of two best selling tennis books: The Tennis Technique Bible and The Secrets of Spanish Tennis. Join this former #1 for Cornell and pro circuit player, and elite coach of numerous top 10 nationally ranked junior players LIVE weekly. Visit https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2137272589654227?sfns=mo Archived shows at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit Chris discusses the future of modern tennis technique: Symmetrical Training. Co...
Apr 08, 2019•1 hr 28 min
Chris is an internationally respected coach and speaker, and the author of two best selling tennis books: The Tennis Technique Bible and The Secrets of Spanish Tennis. Join this former #1 for Cornell and pro circuit player, and elite coach of numerous top 10 nationally ranked junior players LIVE weekly. Original show post: https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/... Archived shows at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit Podcasts of the show now available on all podcasting platforms! Topics include: —Two hander b...
Apr 05, 2019•1 hr 24 min
In case you missed the show! —Great discussion about the biomechanics and technique of the two-handed backhand: grips, swing path, future evolution of the stroke, pitfalls and technical flaws, and more. —Additional technical thoughts from Chris about serve leg drive and the proper ratio of front to rear leg drive. —And the big question of the night—how do you make new shoes less stiff? Chris’s feet are sensitive and he hates the break-in period of new shoes. Help with your suggestions! —And much...
Mar 25, 2019•1 hr 14 min
Sunday Q and A with Chris Lewit Episode 14 The original show with comments here https://www.facebook.com/chris.lewit/videos/2098837333497753?sfns=mo Chris’s talk show is blowing up! Here are the show notes! Chris discusses: —How cheating is ruining the sport and should be changed for child welfare and to grow the game. —Why coaches and parents should be allowed on court at junior tournaments. —What is the Inverted finish? —Why a modern trend is hitting with the same side of strings with one semi...
Mar 11, 2019•1 hr 10 min
The original show was broadcast here: https://www.facebook.com/100001145192967/posts/2090041154377371?sfns=mo On this show, Chris answers questions on a host of topics before getting derailed by bedtime for his kids: Chris discusses: —Nuances of the Spanish style of drilling in-and-out, X drill, footwork and tactical focus of these types of drills. —Lateral movement and the crossover recovery technique including the importance of keeping the head still like Roger Federer —The benefits of leaving...
Mar 04, 2019•44 min
Season 1 Episode 8. Sunday Tennis Q and A Live with Chris Chris and his cohost Sammie the dog had an awesome show! Chris discusses: —the debate and benefits of hand feeding —Spanish style training —a rarely discussed benefit of clay court training —the technical future of the game, —the most important areas to develop for athletic development, —the potential MYTH of the first 4 Shots —whether talent beats hard work —and more interesting topics! —Chris also discusses the merits of his technical a...
Feb 28, 2019•1 hr 18 min
Chris discusses: —the good and bad of Games Based Approaches to training young children —the myth of the first 4 shots, junior development —the biggest problems with American tennis —an extensive talk about the current state Spanish tennis and academies. And of course he answers various viewer questions from around the world! Sammy the CLTA mascot also makes his appearance! —Follow Chris at these websites and social media links Website: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.com Facebook: www...
Feb 28, 2019•2 hr 10 min
Is Serve and Volley Dead—Or is it the Future? Video replay available at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit. Chris has a lively Q and A with a number of coaches and players joining in. Chris discusses —Building coordination in young children —Judy Murray’s coordination genius”””@@ —Toni Nadal and the Spanish Method —Toni Nadal’s character building genius, but his old fashioned approach to building technique —Serve and volley training tips —The important of doubles and how to train doubles —Is it dead? How ca...
Feb 28, 2019•1 hr 12 min
Chris discusses the kick serve and how it's impossible to teach a legit kick serve to all players. —He shares his opinions on GBA, Game Based Approach and weighs in on whether kids should be learning technique or tactics first. Spoiler alert: Some kids love to drill! —In addition, Chris addresses the myth and debate about the First 4 Shots. —Furthermore, Chris compares and contrasts Spanish and French tennis systems. —Learn why Chris is called the Prodigy Maker. —And of course, Chris answers ten...
Feb 28, 2019•2 hr
Grips, Technique, and Cheating in Junior Tennis Show Video replay available at Youtube.com/ChrisLewit. Chris’s kids make a cameo. Sammie the tennis dog takes a nap! Chris discusses: —The unique way he builds the modern one handed backhand including the uncommon semi-western grip. —Modern grips for young kids —Don’t start young kids with conservative grips —Toni Nadal’s philosophy of teaching technique like calligraphy —The Macci two handed backhand —The future of the two handed backhand —Ambidex...
Feb 28, 2019•1 hr 13 min
Chris answers tennis questions from around the world on this popular talk show for High IQ tennis learners! In this episode Chris discusses the parabolic forehand, serve technique for 4/5 year olds, and various other technical and philosophical tennis questions. —Follow Chris at these websites and social media links Website: www.chrislewit.com Blog: www.ProdigyMaker.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChrisLewitTennisAcademy Twitter: www.twitter.com/chrislewit LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/chris...
Feb 28, 2019•1 hr 24 min
Episode 3. The Prodigy Maker Show The Future of Spanish Tennis Big industry names highlight the lively discussion on Episode 3 of The Prodigy Maker Show. Chris discusses: —The future of Spanish Tennis —The most important areas to focus on in junior development —The importance of evidence based coaching —Mark Kovacs and Tim Bainton check in —The biggest mistakes in current Spanish tennis —Why the Spanish approaches must evolve to compete in this next decade and beyond. —Which academy in Spain is ...
Feb 28, 2019•1 hr 24 min
Episode 4 is a Big Technique Show! Chris answers questions from around the world on junior technical development and we had a very lively audience. Online tennis leaders Jeremy Malfait and Robert Garrett join the program to share ideas. Chris’s son Isaiah and Sammy the Tennis Dog make a Cameo. Chris covers the following topics: —Whether to teach closed or open stances to children. —The biggest problem with Red, Orange, Green curricula. —Why players should be taught to jump on the groundstrokes a...
Feb 28, 2019•1 hr 18 min
