INTERNATIONAL COACH WEBINAR

RED BALL, REAL IMPACT: LESSONS FROM THE US ON ADULT RED BALL TENNIS (Karl Davies, USA)

ABOUT TODAY'S WEBINAR TOPIC

Adult Red Ball tennis was chosen because it consistently solved a problem many coaches face: how to help adults start, enjoy, and stay in the game without unnecessary pressure. Over several years of development at the USTA, this model proved that simple modifications can transform adult learning, confidence, and engagement. This webinar shares why Adult Red Ball matters, what it has revealed about coaching adults, and why these lessons are relevant to coaches worldwide. Coaches will explore practical principles from Adult Red Ball that can be applied immediately to adult programs in any setting or culture.

ABOUT YOUR PRESENTER

Karl Davies, Phd is the Director of Racquet Sports at the USTA National Campus, where he leads the strategic vision, programming, and coach education framework for racquet sports across all ages and abilities. He oversees player pathways and innovative initiatives focused on participation, retention, and on-court experience. Previously, Karl served as USTA Director of Curriculum Development, creating education pathways aligned with the American Development Model. Prior to the USTA, he worked globally with the ITF, supporting coach education in 50+ nations. An ITF Level 3 Certified Coach, Karl holds a Ph.D. in Human Movement Science and designs athlete-centered, developmentally appropriate learning environments.

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INTERNATIONAL COACH WEBINAR - RED BALL, REAL IMPACT: COACHING LESSONS FROM THE US ON ADULT RED BALL TENNIS (Karl Davies, USA)