#1041: Pro vs. Amateur Coaching
#1041: What does a pickleball coach actually do for a pro who already has all the shots? Tracie talks with pro player and CityPickle coach Benjamin Grant about why coaching at the highest levels is often less about technique and more about what’s happening between the ears. He explains why even great players need another set of eyes on the court and — when he’s coaching a pro in a tournament — how he knows when to call a timeout, help manage momentum and nerves, and stay fueled through a long tournament day. Benjamin also explains why watching your own match film — and leaning straight into the parts of your game opponents keep exposing — is one of the fastest ways to improve.
In this episode you’ll hear:
Why pros use coaches differently than amateurs do
When a timeout can completely change a match
Why getting too excited can be almost as dangerous as getting discouraged
How food, hydration and fatigue affect decision-making
Why watching film may be one of the fastest ways to improve
What to do when an opponent exposes a weakness—yes, even relentless lobbers
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