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U A S R T May 2011 Members Notices REGISTERED OFFICE Your NEW Website (contains flash) 1194 Pittwater Road Narrabeen NSW 2101 All ATPCA members will soon have direct access to their own personal “State of the art” website that contains “flash” with background music - replacing your current page. This site is designed to Postal Address: provide you with a professional edge to attract more business by displaying your coaching profile PO Box 555 and services in a modern context. It can easily be modified to include your detailed playing /coaching Narrabeen NSW 2101 profile as well as contact details. To make it even more attractive, photos displaying your coaching courts or groups or you etc can be included too. Tel: 02 9982 2000 To see a prototype of your proposed site, simply type this address into your URL www.atpca.com. Fax: 02 9971 0828 au/index103.htm. Then click on Masri, Mohamid further down the page. Please send any amended wording/photos to [email protected]. Your new website should be finalised by the end of this [email protected] month so be sure to email any modifications ASAP. www.atpca.com.au

Industry leading Insurance Protection DIRECTORS President ATPCA has recently upgraded its members insurance policy, from the existing $2 Million Professional Course Co-Ordinator: Indemnity cover, to $10 Million Professional Indemnity. This upgrade allows members access to engage into Tennis Australia’s “Hot Shots” Program for kids tennis. As an ATPCA endorsed coach, if Julio El Akl PO Box 170 you experience any difficulty being accepted into this program, (or any other) let us know as we are Dulwich Hill NSW 2203 here to support our members and provide them with equal opportunities Australia wide. 0411 158 669 [email protected] New! Junior Discounts for under 20’s. Save 30-40% off all Course fee’s Vice President There has never been a better time than now for keen players to become an ATPCA qualified coach. Former Playing Professional: All Juniors (under the age of 20) now have access to the best possible training at the most affordable Bob Giltinan and realistic industry prices. ATPCA’s new discounts will allow them to save up to 30-40% on their Secretary professional qualification. Visit the ATPCA website www.atpca.com.au to download an application Systems Analyst: form for more details. Don Champion

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For many years some coaches have not been aware of the long standing history and success of the Performance Enhancement: Michael Fox ATPCA. For this reason ATPCA has developed an information brochure included with this Journal. The purpose is to inform and educate the tennis community generally on the history of your assoication Management Consultant: and its past connections in the industry. If you are a member who owns or coaches at a local club, Phil Graf your support to pin up our poster and hand out the brochures to interested players, would ultimately benefit all members. Administration: Barbara Champion Accolades to Mal Murphy

This edition of the Supercoach Journal is focused on Mal Murphy’s contribution to the game and ATPCA- throughout you will see a few of his interesting articles and a members tribute to his coach- ing efforts.

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AUSTRALIAN TENNIS PROFESSIONAL COACHES ASSOCIATION LTD • ISSUE 130 1 ACCOLADESACCOLADES to our Honorary Member MAL MURPHY

It is not everyday that coaches receive such a glowing report, so I thought you should read this. It just shows that the good coaching relationships you have generated, have and continue to have a profound affect on peoples lives- Don Champion

“I am hoping that this is the right e-mail address for my former tennis coach, Mr. Mal Murphy. I don’t know if you will remember me, but you were my tennis coach in the 80’s, and helped me gain a scholarship to America. I visited you once after you relocated to the Sunshine Coast, but haven’t been back to Australia in 10+ years.

I have been thinking about you a lot lately. The horrible flooding in Queensland and the start of this year’s compelled me to find an address of sorts for you. You were so much more than a tennis coach! I always knew you were an amazing tennis coach, but you taught me everything about character, perseverance, humility and dignity. Being young, foolish and arrogant, I am pretty sure I never properly said thank you for everything you did, not just for me, but for all of the kids who were lucky enough to wander into your world! I remember how kind you were to the children who didn’t seem to have a happy home life. It was like having a second family - I remember the best part of my day was running to catch the train after school to Milton, to spend the afternoon with you and the other tennis hopefuls (Sean Morrison, Jason Raynor, Ken Lewis and others) chasing down ball after ball, wanting only to see your smile! I am pretty sure that none of us made it big time in tennis, but what a difference you surely made for all of us. You were good, honest and hardworking, and you made each of us feel special.

I was never a very good tennis player, but I did apply what I learned from you to my “new” career. I was never the brightest or the best, but I think I worked harder and wanted to do well better than just about anyone. I run a transplant immunology laboratory now, determining suitable donors for patients who need transplants such as hearts, kidneys, lungs, bone marrow, etc. I’m told I work very hard, and that I’m fair and understanding as both a colleague and a boss, and I always think of you when someone says this. I learned from youthat kindness and compassion should be expected, and that humility and dignity speak so much louder than arrogant boasting.

My mother died 10 years ago from breast cancer, and we used to love talking about the time we lived in Brisbane and how much of that time centred around Milton. My husband and I have a young son, Michael, who has been demanding tennis lessons for several years. We have finally relented, and I know that a large part of my reluctance is simply because I know what a great difference a good coach can make in a child’s life, and I don’t want to settle for anything less for our son. Plus I have a ghastly fear of being the stereotypical tennis parent! I still have my autographed copy of your book, and I will make sure Michael reads it, regardless of whether he continues with tennis or not, and another generation will benefit from your teachings.

I hope this finds you well and happy. I don’t know if you will respond, or if you will want to, but I wanted you to know how grateful I am that you were such a dominant part of my life.Thank you Mr Murphy”

Sallyanne Fossey

Sallyanne Fossey, Ph.D. D(ABHI) Associate Director D CI Transplant Immunology Laboratory 1616 Hayes Street, Nashville, TN. 37203 2 ISSUE 130 • AUSTRALIAN TENNIS PROFESSIONAL COACHES ASSOCIATION LTD porta e Im nce of h Com T mun TM d icat n ion B la ACN 000 531 082 ACN y Phil Eng

ou can considerably increase your coaching effectiveness. Step 5: Y The tennis coach checks that the objectives in Step 1 were To this end tennis coaches can analyse their own performance achieved ie. Refer to Step 1. by systematically challenging and questioning themselves and listening to their trainees. As well as checking his/her communication performance as above, the effective tennis coach understands and applies Before commencing any lesson on or off the court, tennis deliberate listening skills. Also as well as court activity, the coaches should check their lesson plan from a communication coach should apply better listening technique by being aware perspective by reviewing and assessing in a methodical manner. of:

This includes: 1)Listening skills:

Attending listening (ie. Being there Step 1: for the trainee). Encouraging Clearly and specifically define listening eg. Eye contact, the purpose and outcome of the nodding and acknowledgement. lesson. ie. What are they trying to Reflective listening ie repeating accomplish? eg. Improve ball toss. words. Active listening ie. positive What are the desired outcomes body language. of this communication? eg. Ensure trainees understand how important ball 2)Barriers to effective Listening: toss is in serving by, consequently, playing a Barriers in the sender or in the message set. (assessing physical limitations) eg. traffic noise, next court, talkative trainees or spectators. Step 2: overhead aircraft, temperature and windy conditions.Barriers Select the best method they can use ie. Should it be done in in the channel (checking the medium of communication) eg. an informal or formal way? Should it be with an individual or too far away from trainees, too many trainees, inapropriate a group? Does the coach need to convey it in writing, face-to- training resources, written vs. verbal approach. -Barriers face conversation, demonstration, tennis drill/game or parental in the listener (interpreting behaviour). eg. influence involvement? E.g. Specific skill program, involving ball toss and of other trainees, relatives outside the court, fatigue, benefits. disinterest, skill deficiencies, self esteem and confidence.

Step 3: The effective coach is alert and disciplined in the process Structure the message to reach the objective. ie. Does the coach of communication and is therefore a good listener. To (to the frame of reference of the intended trainee) gear the be even more effective, the tennis coach can follow the message? Is it concise, well organized and complete? Will the guidelines above and be aware of the unusual barriers or trainee understand the reason behind what is to be done? eg. impediments and ensure better communication prevails. Conduct it in the context of service and results (such as playing a set). Also by focusing on feedback (refer to step 4) and using reinforcement responses, the coach can optimise the learning Step 4: experiences in the lesson and maximise the communication and Allow for adequate feedback ie. Is the coach sure that the interaction for all involved. This approach will foster improved trainee/s have the full impact of the message he/she wants to confidence by tennis trainees and encourage long-term convey? Did the coach check to make sure that the instruction or relationships and commitment. message was understood? eg. Encourage questions and observe change and results in service action.

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The following will be of assistance in all lesson E = Explanation planning. Keep it simple and precise. Your explanation may include a brief explanation of the use of the Consider the acronym particular shot being taught.

“IDEAS”. A = Action Stroke production. Ball feed I = Introduction (appropriate to standard of student) with analysis and Introduction of the coach correction of the stroke. to the students and lesson Drills should be used to practice the skill and should be related topic. to game situations as much as possible. Make sure the pace of = Initial Assessment the ball feed suits the students Have all students attempt to ability and level. Class formation. hit a few balls. These attempts There are many to use for ensuring maximum participation (avoid will provide the coach with queue formations) and safety. valuable information regarding the students present level of ability, Error Detection & Correction. Refer ball skills, hand eye co-ordination etc. to common errors in the Supercoach Use knowledged gained from the initial Manual. assessment when attending to that student during the lesson. Note a drill sequence with a single feed is not effective for error detection and D = Demonstration correction. After a correction is suggested, make sure that the student is fed another ball Demonstrate to the class the correct position at least so that the suggested correction can be on court for the particular stroke. Demonstrate attempted. Progression of the skill depends on from a variety of positions so that all may see. the rate of skill acquisition. Demonstrate the shot by hitting the ball. Use cue words to assist in forming a picture for S = Summary the students, of the stroke shape required. Demonstrate often during the lesson. Use direct questioning to gain feedback from students. Be specific and listen for student’s interpretation of what was taught during the lesson. Summarise the major points of the lesson.

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6 ISSUE 130 • AUSTRALIAN TENNIS PROFESSIONAL COACHES ASSOCIATION LTD The Second Serve- Mal Murphy

The second serve is a greatly neglected shot in a beginner It is also logical that if the second serve is taughtTM first, pupil. It should be considered of greater importance than it has more time to develop into a somewhat reliable the first service because of the penalty comparison of the weapon, with no need to change later. When this service two strokes. 000 531 082 ACN is performing well, the first service could be introduced.

When the first service is unsuccessful, the penalty is you It follows then, that if the second service is sound, learning may have one more try. Now for the second serve: If this the first service and performing it in matches will not be a service is not successful, the penalty is one point for your problem. opponent. It follows then that reliability is absolutely essential on the second service. If the second service is reliable, the player is more likely to experiment with the big first serve in a match. If it goes in, We all know that it is great to get that big first serve in that is a bonus and if it is out, that is not a crisis because and cause all kinds of devastation to the opponent. But if it good old reliable, well developed second service is still to fails, and your second serve has been neglected, then your be played. first serve has only got you into trouble. This is because if the second serve hs not been developed properly it will On the other hand, if the first service has been taught first not carry enough placement, control and “venom”. You and the grip is incorrect, the grip must at some stage be must be able to perform it with a reasonable degree of corrected. This is probably done after the student is able consistant depth, placement and speed which will allow to hit lots of seves “in”. you to be in control. Now if the second serve has been neglected we face Why not teach the second serve first? the prospect of changing grips which means making It seems logical, that if the second serve is taught first, adjustments to body movements on both first and it will be able to develop reliability, because it has to be second serves. A daunting task. The student, on missing taught with the correct grip, which allows correct contact the first serve is extremely unlikely to experiment with the ball. The correct serve with the assistance of slight with the second serve. The penalty is just too great. spin to bring the ball down into court needs attention first Article reproduced with the kind permission of Mal Murphy to yor grip. The incorrect grips used rely on gravity alone. Level 3 ATPCA.

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