The Functional Tennis Podcast

Author: Fabio Molle

Presented by Fabio Molle, The Functional Tennis Podcast is a downloadable audio show featuring weekly interviews with players, coaches, trainers, tennis parents and experts working at the highest level of tennis.
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Is College Tennis In Trouble? with ITA CEO Dave Mullins
Episode 276
Monday, 25 May, 2026

College tennis has never been stronger on court… but behind the scenes, major changes are happening.In this episode, I’m joined by ITA CEO Dave Mullins to break down what’s really going on in US college tennis right now.We discuss NIL deals, players getting paid, why some universities are cutting tennis programmes, and whether the current system is sustainable long term.We also chat about:Why more international players are choosing the college pathwayHow college tennis is producing stronger ATP and WTA players than everThe growing financial pressures inside college athleticsWhy Olympic sports are under threatThe future of NCAA tennisWhat players and parents should know before choosing the college routeWhether you’re a junior player, parent, coach, or tennis fan, this episode gives a real insight into one of the biggest shifts happening in tennis development today.