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Intercollegiate Tennis AssociationAuthor: Intercollegiate Tennis Association
The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) is the governing body of college tennis and a coaches association, both an advocate and an authority for the sport and its members. The ITA is committed to serving college tennis and returning the leaders of tomorrow while promoting both the athletic and academic achievements of the collegiate tennis community. The ITA, founded in 1956, is comprised of more than 2,000 mens and womens varsity tennis teams representing more than 1,250 institutions, while administering numerous regional and national championships, and the ITA/Tennis Point College Tennis Rankings for 20,000 college varsity student-athletes across five levels of play. The ITA also bolsters an industry leading awards program for players and coaches to honor excellence in academics, leadership, and sportsmanship. Keep up with all of the excitement around college tennis by visiting WeAreCollegeTennis.com and following the ITA on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok, and LinkedIn. Language: en Genres: Education, Sports, Tennis Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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ITA Coaches Podcast - What Makes A Great Coach featuring Drake Bernstein
Episode 39
Tuesday, 27 October, 2026
In the latest ITA Coaches Podcast, University of Georgia head coach Drake Bernstein shares valuable lessons from his journey in college tennis, including the importance of mentorship, community, and personal growth. Drawing from his experience as a Georgia student-athlete and the influence of his coaching mentors, Drake discusses how relationships and family should remain priorities in coaching. He also opens up about the challenges of becoming a head coach, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and preparing for the demands of leadership. Reflecting on his early success and national championships, Drake explains why continuous learning and improvement matter more than accolades alone. For aspiring coaches, his message is clear: prioritize your team, build meaningful relationships, and remember that the best coaching often happens behind the scenes.
