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#43 Rob Krizek: Coaching with character & the Padel wave is here!

In this podcast, get insights into the padel boom from two industry experts. Squash Radio welcomes Rob Krezik, a seasoned coach in many racquet sports!
 
Key takeaways:
 
Team Culture: Learn about the importance of integrating players into a positive and nurturing environment.
 
Youth Dynamics: Techniques and tactics to successfully guide teen players in today's intense sports climate.
 
Padel in the United States: Where is it now and where is it going?
 
Rob offers a deep dive into his coaching philosophy and how he connects with teenage players. He emphasizes sportsmanship and character as top priorities, crucial qualities for young athletes facing today's intense sports environment.
 
Rob delves into his coaching mindset, influenced by iconic mentors like Paul Assaiante. With years of expertise, he prioritizes forming genuine connections with players and fostering a positive team environment.
 
Both Rob and Conor share their palpable enthusiasm for padel, describing it as the "purest" racket sport and they talk about the growth for the Sport. Additionally, find out which major US cities are on the verge of becoming the next big hubs for padel.
 
 
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Round-Up (TBD): #32 No problem in Houston for El-Tayeb but could injuries impact U.S. Open Draws?

DISCUSSED: Conor , PJ, and Bill recap Nour El Tayeb’s dominating performance at the South Western Open and preview next weeks Platinum US Open in Philadelphia. 
ROUND UP:
Don’t let the "Zero to sulk”  in less than one minute. (a new record)  Is that a new record?"
If you like heated debates, bold predictions, and big personalities, don’t miss the latest edition of The Roundup podcast. Hosts Conor O’Malley, PJ Paul Johnson, and Bill Buckingham come out swinging, sharing impassioned takes on the upcoming U.S. Open draws, controversial player behaviors, and more.
Bill Buckingham immediately ruffles feathers, declaring he’ll sit back and let the others talk this episode. “Zero to sulk in less than one minute. That’s a new record,” Conor quips, as PJ encourages Bill not to pout. The banter kicks off right from the start.
The hosts dive into the Houston Open, praising the hospitality and venue upgrades prepping for the World Juniors event. PJ and Bill spar over whether multiple coaches in Nour El Tayeb’s corner goes against the rules.
Looking ahead to the U.S. Open, Conor and PJ predict another dominant performance from Ali Farag, while Bill goes against the grain, calling for a Paul Coll or Diego Elias upset win. In the women’s draw, they dissect the impact of Nour El Gohar’s injury and chances for the likes of Amanda Sobhy and Joelle King.
Bill even shares a hot insider rumor on Farida Mohammed ditching college squash for the pro tour. Tune in to see whether PJ and Conor give the gossip any credence.
If you like unfiltered, fast-paced squash talk complete with shocking predictions, humorous verbal jabs, and fiery opinions, don’t miss this electric episode of The Roundup.
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Round-Up (TBD): #31 BUCKSHOT - Houston Welcomes the World

In a special Buckshot episode, Bill speaks with Jahanzeb Khan, a Club Owner & Promoter, about the announcement that the Houston Squash Club will host the 2024 Junior World Championships. For the first time, both the men’s and women’s team events will run concurrently!
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The Legend & the Legacy - Dave Talbott on THE BREAK DOWN (TBD): #8

This past week, Dave Talbott, our friend, and a legendary figure in squash, sadly passed away at the age of 71.  We recorded this podcast with Dave in 2021 shortly after his retirement from Yale University, where he served as Head Coach for 38 years. Personally and professionally, the imprint Dave made on our lives and our sport will endure.  His memories, stories and laughter will live on and he will never be forgotten.
For when you want to hear his voice, we hope you can listen to this and share a smile like we did. 
 
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Round-Up (TBD): #30 Qatar lessons - A Recap of the PSA’s Second Platinum Face-Off

Farag’s historic dominance, El Hammamy’s resurgence, Lobban’s ascendency, El Shorbagy’s “return”! Conor , Bill and PJ, yes PJ, roundup all the action in Doha!
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Round-Up (TBD): #29 Midnight in Paris! El-Sherbini reclaims #1 & Farag takes home the crown!

Conor and Bill recap the first platinum event of the PSA season: El Sherbini and Farag continued domination of the tour, an epic El Shorbagy rant, and is Nouran Gohar the new Asal? 
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Round-Up (TBD): #28 Seasons Greetings: Paris, Asal, Olympics & Super Coaches!

The PSA tour is back and so is “The Rundown”. Conor and Bill rehash their summer break, lament the absence of PJ,  look forward to the season, what Olympic inclusion would look like, who they think might make “ the leap” and how coaching two top ten players may turn awkward!
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Round-Up (TBD): #27 ”It’s Official” with guest Lee Drew (Head of World Squash Officiating)

The Roundup welcomes the head of world's squash officiating, Lee Drew.  In this episode we discuss the Olympics, full time professional referees on tour, Mostafa Asal and an email query from someone who may or may not be Nouran Gohar!
 
LINK: https://worldsquashofficiating.com/
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