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Former USPTA CEO John Embree Reflects on His Wilson Legacy and Leadership in Tennis

Former USPTA CEO John Embree Reflects on His Wilson Legacy and Leadership in Tennis

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In the second of a two-part series with John Embree, he recounts his pivotal role at Wilson, where he managed contracts for tennis legends including Pete Sampras, Chrissy Evert, Jim Courier, and others, and introduced the successful Wilson U.S. Open tennis ball. He discusses his leadership in developing innovative rackets like the Hammer and Pro Staff. After 17 years at Wilson, John transitioned to the USPTA as CEO, leveraging his for-profit experience to strengthen the organization. He shares his concerns about the aging tennis professional population and emphasizes the importance of adaptability for those entering the industry. Listen in as he reflects on the impact he’s made and the work still to be done in the tennis world.

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