On Episode 26 we welcome Emma Wells. Emma and I dive into everything that is junior tennis and how proper coaching impacts junior development. Emma is head of PTR (Professional Tennis Registry) for the UK, and she is the first female to hold this international director position. With over 17 years of experience in the Sports and Leisure industry she has made a significant impact in both public and private sector as well as sports development. She is the sole owner of Emma Wells Tennis, a successful Tennis Club in Wimbledon Park which has over 700 weekly players and operates 365 days a year. Earlier this year she expanded and opened a sister site in Roehampton (London) with a team of 6 full time coaches. As an experienced tutor and a trainer for the LTA and PTR and has worked closely with the LTA in developing & rolling out Tennis For Kids program from 2015-18 as well as managing the implementation of other LTA programs. 
Emma is a public speaker and has delivered several international symposiums for PTR, she has delivered clinics for the USTA at the National Campus as well as speaking at other events including The Tennis Australia 2023 Virtual Conference, Evolve 9, WTCA, Coach the Coaches, etc. She has worked with Women’s Health Magazine and was interviewed live on national TV on different occasions. Her most recent appearances were on ITV This Morning show with over 1 million viewers and BBC, which broadcasted the Cinch Championship Draw in Emma's newest venue earlier this year. Emma's biggest passion is junior development and seeing players new to tennis, gain the love for the game and ultimately be able to play the sport for life!