Sandy Farquharson’s Post

Should Padel Coaches in the UK play competitions? There are many people getting qualified in the UK as Padel Coaches or Instructors through various providers. In my experience of delivering Padel coaching qualifications, I would say under 10% of attendees are competing at an appropriate level (outside of their clubs social events or fixed 4s). As we grow Padel in the UK, my opinion is that those interested in becoming a Padel Coach must play appropriate regional / national competitions to improve their own Padel and therefore knowledge of the game. Coaches can learn something from every event they play. There is no such thing as perfect Padel and a lot of times winning ugly is required! Only by playing competitions can Coaches really get under the skin of the game and be able to provide the best insight to their players. Do you agree? #padel #padelcoach #padeladdict #padelUK #padelgrowth #padeltennis #padelteacher #padeltutor

If you're an experienced tennis coach and you want to become a good padel coach, the first step is understanding that it is a different sport! There are too many coaches out there that think “It's just like tennis, so I'm going to teach it just like tennis.” You wouldn't do that in squash though, would you? You wouldn't go from coaching tennis to coaching squash overnight, so you shouldn't do the same with padel. The first step is understanding that it's a different sport. The second is getting a good understanding of the sport; learn it, play competitions, try and improve your game and have coaching yourself in the sport, so that you can understand the technique and tactics of the game. Padel is very different from tennis, so understanding the tactical side of the game is going to be an important building block. Then, the next step is to have good coach education and to understand how to deliver group lessons, and then practice those lessons, but all the time learning the game because that process is going to take years, not just a weekend. Are you a tennis coach interested in coaching padel? Or have you already made the transition? What advice would you give to aspiring padel coaches? #Sport #Padel #PadelTennis #ThePadelSchool #PadelTips #PadelLessons #PaddleTennis #GBpadel #WorldPadelTour #PadelVideos #PadelFun #PremierPadel #CoachPadel #OnlineCoaching

Did you know you can find a Padel coach near you on The Padel Directory ⁉️ TPD are developing the only resource here in the UK where Padel Coaches can : 🔷 Add their qualifications. 🔷 Be found based on location. 🔷 Share any events they’re running. 🔷 Generally promote what they do. As Padel continues to grow, we feel that accessibility of information is key when it comes to ensuring the sport is here to stay! Are you a Padel coach? Get in touch today to find out more 💪🏼 #padel #padelcoach #ukpadel

As Chair of the Eastlink Community Hub, Hamilton's largest sporting hub, which is the home to racquet sports such as badminton, squash, & tennis, the article below on the rise of the popularity pickleball in the USA is an interesting read. As those of us who volunteer in the NFP sporting sector are aware; more people are choosing sports that are quicker to pick up, require less commitment, and are more social, rather than organised sports with fixed time commitments or requirements for teams or high levels of skill. Participation as a driver has become as important as performance. The rising popularity of pickleball here in Waikato is a shining example. The challenge for us involved in traditional racquet sports is to stay relevant and be aware of the emerging variants of our sports that are becoming trendy and a 'disruptor' to our current & traditional sporting models.

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In Janelle Wells, Ph.D. class, we discussed the Olympic landscape and also some of the new sports we have seen in it. There has been a lot of discussion whether or not the sport of pickleball should be included in this global competition. Currently, it is not planned to join the games, but we may see this change in the near future. By looking at the top ten list of growing sports in the world, you can clearly see why surfing and skateboarding were recently added to the games.    1. Pickleball: 171.1%    2. Alpine touring: 115%    3. Winter fat biking: 69.4%    4. Off-course golf: 67.5%    5. Snowboard touring: 59.1%    6. Skateboarding: 38.8%    7. Trail running: 32.4%    8. Tennis: 32.3%    9. Surfing: 28.5%    10. Recreational kayaking: 23.1% However, the top growing sport is not an Olympic sport. I believe that in the next few years, we will see this be announced as a sport in the games. It would help provide increased viewership to the games while also continue to grow the sport of pickleball worldwide. #GlobalWells

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Badminton Horse Trials 2024, loading! We’re just three weeks away from Badminton Horse Trials and I can’t wait to drive through those gates. I’ve been doing sun dances every day in the hope that we can enjoy blue skies and warm weather, Kyle’s putting the finishing touches to his driving sim, and I have lots of drinks, snacks and goodies in stock. If you’re heading to Badminton, here are all the reasons why you should come and visit us at 172 Swangrove Street: ●    For answers to all your tech questions, no matter how small or silly you think they are. Not sure where to start getting a new website? We can help! No idea how to get emails for your business that don’t end with @hotmail.com. We got you! Worried about data security, well we can help with that too! ●    To win a website! We’re giving away a bespoke WordPress website to one lucky person. If you know that a website would take your business to a whole new level, you know what to do! Come to the stand, scan the QR code, enter and keep everything crossed that you win! ●    The chance to show off your driving skills! After two years of bringing the VR headset to Badminton, we’re changing it up for a driving simulator. Kyle is VERY excited about this, and we hope you enjoy it! ●    Have a go on our new online quiz, the marquee will have 3 ipads set up for you to have a try on our simple 7 question quiz - prizes to be won if you get all the questions right! We always see so many friendly faces at Badminton, including past and current customers, and it’s the perfect chance to stop in for a catch up. #peoplebuyfrompeople #techinperson #equinebusiness #badmintonhorsetrials2024 #countdown #visitus #technology #website

The latest changes to Badminton Canada’s junior rankings pose new challenges for athletes navigating their competitive pathways. In my latest Substack post, I explore the data behind these changes and offer insights on what’s working—and what might need rethinking. #DataAnalysis #BadmintonCanada #SportDevelopment #badminton #data