Interview with Kate Paulus
In this episode, Kate Paulus shares her powerful tennis journey—from picking up a racquet in Kansas City to competing at the Division 1 level at TCU.
She opens up about the emotional toll of injuries, the mental pressure of elite tennis, and how gratitude and perspective helped her through the toughest moments.
Kate also gets candid about hot-button topics like fairness in women's sports and the value of creating safe spaces for all athletes.
This conversation is equal parts real, reflective, and inspiring.
Key topics:
Moving from KC to South Florida to trainPlaying D1 tennis at TCUInjury, medical retirement, and recoveryMental health in junior tennisPressure, comparison, and emotional burnoutThe value of life skills gained through tennisAdvocating for fairness in women’s sportsHer coach’s life-changing advice: “Zoom out.”
HTP Podcast
🎙️ Welcome to the HTP Podcast, Holistic Tennis Performance — where we go beyond just strokes and strategy.
We dive into the real stories behind the players, coaches, and parents—how they started, what they’ve overcome, and how tennis shaped their lives both on and off the court.
We’ve moved beyond mental toughness tips (though you’ll still find plenty of those here!) to now spotlighting authentic, inspiring journeys from players and coaches across all levels.
From late starts and self-taught success to college scholarships and mindset breakthroughs, each episode offers powerful insights, personal growth, and a fresh take on what it means to truly play with heart.
Subscribe, tune in, and be inspired—because every tennis journey matters. 🎙️✨
Disclosure : The following episodes are for educational purposes and isn’t a replacement for professional care. If you’re experiencing mental or physical health issues, please consult a qualified healthcare provider.
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