Austin Tennis Academy

06/07/2026

Readiness does not begin when the first ball is struck. It starts with how players arrive, prepare, and settle into the day. This week begins by noticing what helps attention get organized before play begins.

06/06/2026

Visualize your routine holding when the score tightens. Not perfect play. Not perfect emotion. Just the same steady actions repeated when pressure tries to pull attention away. That is how routines become reliable.

06/05/2026

A cue gives attention somewhere specific to go. It might be the target, the strings, the breath, or the first step. When pressure rises, one clear cue can keep the moment from becoming too large.

06/05/2026

Best wishes to all Austin Tennis Academy players competing in the Texas Slam this weekend in Plano.

The Texas Junior Sectional Championships is the biggest event on the Texas junior tennis calendar, and we’re proud of every ATA player stepping onto the court to compete, learn, and represent themselves, their families, and the academy.

Compete hard. Stay present. Support each other.

And remember: your sportsmanship is something you get to control.

Have a successful experience, ATA!

06/04/2026

The small habits often matter more than they look like they should. Breath, posture, preparation, and recovery all help players stay connected to the work. Appreciating those small habits helps players trust them.

06/03/2026

The walk between points is part of the routine. It gives players time to breathe, release the last point, and prepare for the next one. A steady walk can become a quiet reset button.

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

Routines work because they are repeatable. When players practice the same small actions with intention, those actions become anchors under pressure. Consistency starts before the ball is struck.

05/31/2026

Focus returns more easily when players have a familiar path back to it. This week begins by noticing the routines that help attention settle. A good routine gives players somewhere to return when the match gets noisy.

05/30/2026

We’re proud to celebrate ATA alumna Caroline Wernli on her acceptance to McGovern Medical School.

Caroline’s next step is an incredible achievement, and we’re excited to see her begin the journey toward becoming a physician. We love seeing ATA athletes carry their discipline, commitment, and work ethic into the next chapter of life.

Please join us in congratulating Caroline on this amazing accomplishment. We’re so proud of you and can’t wait to see all that’s ahead.

Congratulations, Caroline! 👏🎉