Louisville's Mark Beckham on college coaching

In this episode, we sit down with Mark Beckham, who shares his inspiring journey from college tennis player to head coach of the women's team at his alma mater, the University of Louisville. Born and raised in Louisville, Mark reflects on the unique experience of coaching where he once played and the pride he feels representing his hometown. Coach Beckham discusses the evolution of college tennis, the complexities of blending transfer students with freshmen and the challenges of recruiting in today's competitive landscape. Mark also shares his deep connection to Louisville sports, growing up a fan of the Cardinals and how legends like Arthur Ashe inspired his tennis career.