The International Player Dilemma ft Mikkel Bjerk-Andresen

The International Player Dilemma ft Mikkel Bjerk-Andresen

Author: Lisa Stone May 13, 2026 Duration: 48:28

Welcome to Season 15 Episode 19 of the ParentingAces Podcast! This week, we dive into the player data of Division I college tennis with a former DI golf (yes, golf!) coach from Norway, Mikkel Bjerk-Andresen.

A few weeks ago, Coach Todd Widom texted me an article he had read showing the increasing number of international players on Division I college tennis teams. Given that this has been a recurring topic of conversation since ParentingAces began back in 2011, I sought out the author of the article to dig deeper into what inspired him to do this research and why a Norwegian golf coach was interested in US college tennis data. What I found was extremely eye-opening and pertinent to junior tennis coaches, parents, and players who aspire to play college tennis.

To read Mikkel's article, go to https://racquetmag.beehiiv.com/p/the-disappearing-american-college-tennis-player. To follow his continuing research on Instagram, follow him at https://instagram.com/mikkelgolf. You can also reach him via email at mikkelgolfllc@gmail.com.

Here is another pertinent article from Coach Susan Nardi: https://racketbusiness.com/p/in-the-trenches-the-snowball-is-now-an-avalanche.

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CREDITS

Intro & Outro Music: Morgan Stone aka STØNE

Audio & Video Editing: Lisa Stone


For anyone navigating the complex journey of youth tennis, ParentingAces-The Junior Tennis and College Tennis Podcast serves as an essential weekly conversation. Host Lisa Stone guides these discussions, moving beyond just forehands and backhands to explore the entire pathway a young athlete travels. The focus here is on development, from a child's first swings all the way through the high-stakes juniors circuit and into the nuanced world of college recruiting. Each episode brings a different voice to the table. You'll hear from seasoned coaches, sports psychologists discussing mental resilience, and specialists in fitness and nutrition tailored for athletic growth. Practical topics like navigating technology and equipment or understanding the ever-changing recruiting landscape are broken down with clarity. This isn't just theory; it's actionable insight drawn directly from experts in the field. Whether you're a parent trying to support your child, a player aiming for the next level, or a coach shaping future talent, this podcast offers a trusted resource for the questions that aren't always answered on the court. Lisa's approach creates a space where the challenges and triumphs of building a tennis player are met with experience and genuine understanding.
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