The Padel School Podcast
Welcome to The Padel School Podcast – hosted by brothers Tom and Sandy Farquharson, former tennis pros turned padel coaches.
Our mission is simple: to give every padel player clear, world-class coaching so you can unlock your full potential on court. From technique to tactics, mindset to matchplay, we share the lessons we wish we’d had.
Whether you're just starting out or chasing a competitive edge — this is your home for better padel.
We’ve also created a library of resources for all padel players — from beginners to competitors — to help transform your game.
The Padel Player’s Guide Book: https://thepadelschool.com/the-padel-players-guide
Online Training Platform (7-Day Free Trial) : https://thepadelschool.com/
The Drill Book: https://thepadelschool.com/drill-book
Free Equipment Guide: https://improve.thepadelschool.com/equipment-guide
Episodes
141 episodes
Why You’re Not Improving at Padel (And How to Fix It)
It’s the golden question players ask us all the time — in clinics, on our platform, and even after matches: “Why have I stopped improving?”The truth is, most players experience 6–9 months of steady progress before they hit the d...
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17:19
The SECRET Pros Know About Training
Think you have to book lessons to improve your padel? Think again. In this episode, we break down why recreational players don’t need a coach to train like a pro—and how you can take control of your own improvement.From ball mac...
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10:18
How To NEVER Let Your Partner Down
In this episode, Tom and Sandy dive into one of the toughest parts of padel: how to truly support your partner and bring the best out of each other on court. Whether you’re new to the game and worried about letting someone down, or you’ve been ...
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12:21
Crack the Americano Code: Secrets to Finishing on the Top Court
How do you win your next Americano? Whether it’s a social rotation at your club or a competitive mix-in, everyone’s chasing that elusive goal — finishing on the top court.In this episode, Sandy and Tom break down exactly ...
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14:27
REVEALED: Which Racket Sports Transition Best to Padel?
In this episode, Sandy and Tom are back together after busy weeks of training and travel — including Sandy’s three-week road trip across the US to explore padel in Charlotte, Philadelphia, New York, and Boston. They dive into how the sport is d...
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17:14
Finishing with Composure: Mastering the Art of Closing Points
In this episode, Sandy and Tom dive into one of their favourite topics from advanced and tactical sessions—how to finish points effectively. While it’s tempting to go for the spectacular winner, they explain why the smartest way to close...
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18:28
What We Can (and Can’t) Copy from the Pros
In this episode, Tom and Sandy dive into a topic that sparks a lot of questions from recreational players—grip changes and technique variation in padel.From how top players handle low balls with wristy flicks to those who s...
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14:33
Holding Serve: How to Win More of Your Service Games
We’re back with another episode, and this time we’re diving into a question that’s come up a lot in recent conversations with our players: how can I win more of my service games?It’s simple—if you hold serve more often, you give y...
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10:01
Why All Players Need "The 80% Volley"
Tom and Sandy are back from Madrid, and in this episode, they share their experiences at the FIP Euro Padel Cup. For Tom, it was his first time competing for Team GB, while Sandy was there coaching the team through an inten...
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26:29
Routines for Peak Performance: On and Off the Padel Court
In this episode, Tom and Sandy dive into the power of routines both on and off the court, and why they’re such a crucial part of achieving peak performance. While many players think of routines only as warm-ups before a match, there’s so...
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20:21
Adapting Your Game From Indoors To Outdoors
In this episode, Sandy catches up with Tom to recap his recent tournament in Holland and look ahead to what’s next on the calendar. Fresh off a solid week training with the Dutch team and competing in the Utrecht FIP, Tom shares w...
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17:58
Valladolid Premier Recap with Gonza Oubiña
In this very special episode, Sandy is joined by Gonsa Ubenia, his co-commentator during the majors and a familiar voice as a Premier Padel commentator throughout the season. Together, they break down the latest tournament, sharin...
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24:15
The Power of Resilience in Padel
Fresh off the mic in Rome, Sandy returns after another exciting week commentating Premier Padel for Red Bull TV. In this episode, he and Tom reflect on what stood out—from the contrast between indoor vs outdoor play, to the...
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19:39
Why Drilling Matters: The Key to Long-Term Progress in Padel
In this episode, we shine a light on a crucial—but sometimes underappreciated—part of player development: drilling. While matchplay is fun and exciting, it’s focused, repetitive practice that builds the consistency, confidence, and contr...
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16:25
What the Pros Do Best: Patience Wins at Every Level
Sandy’s just returned from commentating at Premier Padel Buenos Aires for Red Bull TV, and he’s jumping straight into a chat with Tom about what they saw courtside at the highest level of the game.Despite the pace, power, a...
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21:49
How to COMMUNICATE with your partner!
In this episode, we talk about one of the most important—but often overlooked—aspects of padel: partner communication during the point. Specifically, how do you get your partner to move forward with you when it’s the right moment in the ...
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12:35
On-Court: Drills, Tactics, and Takeaways
🎙️ Inside GB Training: Tom & Sandy Live on Drills, Tactics & TakeawaysJoin Tom and Sandy live on the community platform as they share insights from their recent GB training sessions, diving into the drills ...
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27:43
Should You Listen to Other Players' "Coaching" Tips?
We’ve all been there—mid-match or post-point, and someone offers you unsolicited advice. But should you actually listen to coaching tips from other players? In this episode, we explore the fine line between helpful insight and well-meani...
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13:23
Are Padel Coaches just Ball Machines? And what's the difference?
In this episode, we dive into how coaching and ball machine training can work hand-in-hand to accelerate your padel development. While a coach gives you feedback, structure, and correction, the ball machine offers repetition, consistency...
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21:39
The Lob: Your Most Underrated Weapon in Padel
In this episode, we shine a spotlight on one of the most important—yet often underestimated—shots in padel: the lob. Far from just a defensive move, the lob can completely shift the momentum of a point when used with intention.We’...
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15:45
Courtside in Qatar: Sandy Breaks Down Premier Padel 2025
In this episode, Sandy shares his experience commentating live from Premier Padel 2025 in Qatar for Red Bull TV. With world-class matches, high-stakes moments, and electric crowd energy, Sandy takes us behind the scenes of what it...
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19:44
Competing Like a Pro—Without Training Like One
In this episode, we tackle a common challenge: how to perform your best in tournaments when you can't train like a full-time athlete. For most players, busy schedules and limited court time are a reality—but that doesn't mean you can't c...
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13:54
Mastering the Chiquita: Small Shot, Big Impact
In this episode, we break down one of padel’s most subtle yet effective weapons—the Chiquita. This soft, low shot can completely disrupt your opponents' rhythm and open up the court when used at the right moment.We’ll dive into wh...
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18:04
How & When to Change Your Padel Technique
In this episode, we take you inside our Padel Holiday in Tenerife, sharing the best moments, key lessons, and why these getaways are a game-changer for players looking to improve while having fun.Then, we tackle an often-overlooked ...
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17:14
Play First vs. Learn First: What’s the Best Approach in Padel?
When picking up padel, should you jump straight into playing, or take time to learn the fundamentals first? In this episode, we explore the Play First vs. Learn First debate and how each approach shapes your development as a player.<...
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