Kamau Murray chats with Michael Parks, father of rising American star Alycia Parks, about his family's journey in pro tennis. Parks details the unconventional way his daughter discovered the game, the challenges & adversity they've experienced, and the powerful influence & advice that helped his family along the way. The former professional basketball player also offers his thoughts on how to incorporate education into a junior tennis career, why faith is a driving force in his family's life, and what the next steps are for his daughter after breaking into the Top 50.
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