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    Fundamentals: USTA CEO Michael Dowse

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    Sep 22, 2020 | 09:47 am
    UPDATED Sep 25, 2020 | 11:17 am

    Welcome to the latest episode of Fundamentals with Ian Thomas, a Front Office Sports interview show featuring leading operators and voices of the sports industry.

    In our first episode back from summer hiatus, we’re joined by Michael Dowse — CEO and Executive Director of USTA.

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