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Being injured sucks! This episode comes fully loaded with ways to manage daily aches and pains, help prepare you for the court day in and day out and even rehab and deal with injuries! With a mission to provide you with effective natural solutions to take charge of your daily wellness, Therabody has combined education, innovation, and over a decade of pioneering within the tech wellness space to make wellness more accessible for everybody. Today, the Founder & Chief Wellness Officer of Therabody, Dr. Jason Wersland, joins us to explain what that means for us tennis players! Joining in on the conversation is WTA Pro, Kristie Ahn, who has dealt with her fair share of injuries and setbacks on and off the court and is always trying to approach tennis with a healthy mindset. In this episode, we learn all about the best ways to utilize Theragun as a warm-up and recovery tool and ask all sorts of questions to be sure we are educated and can show up day in and day out as athletes at any level! ➤Shop Theragun at Tennis Warehouse: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Therabody/catpage-THERABODY.html ➤Learn more about Therabody: https://www.theragun.com/us/en-us/home ➤Follow Dr. J: https://www.instagram.com/drjasonwersland/?hl=en ➤Follow Kristie Ahn: https://www.instagram.com/kahn1/?hl=en ➤Follow Therabody: https://www.instagram.com/therabody/?hl=en Questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at [email protected] Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

This episode is sure to leave a smile on your face and leave you feeling motivated to chase your dreams. This is the story of Lebelo Mosehle, a tennis player who's life has changed due to his passion and love for tennis paired with his determined discipline to succeed in life. He started playing tennis at the age of 6 in Lesotho, Africa. His family of 5 lived off an $80 salary. Lebelo was first introduced to tennis when he would find stray balls at courts and sell them until finally the local coach encouraged him to try the sport; he was a natural. In this episode, Lebelo tells his story and elaborates on the adversities he's faced. From only getting one pair of shoes a year and playing barefoot and bloody, to arriving to the United States in the wrong city with $20 in his pocket, this man's story is inspiring! Now, he runs a Tennis Academy in Florida and encourages and inspires players of all ages to have fun and accomplish anything they dare to dream! Follow Lebelo on Instagram: at iam_lebelo Check out Lebelo's Academy: https://www.tampatennislessons.com Questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us! Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse 🇪🇺 TW Europe 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS Happy Hitting!

And they're back for part 2! Crawford Lindsey and Jonathan Wolfe return to our podcast to talk more about the science and tennis behind all things tennis! We take a deep dive into power potential, spin, string set ups and even get some of your questions answered! Check out the Tennis Warehouse University: http://twu.tennis-warehouse.com Have a question for the TW Professor?! Ask it here: [email protected] Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

There are so many tennis balls on the market, which ones should you buy?! Troy and Michelle go balls to the wall as they break down everything you ever wanted to know about that fuzzy, yellow ball that we all love chasing around the court! They take a deep dive into all things TENNIS BALLS whether it is explaining their construction and defining a "needle punch ball" vs. a "woven" ball to explaining the differences between "premium" and "champ" balls, the Tennis Warehouse team helps break it down! We even divulge if there is in fact a 'vegan' ball on the market! ➤LIMITED TIME FREE SHIPPING on Tecnifibre Balls: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Tecnifibre_Court_Tennis_Ball_24_Can_Case/descpageTFUSA-TECCRTBALL.html ➤Shop Tennis Balls and tennis ball deals: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Tennis_Balls/catpage-TBALLS.html More questions?! Email us or leave it in a review: [email protected] Shop tennis deals with us all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

They're back! Crawford Lindsey and Jonathan Wolfe return to our podcast to talk more about the science and tennis behind all things tennis! We take a deep dive into "feel" and how players might speak about feel in terms of what they experience on the court. And is it something we can measure in the lab?! Check out the Tennis Warehouse University! Have a question for the TW Professor?! Email us! Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse 🇪🇺 TW Europe 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS Happy Hitting!

April is World Autism Month and we are helping spread the word about this awesome organization: ACEing Autism is on a mission for children with autism to grow, develop and benefit from social connections and fitness through affordable tennis programming, uniquely serving individual needs while filling a national void for this growing and worthy population. In this episode, co-founder, Richard Spurling, joins us to explain how ACEing Autism began, how it has dealt with the pandemic and how to get involved! ACEing Autism aims to be the preeminent thought leader on how tennis and sport develops children with autism spectrum disorder by reaching 50% of the 1M+ families in the autism community and helping them become aware of ACEing Autism, while impacting an increasing percentage of those reached with ACEing’s unique programming. Learn More: https://aceingautism.org/ DONATE NOW: https://aceingautism.z2systems.com/np/clients/aceingautism/donation.jsp Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/aceingautism/ Questions?! Comments? Email us! Shop with us all over the WORLD 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse 🇪🇺 TW Europe 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS Happy Hitting!

Tennis lessons are Life Lessons. And they can also improve your game. Roy Barth joins us to talk about his tennis journey: he shares everything from growing up in San Diego; to playing for UCLA; to how he became a pro and his life on tour; to who his toughest losses were against and even explains how he became director of the No. 1 tennis resort in the world. He also gives us some tips to use ON the court and keeps things simple. Get your notebook out and get ready to get your learn on with this chat! Buy Roy's book, Point of Impact: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-POIBARTH.html (use code TALKT for 15% off) Check out Roy's website: https://www.roybarth.com Shop with us all over the WORLD 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

In this episode, we piece together two chats with Oakley Foy, co-founder of Racquet War, a destination tennis tournament weekend experience for players of all levels who love to compete and travel! Having recorded one part of this episode before the pandemic, Oakley explains all about his tournament weekends that take place all over the country while the other half of this episode is a check-in with Oakley to hear how Racquet War is back up and operating safely in 2021 providing tennis experiences for people who love to play tennis and make new friends! Using a 'Waterfall Bracket' format, these weekends have been developed with the players in mind, allowing everyone to play with a partner of their choice; and their rankings just don't matter! Offering draws in Women’s and Mixed Doubles and not by division, players don’t have to worry about being forced to play up or down because there aren’t enough people in their division. Finally, all teams are guaranteed a minimum of four matches over the weekend. Entering 2021, there have been over 4,000 unique Racquet War players and over 180 of those players have played in 5 or more events. The history of Racquet War continues to be written on a yearly basis, with not only a lot of great memories, but a multitude of great friendships. ➤Learn more and book a weekend away: https://racquetwar.com Questions? Comments? Want to continue the conversation?! Leave us a review or send us an email [email protected] Shop Tennis Gear: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Kristie Ahn joins us to talk all about her new puppy...and her new racquet, the Babolat Pure Drive! She gives us an insight as to why she skipped the Australian swing and spent some quality time in Korea, how she ended up with an absolutely, adorable new puppy and why it was time for a change when it came to gear! She gets into the nitty gritty on her demo process from everything on her history with racquets, to what led her to a bigger more powerful racquet and which frames she demo'd! ➤Follow Kristie Ahn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kahn1/?hl=en ➤on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kristieahn?lang=en ➤Start your own demo: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/demoprogram.html ➤Check out the 2021 Babolat Pure Drive: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Babolat_Pure_Drive_2021/descpageRCBAB-BRPDR.html Questions? Comments? Want to continue the conversation?! Leave us a review or send us an email [email protected] Shop Tennis Gear: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We get it, normally this time of the year, most of us are under the palm tress in that SoCal desert sun watching our favorite pros compete in Tennis Paradise. But, with COVID-19, the BNP Paribas Open just isn't happening in March. So we want to bring you all the TW + BNP vibes to you virtually! Troy and Mark Boone join Michelle to reminisce about their favorite parts of the BNP Paribas Open including chatting and talking to YOU! They also do their best to recreate the demo experience in a virtual way! Start your demo order here: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/demoprogram.html 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Confused about Nike Tennis Shoes?! Unsure if you should try the new React Vapor NXT? Want to learn more about the new Vapor Pro? We've got you covered! Chris and Troy join Michelle to take a deep dive into the high performing tennis shoes from Nike including an in depth chat on the React Vapor NXT and how it has been playtesting. They also give a sneak peek into the Vapor Pro (which will be out on March 19th!). And they talk through the full line of Nike tennis shoes so you know what shoes are going to remain in the line and which ones might go away sometime soon! Questions?! Email us or leave us a review: [email protected] Shop Men's Nike Tennis Shoes: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Nike_Tennis_Shoes/catpage-MSNIKE.html Shop Women's Nike Tennis Shoes: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Nike_Womens_Tennis_Shoes/catpage-WSNIKE.html 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

New racquets from Prince are here! And our playtesters take a deep dive to tell you all about the new Prince Ripstick and Synergy 98! From a super powerful racquet to a unique new string pattern, our team talks about the good and challenging aspects of both of these new, modern frames! Prince Ripstick 100: With this racquet Prince has created a powerful modern player's racquet with above average comfort for the breed. At 11.2 ounces strung, the Ripstick is not only fast enough for intermediate players, it also packs a near 330 swingweight, giving it enough stability and plow through to tempt the more advanced ball striker. This racquet's comfortable feel comes partly from the extra large O-Ports that surround the hitting area. Prince has delivered an impressive weapon to intermediate players in search of power. The arm-friendly comfort is a nice bonus. Prince Synergy 98: An impressive weapon with controllable power and outstanding feel. At 11.4 ounces strung this stick is mobile enough for intermediates, but it also packs a beefy 330+ RDC swingweight, which means it has enough stability and plow through for the advanced ball striker. In addition to its control-oriented 98 square inch head, this racquet has an 18x18 string pattern, giving it impressive precision when driving the ball through the court. Other features include a uniquely textured aerodynamic surface (for easier acceleration) along with a CTS beam, which is thinner in the shaft (for better feel) and thicker in the head (for extra power and stability). Experienced players looking for a stable player's racquet with outstanding feel and controllable power should love this one. Questions?! Comments?! Leave a review or email us at [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

When it comes to working in the tennis industry, Charlie Fox has a pretty awesome gig! Owner of Sift Creative, Charlie spends his days working with many of the top ATP Pros creating content and producing videos allowing tennis fanatics like us to get a closer look at everything from life on tour, to tournament overviews and even behind the scenes to see what life is like off the court with some of our favorite players. In 2020, after the ATP and WTA Tour came to a halt, his team even helped create the Tennis United series combining players from both tours from the present and the past to come together and chat all things tennis on weekly Zoom calls. In this episode, Charlie talks all about his passion for the sport while working with top players like Roger Federer, Juan Martin del Potro, Dominic Thiem, Nick Kyrgios, the Bryan Brothers and so many more! He discusses how his team has pivoted with Covid-19 and what the 2021 calendar looks for him and tells some of his favorite stories from the tour! Having been to about 150+ tennis tournaments over the past several years, here are just a few examples of content Charlie and his team have produced: US Open Media Day Offseason Del Potro in Tandil Mouth Prank Carnival Learn more about Sift Creative: siftcreative.com Questions?! Comments?! Leave a review or email us at [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

In this episode, our playtesters go to great lengths to talk about all things extended tennis racquets! Everything from the advantages and disadvantages of using a longer frame; to what pros are using (or have used) extended racquets; to what their current favorite extended racquet is right now (and from the past). We also answer some of your questions on the topic, like, how long does it take to adjust to a longer racquet? And do you alter your string set up with an extended racquet? Questions?! Comments?! Leave a review or email us at [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

The Australian Open is here! And we are so excited to talk all things pro tennis! So much so that we are a bit out of practice and feel a bit scattered as we get to talk about the 1st Grand Slam of 2021! Our playtesters from California and Australia talk all things tennis in Australia -- like who their favorite pros were to keep up with during quarantine as well as who switched into new gear! They also make bold (or not so bold) predictions on who will be victorious at the end of the next two weeks in Melbourne! Who do you think will win the AO 2021?! Shop Picky Bars with Danielle Lao's Promo: www.pickybars.com Use Promo Code: DANIELLESENTME for 20% off and 10% donated to NEDA 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Are you looking to add the most bite and spin to your shots?! Looking for the best string for the MOST amount of spin?! We've got you covered! Jaye, Troy and Michelle talk all about what makes a string spin friendly and what their absolute favorite strings are when it comes to getting the most rotations on the ball! Shop Strings: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/stringcontent.html Kirschbaum Flash: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-KFLASH.html Questions? Comments? Let us know what YOU want to hear more of in 2021 by leaving us a review or email: [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Vania King has accomplished a lot as a professional tennis player! She's reached a career high ranking of #3 in the world, she's won 2 Grand Slam titles, she's served on the WTA Player Council and so much more. But as she begins to transition off the WTA due to an injury that just won't heal, she's finding passion, love and new beginnings off tour as she embarks on a new project. Founded in 2019, Vania has created a non-profit organization called Serving Up Hope. Her goal and mission is to develop the social and physical skills of underprivileged children through tennis. Currently with programs established in Kampala, Uganda and Santiago, Chile her team is working to educate communities while providing and maintaining tennis programs and allowing at-risk kids the chance to learn and play the sport we all love. In this episode we talk all about her upcoming retirement from the WTA; how the idea of Serving Up Hope emerged, the challenges she faces as she navigates this amazing project, how she is changes lives with tennis and everything in between. Learn more: https://www.servinguphope.org/ DONATE: https://www.servinguphope.org/donate Questions? Comments? Let us know what YOU want to hear more of in 2021 by leaving us a review or email: [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Martin Schaeffl,Product Test Manager for HEAD Racquet Sports and Ralf Schwenger, Director of R&D for HEAD Racquet Sports join Tennis Warehouse to talk all about the 2021 HEAD Radical and the evolution of this popular line of tennis racquets! From playtesting feedback to walking us through every Radical ever made, we get an insider look at what it takes to create a successful racquet for players of all levels! Inide the episode: 0:0:53 Introduction to HEAD Team: Who are Ralf and Martin Intro & how they work together between Product Management and R&D Product Creation 0:7:00 What makes this RADICAL update new and different from previous versions 0:13:14 What sets the Radical apart and WHO should be playing with Head Radical Racquets 0:16:40 Radical Playtest Feedback 0:17:48 Radical Oversize trends from the past and how this oversized trend has changed 0:21:10 HEAD Radical Origin Story 0:23:24 All of the HEAD Radical Racquets Explained, racquet by racquet 0:33:30 String pattern discussion around the Radical Pro 0:37:30 Feedback and Testing re: 2021 Radicals 0:39:20 Playtesting feedback from Pro Players 0:41:33 Sneak Peek into HEAD 2021 and the creation of new products 0:45:20 Playtester Perspective on new Radical update 0:48:32 Shout Out to all the players looking for the “Old feel” of older Radical Racquets 0:50:30 If the Radical were a car, what car would it be... 0:53:41 The rise of the drop shot and more tennis geek chatter 1:00:50 Classic HEAD racquet call out and props on the re-release of the Head Pro Tour 2.0 “celebrate HEAD's history and legacy” Check out the NEW Radical Racquets: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/HEAD_Radical_Tennis_Racquets/catpage-YOUTEK.html Head Brandography: https://youtu.be/H1ORLxAQEg8 Head 2021 Graphene 360+ Radical Pro Review: https://youtu.be/jtf0Scri8dM Head 2021 Graphene 360+ Radical MP Review: https://youtu.be/3pNbkD01JQo 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Michelle and Troy kick 2021 off by checking in and digging into what is currently going on in the Tennis World! And they are so excited that tennis is BACK on the ATP and WTA Tour! They chat about everything from the most recent tournaments on the calendar, to info on the off-site Australian Open Qualifying + Australian Open info quarantine info and even the latest on the pros who will and will not be on the courts in Melbourne. They also dig into some info on the latest gear and what they are looking forward to in the first quarter of 2021! Don't miss the fun stat about the average age on the ATP Tour plus some gabbing about Federer, Clijsters, Daria Gavrilova, Gems Life, who they think will break out this year and more! Plus, be sure to let us know what YOU want to hear more of in 2021 by leaving us a review or email: [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Hayley Carter just completed the best year of her career. Playing in all of the 2020 Grand Slams, winning doubles titles and reaching a career high ranking despite playing through one of the most challenging years on tour -- she still found success. Yet through it all she was doubting her form and didn't completely trust her racquet. In this episode, Hayley talks to us about why she wanted to switch racquets and how exactly she made her switch from the Babolat Pure Aero to the Head Extreme MP. She walks us through what her demo process looked like and why this new racquet is such a great fit for her as she enters the 2021 season. She also talks about some of the ways she changed her perspective on demoing new gear and some shoe battles she's having as well! Be sure to follow Hayley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayleyncarter And listen to her previous episode: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/podcast/?ccode=TTEP006 Questions?! Comments?! Email us [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We often get asked what is the BEST way to fuel your body if you are a tennis player?! And while none of us are dietitians or doctors, we all have been tennis players for most of our lives and have spent some time trying to figure out the best way to fuel our bodies for high levels of performance for hours on the court! Keto, low-carb, vegan, fasting, paleo?! We get into it all and discuss what we have found to work, and fail for us and other players! Questions?! Comments?! Email us [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

2021 is just around the corner and our playtesters talk all about the new racquets and shoes you can expect early in the year! From racquets like the new Yonex VCORES, the rest of the Babolat Pure Drive family, new Dunlops, Head Radicals, Asics Solution Speeds, Nike Vapors and more! They've been lucky enough to hit a bunch of new racquets and test some new shoes, so listen in on their feedback as they reveal some of their current favorite must haves for the court! Questions?! Comments?! Email us [email protected] 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

When it comes to the tennis industry, Tim Buwick has done it all! His passion is contagious! And you could say he was born into tennis having grown up with a father who was not only super influential at Wilson, but also played an important role in the sport of tennis (at 46 minutes in, don't miss the story he shares about who Billie Jean King credits for her start in tennis!). Having spent 28 years at Wilson Sporting Goods, Tim shares stories from the court and beyond, including some of his favorite Roger Federer moments, the first time he met Jimmy Connors, how the Wilson Pro Staff 85 came to market and more! Now, Tim is starting to dabble in pickleball and platform tennis and has a podcast of his own! Tune in to enjoy some fun stories, lots of laughs and tons of positive vibes as we talk all things tennis and then some! Check out Tim's Website: https://www.spidermonkeysolutions.com Listen to Tim's Podcast: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1249808.rss Questions?! email us at [email protected] Shop the best tennis deals with us all over the World: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We get it, the adidas Ubersonic 4 seems too good to be true! So we put the shoe to the ultimate test and give it to playtesters across the globe! They compare it to previous versions, to other shoes and let us know what they really think! And let's face it, they can be brutally honest when it comes to tennis gear! So take a listen as Zeljko and Valerie from Europe join Chris and Michelle to talk all about the way the adidas Ubersonic 4 performs! We talk fit, durability, how it stacks up to other shoes and so much more! Questions?! email us at [email protected] Shop the best tennis deals with us all over the World: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We don't want to brag, but we've already hit the new Head Graphene 360+ Radicals racquets...and we want to talk all about them! In this episode, the playtesters spill the beans on these new frames! Without giving it all away in this description, listen in as Chris, Brittany and Jason join Michelle to talk about playtesting the newest Radical Pro, Radical MP and Radical S! Questions?! email us at [email protected] Shop the best tennis deals with us all over the World: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Promising to be the best Ubersonic yet, the Global adidas team joins us to explain how they made this speedy shoe better than ever. Taking your favorite aspects from the Ubersonic 2 and 3, they speak about how they created the Ubersonic 4 as we take a peak into the design process. You will hear everything from initial concepts and ideas, using customer feedback from previous models and even some insight into the wear testing with some of the top adidas pro athletes. You'll quickly hear why we think this update could surely become a favorite go-to shoe for any level player! We are so excited for the new Ubersonic 4, get yours at Tennis Warehouse on December 1st! In this episode: Daniel Neuerburg – Category Director Tennis & Court Sports Footwear Annette Steingass – Senior Director Tennis & Court Sports Rohan Abel – Manager Development Footwear Carly Tatibouet – VP Design Specialist Sports Watch the video version: https://youtu.be/ev0vWgEAS6Q Email us if you want to continue the conversation or have any questions: [email protected] Learn more about adidas: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/learning_center/culture/brandography/adidas/history_of_adidas_tennis.html Listen to our Sustainability podcast with adidas: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/podcast/?ccode=TTEPIS9 Shop the best tennis deals with us all over the World: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We've gotten a bunch of questions on how to be the best prepared for a tennis match -- whether it's a big national tournament you are prepping for or a weekly a league match (USTA, UTR, ALTA, Flex Leagues, etc.!), we have you covered and discuss all the ways to be ready to compete and play your best tennis when the pressure is on! Michelle invites playtesters Brittany, Erik and Kristen for a fun chat about their favorite ways to get match tough! From days before the big match, to the day of, our playtesters spill little secrets that help them avoid the nerves and show up ready to take on the competition! Questions?! Comments?! Or want to continue the conversation?! Email us: [email protected] Shop the best tennis deals with us all over the World: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Curious what your favorite ATP & WTA Players string their racquets with and at what tension?! Us too! Lucky enough, we have done our research and spend this episode geeking out about the string set up for many of the pros we love! We cover it all from the players stringing the lowest tensions to the players pushing the limits with super tight tensions! We talk about hybrids and even discuss changing string set ups for certain players (we won't name who)! Questions?! Comments?! Leave us a review or send us an email [email protected] Shop the best tennis deals all over the World: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

As tennis players, we always want to know what things we can do that will translate into improvement on the court! In this episode, some of our playtesters talk about their favorite ways to sweat off the court! They divulge the best workouts that directly have helped them improve their on-court game! Join Julie, Safwane, Tiffani and Michelle as they discuss the importance of exercise and dive into a fun chat about strength training, HIIT workouts, running, Crossfit, rock climbing, yoga and explosive movements! Questions or continue the conversation: [email protected] Shop with us all over the GLOBE for the best tennis deals: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Imagine taking a vacation in Cambodia. Siem Reap to be exact. And falling in love with the area and the culture and the people. And connecting over one thing: tennis and growing the sport to help create an up and coming champion! In this episode, Greg James joins us to talk all about how he has brought the sport of tennis to the kids of Siem Reap, Cambodia and what he has done to create a young generation of players learning the sport and teaching the next generation. We also are joined by one of his coaches, Som, who gives us an insight into day to day life and training on the court in Siem Reap! Listen in to hear how this sport is beginning to blossom in a culture so different than our own. Interested in donating to help build a new tennis court?! Email us: [email protected] Happy Hitting!

Customizing your tennis racquet may sound intimidating if you've never done it or tried. But our experts are here to keep it simple and answer any questions you might have about customization. We talk about it all! Curious if you should use lead or tungsten?! Which one does Tennis Warehouse prefer and use? Want to know if changing your string gauge can change your swingweight? Want to learn where to apply weight to change the playability of your racquet? Or do you want to try and customize your light Babolat to play just like Roger Federer's racquet? Then listen up! Troy, Chris, Jaye and Michelle all talk about how they first started customizing their own sticks and how detailed they are now. They offer some important tips for anyone wanting to customize and start playing around with weight! Any questions?! Let us know [email protected] Learn even more: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/LC/customize.html Ready, set, CUSTOMIZE! Happy Hitting!

There's no doubt about it, Jim Baugh has been a leader and innovator in the tennis industry! And now, he has taken his grassroots approach to help the kids of America become healthier and smarter! His accomplishments are endless as he was the VP of Sales and Marketing at Prince, the former President of Wilson Sporting Goods as well as General Manager of Tennis & Golf, he helped revolutionize the industry and has also worked with several top players in many capacities! He joins us to talk to us about his current project which he started in 2013: PHIT AMERICA. As the CEO, today it is his priority to improve the health and academic results of 50 million children in the USA by providing all kids with increased physical activity programs and helping children afford to play organized sports. Learn more about PHIT AMERICA: https://phitamerica.org Sign the Petition: https://phitamerica.org/key-programs/petition-require-physical-activity-30-minutes-3-times-a-week/ DONATE: https://phitamerica.org/donate/ Contact Jim & get involved: [email protected] Let's get America moving and playing tennis! Happy Hitting!

If you are a tennis enthusiast, there is a good chance you have heard of Pancho Gonzalez. But there is also a good chance you don't actually know how much of an impact this man had on our sport. In this episode, Pancho's family gives us an overview of all the things he accomplished as a player who competed before the Open Era began. Inspired by this American hero who fought his way through the tennis world with grit and passion, they continue to share Pancho’s story of perseverance and accomplishment with the youth of today in hopes to inspire them to dream big dreams and in doing so they have built the Richard Pancho Gonzalez Youth Foundation. Founded in 2013, the Gonzalez family started this organization with a mission to inspire and enhance the lives of today’s youth through physical fitness, academic pursuit and character building through the sport of tennis. Donate Now: https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=GdlMktZ1AOMJ7PWxYyy4fnmYbotGAY0cx9RFtF0YDqSbk_eFlaqTgz4lMvUxL4joAHsF68e9hvAAxiG6 Learn More: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/learning_center/culture/Richard_Pancho_Gonzalez_Youth_Tennis_Foundation.html http://panchofoundation.org Shop all things Tennis all over the World! 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse: http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe: http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Roger Federer joins us today to talk all things tennis gear!! In this exclusive chat, one of the greatest players of all time geeks out with us as we talk all about his tennis gear! We take a deep dive into his long history with the Pro Staff racquet franchise, how he has worked with Wilson over the years to help design and create the racquet of his dreams (Pro Staff RF 97 Autograph) and why he strings with his Champions Choice hybrid of Natural Gut & Luxilon! Roger also gives us a quick update on how he's handling his time away from the tour and off the court. And even has a message for all of his fans! Check out the new Wilson Pro Staff line of racquets & enter for a chance to win a signed racquet from Roger Federer! * in the US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/catpage-WILSONPS.html#/ * in EUR: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com/catpage-WILSONPS.html * in AUS: https://www.tennisonly.com.au/catpage-WILSONPS.html Happy Hitting!

Our playtesters from around the world come together to chat about the new Babolat Pure Drive! From long time fans of this blue Babolat to other players who never have really connected with the Pure Drive, our team from Europe and Australia joins us to talk in depth about the update to this popular racquet franchise! Pure Drive in US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-BRPDR.html Pure Drive in AUS: https://www.tennisonly.com.au/Babolat_Pure_Drive/descpage-BPD21.html Pure Drive in EUR: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com/catpage-BABPURE-EN.html Happy Hitting!

Lleyton Hewitt is here! And we talk about all things tennis and dive into his love for the sport! Currently leading and inspiring the next generation of pros, he explains how (and why) Yonex has been his gear of choice nearly forever, how to be a successful tennis parent and the secret formula for the Australian Davis Cup Team! Having been the youngest male to reach number 1 on the ATP, he also reflects on his career and explains why he is happy to be so involved in tennis still while he helps mentor and coach the next generation! Check out Yonex Brandography at Tennis Warehouse: in the US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/brandography in Australia: https://www.tennisonly.com.au/brandography in Europe: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com/brandography Happy Hitting!

Did you know that Ashaway's legendary Kevlar was once used by Andre Agassi?! We had to try it! And then wanted to talk all about it! During this episode, Steve Crandall from Ashaway joins Michelle and JW (the string guru you all know and love!) to talk all things Ashaway string and string trends. Steve explains the way Ashaway was founded and why his Kevlar and Zyex strings are so unique. We even dive deeper into a mini-playtest we conducted with Crossfire ZX and Monogut ZX. Plus, we debate whether too many players are using polyester strings in their racquets in their racquets. Shop ASHAWAY: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/AshawayString.html Happy Hitting!

What happens when two of the most popular tennis brands combine to make a shoe to celebrate the sport everyday? Just like peanut butter and chocolate or strawberries and cream the partnership between KSwiss and Lucky in Love is exactly the combo we needed in tennis to add some flair to the court! In this episode, Brad, the founder of Lucky in Love, and Mike and MJ (Global VP & shoe designer) from KSwiss join us to explain how this magical partnership began. Listen up as they dive into some fun stories and what came out of this awesome collaboration! And don't forget to make everyday your birthday and every night New Year's Eve! Shop Now: KSwiss Hypercourt Express 2 Lucky in Love: http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-KWH2LL1.html Shop KSwiss: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/KSwiss_Womens_Tennis_Shoes/catpage-WSKSWISS.html Shop Lucky in Love: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Lucky_in_Love_Womens_Tennis_Apparel/catpage-WALUCKYINLO.html Questions?! Email us at [email protected] Happy Hitting!

Michelle, Chris, Jason and Brittany talk all about the newest tennis gear that you want to know about! Curious about the new Pure Drive or Pro Staffs? We let you know how we like these unreleased racquets! We also talk about the new Nike collection, the GP Turbo as well as another popular tennis shoe you are missing that might come back to tennis! And don't skip the end where we also answer some of your questions. Get the latest tennis gear: in the US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com in EUR: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com in AUS: https://www.tennisonly.com.au More questions?! Let us know: [email protected] Happy Hitting!

Imagine not knowing what the word "tennis" means. If it weren't for Dr. Alex Boafo, many kids in the village of Akropong Akwapim, Ghana, Africa would never know about the sport of tennis. In this episode, we learn how La Constance was founded and uses education, social interaction, advocacy and tennis as a way to teach discipline, education, leadership and sport. Donate Now: https://www.gofundme.com/f/22yh27nrmo Founded in Akropong Akwapim 2014 by Dr. Alex Boafo, the La Constance Tennis Center is the first of its kind. Named after his mother, Constance, a strong-willed single mom of 9 successful children; this program has introduced many children to a sport they would otherwise know nothing about. With a single court to share amongst many kids, the coaches not only teach the sport of tennis but also help the kids with their school work and enhance their chances to enter Universities. Be sure to check out their GoFundMe and help continue to build and grow this amazing organization! Learn More: http://www.laconstancetennis.com/ Questions? Want to connect with Dr. Alex? Email us: [email protected] Happy Hitting!

Tecnifibre Triax is a multifilament string that claims to offer the best of both worlds: multifilament comfort with above average control, spin and durability that would only come from a co-poly string. In this episode, our string guru and global playtesters talk about their experience with this new string. After hours on the court, several set ups, and many sets of Triax later, they answer questions about playability including how much spin they got; how durable the string was; how much power they found; and more. Interested in trying some? Listen till the end where you can find a way to win a set of Tecnifibre Triax! Get your hands on TRIAX: in the US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-TSTX33.html in EUR: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com/catpage-TTRIAX-EN.html and email us for a chance to win a free set! [email protected] Happy Hitting!

Just because they are old, doesn't mean they aren't relevant racquets on the tennis court today! As Prince tennis celebrates 50 years in the industry in 2020, our playtesters take a deep dive to discuss two amazing racquets from the past. They have spent months playtesting these racquets from their past and have enjoyed every minute of it! Listen to see what makes the Prince Original Graphite 107 and the Prince CTS Synergy DB 26 racquets so special, relevant and timeless! Shop Prince: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Princeracquets.html Happy Hitting!

Our team of playtesters give all their thoughts and feedback as we take a deeper dive beyond the playtest of the brand new Head Graphene 360+ Extreme MP and Tour! Curious how it feels compared to previous versions or the best string combination in these racquets? We have those answers! Jason, Brittany, Tiffani, Erik and Kristen let us know what they loved (and didn't) from these new, explosive racquets from Head! Head Extremes in US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/HEAD_Extreme_Tennis_Racquets/catpage-YOUTEKGRAP.html Head Extremes in EUR: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com/catpage-HEADEXTR-EN.html Head Extremes in AUS: https://www.tennisonly.com.au/Head_Extreme_Racquets_-_Pre-Sale_30th_of_July/catpage-HEADEXRA.html Happy Hitting!

As the HEAD Tennis Director of Pro Players and Product Test Management, Thomas Bischof travels around the world helping some of the best players on tour get aligned perfectly with their gear. Listen in as he shares stories with us about signing Alex Zverev and more! Thomas Bischof knows a thing or two about spotting talent on the tennis court. As the HEAD Tennis Director of Pro Players and Product Test Management, he travels around the world helping some of the best players on tour get aligned perfectly with their gear -- from racquets to strings and even playtesting new models. He shares with us stories from when he signed Alex Zverev at just 12 years old to new players to be on the lookout for. He even gives us a peek into who is the most dialed in with their gear and what playtesting a new racquet looks like at the pro level. Learn more: ➤US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Head/ ➤EUR: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com/Head/ ➤AUS: https://www.tennisonly.com.au/Head/ Happy Hitting!

Luke Jensen has never been short on enthusiasm or passion for the sport of tennis! He talks to us this episode about the positive role models he has had in his life to help lead to his success at every level on and off the court. Between an amazing upbringing and competitive family, he also has gotten sage advice from names like Arthur Ashe and Billie Jean King. He's a French Open Champion, a commentator, a coach, a mentor, and now the Vice President of AWESOME at World Team Tennis! He gives us a peek into what we can expect for this year's competition at the Greenbrier and some of the competitors to keep an eye on. We also talk about the history of the sport, the current state of the sport, we give gear and fashion advice, and so much more! Learn more about World Team Tennis: https://wtt.com/ Shop Tennis Gear in the US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/ Shop Tennis Gear in EUR: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com/ Shop Tennis Gear in AUS: http://tennisonly.com.au/ Happy Hitting!

Can I wear a hard court shoe on a clay court? Can I wear my clay shoes on a hard court? Great questions! We consult with our playtesters in Europe as they teach us everything about clay court shoes and why they are important! Also we chat about strategy in choosing a hard court shoe vs. a clay court shoes?! And what is that surface that is like carpet with grains of sand?! Plus, the playtesters divulge their thoughts on the new Nike Air Zoom GP Turbo! Shop Shoes in TW: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Tennis_Shoes.html Shop Shoes in Europe: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com Shop Shoes in AUS: https://www.tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

He's been a member of our Tennis Warehouse family for over 20 years! Listen in and hear what makes Granville Swope such a great playtester: from his Gran-isms to his competitive nature on the court, in this episode he talks all about everything from tennis and his start in the game and the industry to his passions off the court including astronomy and photography! Granville's Playtester Profile: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/PlaytestProfiles.html?ccode=GRANVILLES Shop Tennis Gear in US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com Shop Tennis Gear in EUR: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com Shop Tennis Gear in AUS: https://www.tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Sharon Fichman, Hayley Carter and Catherine Harrison are not only brilliant competitors and talented tennis players, but they are also passionate about making positive changes on and off the court. Through this time off and away from competing, they have educated themselves on topics that directly affect them and their colleagues on and off the court. Today they are speaking up on how they can help implement change even if it is with baby steps. Between sustainability and waste, equality on tour and so much more, we chat about some of the hot topics that are trending right now. Follow Sharon: https://www.instagram.com/shazzzzy/ Follow Hayley: https://www.instagram.com/hayleyncarter/ Follow Cat: https://www.instagram.com/catharris0n/ Happy Hitting!

There is no doubt about it, the mental side of tennis is one of the toughest parts of our sport! Today, Brittany joins me to talk all about the mental side of the game and she brings along someone who was instrumental in developing her mental strength through juniors and college tennis, Jeff Troesch. Jeff answers some of your mental strategy questions and also lets us in on some tips and tricks to help become mentally stronger no matter what level you play! Jeff Troesch has been a mental performance specialist at the professional, elite amateur and collegiate levels since 1987. He is an internationally renowned expert in mental skills training and performance enhancement with nearly 30 years of experience. He has worked with several athletes and teams including NBA programs, the Seattle Mariners, Detroit Tigers, the U.S. Soccer Federation, IMG Academies in Bradenton, Fla. and numerous touring golf and tennis pros. Jeff has also worked with student-athletes at dozens of major universities, including Cal Poly, UCLA, Cal and Stanford. Follow Jeff: www.instagram.com/jefftroesch Have more questions on how to become the mentally toughest player, leave us a comment or email us [email protected] Update your tennis gear: www.tennis-warehouse.com Happy Hitting!

Extended Yonex EZONES? We are all in! Get excited as playtesters Chris, Troy & Boonie join Michelle to talk all about the newest members of the EZONE family: the EZONE 98+ and EZONE 100+. They compare them to previous versions, debate whether extended racquets have a bad stigma, and what you need to take into consideration when transitioning to a longer racquet. Have any questions about extended racquets or any other tennis gear?! Leave us a comment! Or email at [email protected] Shop Yonex EZONE 98+: http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-YE98P20.html Shop Yonex EZONE 100+: http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-Y100P20.html Happy Hitting!