Talk Tennis

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!

We pick up right where we left off and talk about even more tennis shoes! We also kick off this episode by answering some of your tennis shoe questions about outsoles as well as stack height! While in the first episode, we spoke about some of the more popular brands, in this episode we talk about some of the more niche brands and some more unique offerings. We let you know which shoes we recommend, what we like, and which shoes you might want to avoid! What is your tennis shoe of choice?! Shop Shoes: Tennis Warehouse: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com Tennis Warehouse Europe: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com Tennis Only Australia: https://www.tennisonly.com.au

2020 has brought us all sorts of new tennis shoes from some of our favorite brands! In this episode, we discuss what we love from some of the newest options including the laceless Stycon from adidas, Rafa's Nike shoe of choice, an Asics shoe worn by one of the speediest players on tour, and something created by New Balance for the big serving Milos Raonic. We also let you know which ones just didn't work for us and why some shoes will always remain our favorites! What is your tennis shoe of choice?! Tennis Warehouse: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com Tennis Warehouse Europe: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com Tennis Only Australia: https://www.tennisonly.com.au

After the launch of the Head Pro Tour 2.0, we started wondering if classic racquets are still relevant for the modern game. And if so, who should be using these racquets? Which racquets on the market currently have that elusive classic feel? And which racquets have been inspired by classic frames of the past? Chris, Mark and Wolfeman join in on the topic and chat about all sorts of things, including racquets to demo if you're looking for that classic feel and how we define the word "plush." What do you think?! Are classic racquets still relevant? Let us know! US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com Europe: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com Australia: https://www.tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

They have spent some of their career playing doubles together; they were both top college tennis players; they both are super talented and hard workers on and off the court. Luisa Stefani and Quinn Gleason chat about all things tennis, including how they met and how they choose where to focus their career, whether it is as a singles or doubles specialist. I also ask them about their thoughts on the current hot topics as well: - Should the ATP and WTA combine? - Should there be financial support for players outside of the top 100? - The expense of tennis and making money as a tennis pro - How to become a singles or doubles specialists - How to become more involved with the political side of the tour And so much more! Follow Luisa: https://www.instagram.com/luisastefani/ Follow Quinn: https://www.instagram.com/quinn_gleason/ Shop Deals: in the US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com in Europe: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com in Australia: https://www.tennisonly.com.au

The Head Pro Tour 2.0 is one of the most iconic racquet molds in the history of tennis. Originally released as the Pro Tour 280 in the USA (and Pro Tour 630 in Europe), this racquet has developed an almost mythical following amongst purists and professional tennis players. This updated racquet still retains that classic feel but has a few new characteristics. In this episode, we talk about what makes it different from the original and answer ALL your questions. We also dive deep into the playtest and let you know how it performed from all areas of the court. Spoiler alert: we loved it! Still have questions after listening?! No problem, we're happy to chat and talk all things tennis! Shop US: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/descpage-HDPT2.html Shop EUR: http://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com/descpage-HDPT2.html Shop AUS: https://www.tennisonly.com.au/descpage-HDPT2.html Happy Hitting!

Jamie Loeb opens up about some serious stuff! Like being a racquet-holic, the toughest time in her career, and how she's handling the quarantine. We also chat about what she loves about the sport, her success at the college level and how she pulls herself out of stressful situations. Listen to find out what her best day off looks like, who she admires on tour, where her love from Cardi B came from, and so much more! Follow Jamie: www.instagram.com/jloeb308 Shop Deals: in the US: www.tennis-warehouse.com in EUR: www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com in AUS: www.tennisonly.com/au Happy Hitting!

We're still in quarantine which means, we are still geeking out about our favorite pro tennis matches to go back and re-watch! Playtester, Mark Boone, remembers some of his favorite matches from the '80s & '90s and reminisces about some memorable matches for some strange reasons like that crazy injury that Bethanie Mattek-Sands endured and why it hit everyone at TW in it's own way! We also chat about our essential tennis items for quarantine and how we are handling this time without tennis! Shop Deals! Tennis Warehouse: www.tennis-warehouse.com Tennis Warehouse Europe: www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com Tennis Only: www.tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Some of our playtesters from around the world catch up and chat all things tennis! Including topics like their must have quarantine gear, their favorite pro rivalries, favorite pro matches to go back and re-watch and so much more! Listen in as they gossip about the beef between Rafa and Kyrgios, how someone might think Dominic Thiem can overtake Rafa the next time they play and how Serena used a tough moment early in her career to become the fighter she now is! Don't miss as they chat about their favorite players on Instagram and TikTok and all the social channels during this time as well as some great perspective on getting through each day of this quarantine with a positive attitude!

What else would tennis players in quarantine talk about?! Troy and Safwane join Michelle remotely and geek out about some of their favorite pro matches and favorite rivalries over the years. The two lefties might just have a soft spot in their heart for other lefties (think: Rafa & Verdasco!) but this episode promises to help you generate a list of MUST WATCH matches for your time at home. Stock up on tennis gear: In the USA: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com In Europe: https://www.tenniswarehouse-europe.com In Australia: https://www.tennisonly.com.au Chat with us: [email protected]

We check in with Southern California's very own Danielle Lao to see what she is up to during this break in professional tennis. She explains to us some of the hobbies that she is able to spend more time on perfecting -- who knew she was such a great cook and baker?! She also talks about how important building a strong team for success as a professional player is, but also anyone in the business world working on reaching goals. AND we chat about her new love for running and how her coach, Andy Gerst, won't allow her to up her milage even when he does! Plus, don't miss her 3 steps to a successful quarantine! Follow Danielle: www.instagram.com/thelittlegiant www.twitter.com/thelittlegiant Continue the conversation: [email protected]

Navigating life as a tennis player is challenging and tough right now. This week, we chat with Catherine Harrison who explains how at one point in her career, she was not allowed to play tennis or leave the house for 16 weeks due to a severe injury. Her refreshing perspective and mindset are welcome as she explains how she spent the time, how she shifted to become more of a whole-food, plant based vegan athlete and how she competes now because of it! We also talk about: - Covid 19 Mental Health Check-in & navigating this time - How tennis began for Cat - Tennis Academy life - Homeschool tennis life - How she went from being committed to Georgia Tech but playing for UCLA - Injuries and Rehab - Not being able to play tennis for 16 weeks - Best and Worst days of her career - Being a plant based, vegan athlete and how she got there and why - Life advice as well as book recommendations! - and so much more... Follow Cat on Social: www.instagram.com/CatHarris0n www.twitter.com/CatHarris0n TeamTW Videos: Cat's Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MypFOkz4Dqw Cool Down Routine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91DAaZ5usUI Questions?! Continue the conversation: [email protected]

Guess which ATP Pro played an integral part of developing Head's newest string? We can't say BUT we do take a deep dive into how Lynx Tour was thought up and created and dialed in to create one of our most favorite strings of 2020! We also talk all about the process of how the pros playtest gear and strings as well as break down the differences between each of the HEAD strings and which one will be best for you! You will also hear: - Which ATP & WTA Pros are using HEAD String? - the Lynx, Hawk and Head Multi string families explained - What string Lynx Tour was going after? - Why certain strings are so popular on tour? - Does color really effect playability in strings? - Why the champagne color?! - How the pros playtest - BNP has been cancelled, but the stringing room is still popping! - Sneak peek of things to come in the string world - String trends on tour and so much more! Questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at [email protected]

We're shocked too. The BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells has been cancelled and we're super bummed. But, we still have some great content to share with you and give you a sneak peek into all the fun stuff we have been doing behind the scenes. Chris joins me as we chat about all the cool videos we've already shot and some of the fun things we've done already with our time in the desert, like which pros are hitting the best right now, a sneak peek at some new NIKE coming soon and a playtest of Bethanie Mattek-Sands' racquet customized to her personal spec! - cocktails with Bethanie Mattek-Sands + her customized racquet and Lucky in Love collections - hitting with Frances Tiafoe - filming with our TeamTW players like Shelby Rogers, Marcos Giron, Kristie Ahn, Luisa Stefani, Jamie Loeb, Quinn Gleason, Danielle Lao and more! - a quick chat with Stan Wawrinka - player reactions to the news of cancelling BNP Paribas Open - and how we are making the most out of our time in the desert Stay tuned for more content and videos from us!!!

Being injured sucks! That means less time on the court and more time watching tennis from the couch. In this episode, we talk to a massage therapist and answer all of your questions including how to handle pesky injuries, when to consult a doctor, what we think about theraguns and so much more! Tune in to hear how a strained hamstring was solved over a few sessions of massage therapy. We answer: - What to expect when going to a massage therapist? We alleviate some of the potential anxiety regarding your first appointment! - How to recover from an injury - Is foam rolling a substitute for massage? - Can you roll out with a harder material than just a foam roller? - How to deal with back spasms while keeping the costs down - What can help relieve sciatica pain - Our thoughts on Theraguns and percussive massagers - Best way to go into a tournament and avoid being sore - Dynamic stretching vs. static stretching - and so much more! www.empowerslo.com www.instagram.com/empowermassagetherapy Questions?! Comments?! Email us: [email protected]

Tennis helped transform her into the leader she is today. In this episode, Wendy Yang talks about how her work ethic and resilience as a tennis player helped shape her to become the leader she is today. As the President at Hoka and a known leader at Deckers, she talks about who inspires her, how to handle a tough day and what she loves about the work she does on a daily basis. Have a question you want to hear answered, email us: [email protected] Happy Hitting!

Imagine being down 0-6, 05-, 30-40. Yikes, that sucks! And then imagine crawling your way back, point by point, to win the match! That's exactly what Tara Moore did to stage the Greatest Comeback in WTA History! With over 20 ITF Titles, Tara Moore has seen all sides of life as a traveling tennis pro. She brings her British accent and funny personality to chat about all things tennis, including dealing with funding (or lack there of), health insurance as a professional athlete, playing doubles with her significant other, and one of the most epic comebacks in this sport! Follow Tara: www.instagram.com/taramoore92 Happy Hitting!

Father of Iliza Shlesinger (Elder Millennial & Last Comic Standing), Fred Shlesinger geeks out about one of his three life passions: TENNIS. From what gear works best for him, to his tennis goals. Fred also gives us his insider info and tips on the best way to view the US Open! He tells me all about the athletes that impresses him on tour, and even tells some stories about generations of players from the past! Happy HItting and Keep swinging! Follow Fred: www.instagram.com/nyfred4u

Cramping on the court sucks! But why does it happen and how do you prevent it? In this episode, we talk to Andy Blow from Precision Hydration and he answers all your questions about hydration and cramping. We cover everything from losing electrolytes and salt on the court to how to prepare for a tournament in hot and humid conditions. Andy explains the science behind staying hydrated and how to combat it best for your body. How to Stay Hydrated on the Court: https://www.precisionhydration.com/blogs/hydration_advice/how-to-stay-hydrated-out-on-the-tennis-court Online Sweat Test: https://www.precisionhydration.com/pages/why-personalise-your-hydration-strategy Questions?! Email us: [email protected] Happy Hitting!

Curious what Prince tennis has been up to? Our playtesters take a deep dive into the newest lineup of racquets from Prince: the Phantoms! Join Chris, Troy and Michelle as they breakdown the differences between each racquet in this family of flexible feeling frames. Our team shares technology updates, what has and hasn't changed in the new models and why they think these are amazing racquets for players looking for that classic, flexible feel in the modern game! Shop Prince Phantoms: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Prince_Phantom_Racquets/catpage-PRINPHAN.html Have any questions? Let us know [email protected]

Curious what the players will be rocking at the Aussie Open this year? Tennis Warehouse playtesters, Troy and Tiffani, join Michelle to talk all about 2020 tennis trends including apparel we will see worn at the Australian Open and new shoes they are obsessed with. Plus, they jump into the Aussie Open draw and dish about the players they think have what it takes (and the ones who they think just won't measure up!) to win the first major of the year. And, find out exactly what fairy bread is and where you'll see it on the court down under! Questions?! Email us at [email protected] Happy Hitting!

What makes a player/coach partnership successful? Lisa Raymond and Allie Kiick unlock some of what makes their connection so strong on and off the court! Between the two of them, they have 11 Grand Slam titles, an Olympic Bronze Medal, 2 NCAA Singles Titles and almost 100 doubles titles, including one they won together! One retired in 2015, while the other began her career in 2015. Lisa Raymond and Allie Kiick joined forces in 2019 and quickly found chemistry on and off the court. You will quickly understand that both of these ladies walk to their own beat and have fun while doing so! From Allie's Bootcamp training, to spending the offseason on the slopes, to dealing with the harsh mental side of this sport -- both of these amazing players bring a unique perspective and compliment each other in all areas of their lives. Follow Allie: https://www.instagram.com/alliekiick/ Follow Lisa: https://www.instagram.com/lisamraymond Questions?! Ask us: [email protected] Happy Hitting

She's one of the fiercest competitors on the WTA Tour but also one of the friendliest and she just wants to walk on the court carrying a puppy! Kristie Ahn reached a career high on the WTA Tour in 2019 and still is one of the most humble, kindest, smartest players on tour. Super down to earth in everything she does, she chats not only about the highlights she had on the court but also what she loves to do off the court. From taking pride in being a Korean American player and building up her fellow competitors, to playing music with her friends and obsessing over Korean noodle dishes, you will hear how this lady would be a great a role model for any up and comer! Listen in as Kristie shows her true personality. Follow Kristie: https://www.instagram.com/kahn1/ Questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at [email protected] Happy Hitting!

Marcos Giron just ended his 2019 in the best way possible: winning a title and earning entry into the 2020 Australian Open! Giddyup Giron! The former UCLA standout talks about how his mentality has changed over the years, what makes him so mentally tough in close matches, and how his gear helps him perform to his highest level on the court. He opens up about the importance of him working on his mental game, how his perspective has shifted in the past year and he talks about the importance of having a great team of people around him and using gear that is best suited for him, from his customized racquets to the shoes KSwiss engineered based on his preferences. Questions, comments or interested in continuing the conversation: [email protected] Check out Marcos' Gear: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/catpage-MGIRON.html Happy Hitting!

This holiday episode will not only give you ALL of the warm and fuzzies, but also is a recap from the Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program Holiday Event that I went to in Los Angeles! Enjoy some onsite interviews; I was overwhelmed by stories of kindness, love and gratitude. After everyone at the event was so thankful for all Tennis Warehouse has helped with, I was feeling super grateful to be a part of this company. So, I wanted my colleagues to help explain what makes working at Tennis Warehouse so special. They also talk about why they love the sport of tennis and what the holidays mean to them! Donate to the Pete Brown Jr Tennis Program: www.pbjtp.org Learn more here: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Learning_Center/Culture/Pete_Brown_Junior_Tennis_Program.html?from=TW&utm_source=works&utm_medium=email&utm_content=newproduct&utm_campaign=191223EGIFT Happiest of Holidays from all of us at Tennis Warehouse and Happy Hitting!

Her laugh is contagious and her footwork is fierce -- take a listen as we dive deep into what makes playtester, Julie, the awesome young lady she is today! From growing up in France as a top junior player to being recruited to play college tennis at Arkansas State, she explains her journey and the lessons she's learned along the way. Everything from a life changing accident, to getting hired at Tennis Warehouse, you'll get just a glimpse into the big heart of Julie Gauguery. Bear with us as we giggle through the episode, she also goes into depth about her gear of choice, how she ended up transitioning into her current racquet of choice and what she will be up to in 2020 as she transitions to our sister company in Europe! Find out more about Julie: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/PlaytestProfiles.html?ccode=JULIE Questions?! Comments? Suggestions?! Email us: [email protected] HAPPY HITTING!

Babolat, one of the oldest and most popular brands in tennis, has also become one of the most innovative. Guillaume Diard joins us on this episode to talk about his unique background and how he has helped inspire new trends at Babolat! He's been instrumental in updating Babolat shoes, bags, apparel and more. Listen as he chats about his inspiration and how his home in Annecy, France helps inspire and spur innovative ideas. Also, be sure to find out how you can get your hands on a pair of Jet Terre shoes before they launch! Shop Babolat: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Babolat/catpage-BABOLAT.html Check out our Instagram to win a pair of Babolat Jet Tere Shoes: www.instagram.com/tenniswarehouse Rate & Review! And until next time, Happy Hitting!

With a deep background not only in tennis but also sports media, Carlos Silva joins us today to talk about his life and his involvement in World Team Tennis (WTT). Starting as the CEO in 2019, he has already implemented massive changes to make the format more engaging and exciting for not only the fans, but also the players. Take a listen to learn how WTT has evolved, how owner Billie Jean King plays a massive role in it and how WTT has even influenced the ATP and WTA Tour in modernizing rules! www.wtt.com Let us know who you'd like to hear on next week's episode by emailing us [email protected] ! Happy Hitting!

Tennis has the power to completely change someone's life. The Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program in South Central Los Angeles is dedicated to enriching the lives of children by providing free tennis, mentoring, and education, in a safe and positive environment. Founded in 2009 by Marty Woods in memory of his coach and mentor, Pete Brown, he explains how he has created such an empowering program and is joined by board member, Anne Star, who explains the impact tennis truly has on these families. Enjoy the stories about the inspirational people who dedicate their time at Harvard Tennis Park and visit the links below if you are interested in donating or joining me for some holiday fun on December 14th, 2019. https://www.pbjtp.com https://www.instagram.com/petebrownjrtennis/ DONATE: https://www.pbjtp.com Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Hitting!

Dreamer, go-getter, professional player, creator, and goal setter. On top of all that, he is providing players the opportunity to tell their story on a platform he dreamed up. These are just a few phrases that come to mind after chatting with Noah Rubin. He is helping to humanize the sport of tennis and connect humans. Whether it's working on Behind the Racquet, recording his podcast, competing on the court, or thinking up a new way to make tennis better for the fans -- his brain is always turning, and this episode gives you just a peek into everything he wants to accomplish with his life. www.behindtheracquet.com Follow Noah: www.instagram.com/noahrubin33 Share, subscribe & review! Happy Hitting!

In this episode, we were just going to talk about the ATP World Tour Finals...but then (as we often do) we started talking and spilled the beans about new 2020 shoes and racquets! We also gossip about who we think will be retiring in 2020; if Rafa can win another French; the future of American Tennis, and Kim Clijster's comeback. On top of all that, we make some bold predictions and even place some bets for next year! Have any questions or want to continue the conversation, email us at [email protected] -- HAPPY HITTING!

The NextGen ATP Finals are here, and we are ready for all the action! Take a listen as some of the playtesters dissect the tournament for these up and coming 21-and-under ATP players. The playtesters take a deep dive into the format of the Next Gen ATP Finals taking place in Milan, Italy and also navigate through the draw of these 21-and-under youngsters. Playtesters, Mark Boone and Erik Meendsen, also talk about their path to Tennis Warehouse, what they are currently playtesting, a sneak peek into some new gear coming AND answer some of your questions! Listen in as we are sure to butcher a few names, call each other out on wrong stats and geek out on all things tennis!

New Balance's Bruce Schilling has worked in the industry longer than most of us and has the stories to tell! He has done everything from signing some of the top players to his agency, signing top players at different brands and working to mold and shape brands to become leaders in the tennis industry. Now, as a key player in New Balance's brand he explains how New Balance is a family run organization and how this brand has quickly become part of his family. Also in this episode, he chats with us about his career and gives us some amazing stories about players like Coco Gauff and Milos Raonic and Nicole Gibbs, all who have become part of his family. He also gives us some insider info into what has helped New Balance continue to grow year after year. Shop New Balance: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/catpage-NBFALLMW.html Use "TALKNB" for 30% OFF all FALL New Balance Collections Follow New Balance on Instagram: www.instagram.com/newbalancetennis Subscribe, rate, review & share! Happy hitting!

Brian Earley has spent his career as a USTA official from the highest level at the Grand Slams to the lower level ITF Challengers. He's been a part of many controversial decisions over the years, and if you saw his face, you would instantly recognize him from the times he's been called out on court to make final decisions. In this episode, he chats with us about how and why he became an official in tennis and gives us some fun insights into behind the scenes decisions with some of your favorite players including Andy Roddick, David Ferrer and let's us know what it really is like to be on the court with some of the best players this sport has seen. Subscribe, rate, review & be sure to leave us a comment to be entered to win some swag from Tennis Warehouse! Questions, ideas or continue the conversation by emailing us [email protected]

Cameron Norrie, one of the rising stars on the ATP, joins us from China to chat about the ups and downs of life on tour. He gives us insights on his success at the college level, the best and worst parts about being a touring pro, what separates him from the top 10 players, how to hit his signature shot and so much more. Shop Ellesse: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Ellesse_Mens_Tennis_Apparel/catpage-MAELLESSE.html Follow Cam: www.instagram.com/norriee Subscribe, rate & review! Happy Hitting!

He's one of your favorite Tennis Warehouse playtesters, and one of ours too! We chat with Andy Gerst as he gives us an update on everything he has been up to since his playtesting days at Tennis Warehouse. From coaching pros like Bethanie Mattek-Sands and Lucie Safarova to working as a National Women's Coach for the USTA, he brings a great perspective about where professional tennis is heading. We also chat new gear, philosophy, life hacks and so much more! Subscribe, rate & review! Happy Hitting!

Want to know what trends will be hot when it comes to tennis shoes in 2020? So do we! Today we sit down with Tennis Warehouse shoe buyer, Spencer Boller, as he gives us a sneak peek into some of the exciting new shoes coming in Spring 2020. We also talk about what sports are currently influencing tennis and what direction tennis footwear is going. And don't miss where we talk about our top 3 favorite shoes and what shoe we would bring back if we could! And he also offers some insight on the creative process behind coming up with exclusive shoes for Tennis Warehouse customers! Men's Tennis Shoes: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Tennis_Shoes.html Women's Tennis Shoes: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Tennis_Shoes_Women.html Have questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us: [email protected] Subscribe, rate and review! Happy Hitting!

Sport has the ability to directly impact social environments. But should sport come at the expense of impacting our physical environment? Thanks to adidas, the answer is no. This week is Brandography at Tennis Warehouse and we are celebrating all things adidas! Today we talk to Nathan Roach from adidas and he explains how they continue to push boundaries and are currently taking massive steps to reduce their environmental footprint and in other areas of the world of sport. adidas Brandography: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/brandography/ PARLEY: https://www.parley.tv/ Nathan Roach, Senior adidas Tennis Category Manager, joins us as we talk about the massive steps the brand is taking to be a sustainable company. With goals to have 100% recycled polyester materials by 2024, he explains the shifts the company has gone through and the steps they are taking to help save the world for generations of tennis players to come. With Parley and Prime Blue, tennis fans and players can begin to do their part by wearing recycled materials on and off the court! He also speaks about the She Breaks Barriers initiative adidas has implemented to continue to encourage female athletes to get out and play! And, this week only, Tennis Warehouse will match 5% of your adidas order and donate it to the Parley Foundation -- simply use "PODCAST" at Checkout! Share this episode with your friends and do your part to help with sustainability efforts -- Happy Hitting!

We are back at it as we join our in house Tennis University Professor, Crawford Lindsey, and string guru, Jonathan Wolfe, as they get into the nitty gritty of power potential! Bring your calculators and scratch paper as we help you tap into defining powerful potential and why that's important when selecting your next racquet! In this episode we dive deeper into defining power potential and explaining how YOU can find the most powerful racquet that you can swing. ➤Tennis Warehouse University: http://twu.tennis-warehouse.com/learning_center/index.php ➤Find the best racquet for you: http://twu.tennis-warehouse.com/cgi-bin/recommender.cgi ➤Racquet Performance Tool: http://twu.tennis-warehouse.com/cgi-bin/racquetanalyzerTWU.cgi ➤Racquet Power Potential: http://twu.tennis-warehouse.com/cgi-bin/comparepower.cgi ➤Racquet Comparison Tool: http://twu.tennis-warehouse.com/cgi-bin/compareracquets.cgi ➤Tennis Warehouse: www.tennis-warehouse.com Have questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us: [email protected] Subscribe, rate and review! Happy Hitting!