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Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

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Will Boucek

The only tennis podcast with a focus on doubles. We believe doubles should be more popular and get more coverage than it does, so we’re fixing that. Our goal is to help you become a better player with pro doubles tips and expert strategy. We interview ATP & WTA tour doubles players and top tennis coaches to help you improve your game.

#209

Harri Heliovaara Interview: Winning Wimbledon, Handling Pressure, 2nd Serve Psychology, Tour Doubles...

Harri Heliovaara is the 2024 Wimbledon gentlemen's doubles champion and the 2023 US Open mixed doubles champion. He's currently ranked #16 on the ATP doubles tour. Heliovaara is also one of my favorite players to watch because of his entertaining celebrations and on-court demeanor.This interview with Harri covers his Wimbledon run, doubles changes, his story, and more. ---Why he quit professional tennis in 2013 before returning in 2017. ---How he mentally overcame being down multiple match points in the Wimbledon final. ---Serve struggles and how he's improved his 2nd serve, including specific drills. ---His experience being mic'd up in DC (video below), and what other changes he'd like to see to help make doubles more popular. ---Offseason training. ---The process of changing partners and new teams for 2025. Learn more about Harri: ---<a href='https://www.atptour.com/en/players/harri-heliovaara/h808/overview'>ATP Tour Profile</a> ---<a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harri_Heli%C3%B6vaara'>Wikipedia</a> Harri's Favorites: ---Tennis Book: <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Inner-Game-Tennis-Classic-Performance/dp/0679778314?keywords=The+Inner+Game+of+Tennis+by+W.+Timothy+Gallwey&qid=1668446459&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=tt-books-20&linkId=5bc84b14d6d408a931e2b519829d3ebd&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl'>The Inner Game of Tennis by W. Timothy Gallwey</a> ---Non-Tennis Book: <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Soldier-Vaino-Linna/dp/9510112895?crid=1YEFS9CPZ01LT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.niOnG1wG0ddb2zTuCOzlRnWcdIomRmAuNIej2m32ABjzojMcAiJqdrLV6sb7mayLEj0UI6_pZPGW1fcLJaZ5TuLkOsl0bRkdyk9Y-ZDhUd6z1bncauN6EVpWLaV9YTs8gZRk5_42k3ulGGQf1o2454KnuiF5XbEYC8dOPWGu_Qy8WdB7e29w2bt1HVbxMYbQP-fquMuAGleb3DlDPghAneCszQtOsSEp76_-gLRs5QY.19YgNFdXVHGjG6P_a1dFdpiRsao96ga6FXhjIhaivDM&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+unknown+soldier+book&qid=1734406932&sprefix=the+unknown+soldier+book%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-4&linkCode=ll1&tag=tt-books-20&linkId=2be7b4e50f08c2d40912770b617a3783&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl'>The Unknown Soldier by Vaino Linna</a> ---Tournament: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/wimbledon-guide/'>Wimbledon</a> ---Dream Mixed Doubles Partner: <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Danilina'>Anna Danilina</a> ---Singles Player You Want to Play Doubles With: <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Bublik'>Alexander Bublik</a> ---Off Season Hobbies: Hang out with children (1 & 3 years old); Aviation- he likes to take his daughter to the airport to watch planes landing and taking off. ---Harri's advice: Watch more doubles! More from this episode: ---Follow <a href='https://www.instagram.com/harriheliovaara/'>Harri on Instagram</a> ---Harri mic'd up at the DC Open: <a href='https://youtu.be/zGmBgVPTQk8?si=z0pBm5MzD08KWNl-'>https://youtu.be/zGmBgVPTQk8?si=z0pBm5MzD08KWNl-</a> ---Harri's Blog: <a href='https://www.harriheliovaara.fi/'>https://www.harriheliovaara.fi/</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/membership'>Learn More & Sign Up Here</a> **Other Free Doubles Content** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-cheatsheet/'>Serve Strategy Cheatsheet</a> ... Read more

18 Dec 2024

57 MINS

57:22

18 Dec 2024

#208

Choosing Racquets, Strings, & the Best Options for Doubles with Jonas Eriksson from Tennisnerd

Are you using the right tennis racquet? What about strings? Jonas from <a href='https://www.tennisnerd.net/'>Tennisnerd</a> is one of the world's leading experts in tennis racquets and strings, having reviewed 1000s of racquets and consulted for ATP & WTA tour pros.I first met Jonas in Austria at the Head headquarters on a trip with Tennis Warehouse to test out the new Gravity. Recently, we went to SLO California to test more gear with the TW team. I've learned a ton from Jonas and wanted to have him on so you can too. In this conversation, Jonas and I discuss the following. ---Some of the best tennis racquets on the market today for certain player types. ---The head size most club-level doubles players should be looking for. ---What gives a racquet more power, control, spin, etc. ---Why you and the professionals do not (and should not) use the same racquets - even though they look the same. ---How to start experimenting with your strings, including specific recommendations. ---and more... Follow Tennisnerd on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/tennisnerdinsta/'>Instagram</a>, <a href='https://x.com/tennisnerdnet'>Twitter</a>, and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@Tennisnerd'>YouTube</a>. Get a racquet or string consultation from Jonas <a href='https://www.tennisnerd.net/gear/racquets/racquet-and-string-consultations/32469'>here</a>.<a href='https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/TennisRacquets.html?from=tribe'>Shop tennis racquets at Tennis Warehouse.</a><a href='https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Tennis_String/catpage-STRINGPP.html?from=tribe'>Shop strings at Tennis Warehouse.</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/membership'>Learn More & Sign Up Here</a> **Other Free Doubles Content** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-cheatsheet/ '>Serve Strategy Cheatsheet</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-cheatsheet/ '>Return Strategy Cheatsheet</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/serve-strategy-101'>Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course</a> ... Read more

11 Dec 2024

50 MINS

50:49

11 Dec 2024

#207

5 Training Tips to Improve this Offseason

It's the offseason, a time to reflect and prepare for next year. How will your training or practice improve in 2025?In this episode, I share 5 tips for improving your doubles game through more effective training this offseason. ---You cannot improve without tip #1. ---A common mistake in practice made by club-level doubles players. ---My favorite training tools (links below). ---What off-court training has helped me the most. If you can implement these tips, you'll be a better doubles player in 2025! My favorite training tools: ---<a href='https://topspinpro.com/ref/tennistribe/'>Topspin Pro </a> ---<a href='https://www.functionaltennis.com/products/functional-tennis-saber?aff=tribe&utm_source=tribe&utm_medium=affiliate'>Functional Tennis Saber</a> ---<a href='https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Tennis_Teaching_Tools/catpage-TEACHTOOL.html?from=tribe'>Targets & Lines from Tennis Warehouse</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/best-tennis-ball-machine/'>The Best Tennis Ball Machines</a> Members get discounts on all the items above except the ball machines. <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/membership'>Become a member or sign in here.</a>----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/membership'>Learn More & Sign Up Here</a> ... Read more

05 Dec 2024

21 MINS

21:58

05 Dec 2024

#206

Nate Lammons Interview: ATP Doubles Changes, Serve Drills, Offseason Plans, & More

Nate Lammons is the 19th-ranked doubles player on the ATP Tour. He and his doubles partner, Jackson Withrow, made the semifinals of the US Open earlier this year.Nate played college tennis at SMU in Dallas, Texas where he still lives and trains with other professional doubles players like Austin Krajicek and Hans Hach. In this conversation, we discuss: ---Who's had the biggest influence on his doubles game? ---How Nate practices his serve - he has one of the best serves on the ATP doubles tour. ---Changes to the doubles tour - free fan movement, faster pace of play, mic'd up players, etc. ---Simulating in-match pressure. ---How he & Jackson "got over the hump" during the 2024 US Open to reach their first major semifinal. ---How Nate trains his first volley when his partner is serving. ---Nate's offseason plans. ---Their on-court apparel from <a href='https://sigruntennis.com/'>Sigrun</a>. Nate and Jackson are among the few teams that have stayed together for more than a couple of seasons. Their team chemistry and consistent progress show how important a good partnership is in doubles.Follow Nate on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/nathaniellammons/'>Instagram</a>. ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/membership'>Learn More & Sign Up Here</a> ... Read more

27 Nov 2024

44 MINS

44:30

27 Nov 2024

#205

Mini-Lesson: Where You Hit The Ball Matters Most

Today, Sunday, November 24, is the last day to get 35% off the new <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/membership'>Tennis Tribe Memberships</a> (coupon: LAUNCH).This mini-lesson covers a phrase coined by Craig O'Shannessy (<a href='https://www.braingametennis.com/'>Brain Game Tennis</a>), that has had more impact on my doubles game than any other lesson I've learned over the last decade.I believe that if you can focus and train with this simple lesson in mind, you'll improve faster and understand doubles on an entirely different level.If you like this shorter format, let me know by sending me an email: Will@TheTennisTribe.com ... Read more

24 Nov 2024

12 MINS

12:53

24 Nov 2024

#204

Coach Dan Kiernan Shares Stories from the WTA Finals, 2nd Set Adjustments, Positive Mindset, & More

Dan Kiernan is the coach of Gaby Dabrowski who just won the 2024 WTA Finals alongside her partner Erin Routliffe.I spoke with Dan a few days after winning the title in Riyadh. He shares: ---Behind the scenes stories from the Finals. ---How his coaching process has changed over the last 18 months with Gaby. ---What types of adjustments the team made from 1st to 2nd set in different matches. Dan is one of my favorite guests because of his ability to share messages through stories. Doubles fans and players of any level can benefit from listening to Dan's advice.The membership is live and discounted through this Sunday only. <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/membership'>**Sign up here**</a>----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

20 Nov 2024

54 MINS

54:51

20 Nov 2024

#203

3 Reasons to Get to the Net Even if Your Volleys Stink

Do you prefer to play doubles from the baseline or net? I'm better at the net but often get lazy and have to remind myself to get up there and quit hanging out in the back of the court.This episode reminds the baseliners (and me) the benefits of getting to the net.You'll learn: ---Three reasons to move forward ---Why I think many people aren't comfortable at the net (but should go anyway). ---What the win percentages say about the net vs the baseline. The Membership launches next Tuesday, November 19. Stay tuned for updates!----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

13 Nov 2024

18 MINS

18:56

13 Nov 2024

#202

Doubles Positioning Masterclass: Pros & Cons of Different Serve and Return Formations

Do you use different serve and return formations? You should be! This episode will cover the pros and cons of each formation. ---When to NOT use regular formation while serving. ---What is the best formation against BIG returners. ---When should I play 2-back while returning? This is a preview of my presentation from Tennis Con 8 which goes live today. To watch the full presentation, <a href='https://ttribe--tenniscon.thrivecart.com/tennis-con-8-plus-6-big-bonuses/66feedd7a5462/'>sign up here before 10/31</a>. Get lifetime <a href='https://ttribe--tenniscon.thrivecart.com/tennis-con-8-plus-6-big-bonuses-97/66feed549cc4c/'>access to all 40 presentations here</a>. ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

29 Oct 2024

23 MINS

23:22

29 Oct 2024

#201

Pete Freeman Interview: 8 Doubles Tips from Tennis Con

Peter Freeman hosts <a href='https://ttribe--tenniscon.thrivecart.com/tennis-con-8-plus-6-big-bonuses/66feedd7a5462/'>Tennis Con 8</a> starting next week. It's a free event where some of the best online tennis coaches present on different topics to help you improve your game.I asked Pete to share the best doubles lessons he's learned over the years from Tennis Con. We discuss eight lessons. 1--Gigi Fernandez's 123 Poaching Formula 2--Jorge Capestany's Doubles Dance 3--Ian Westermann's Angels in the Outfield 4--Roy Emerson's Play for your Partner (Bonus Never miss a return) 5--Will Boucek's It's not you, it's me approach 6--Gigi's Stagger formation 7--Will Hamilton's Racket Below Wrist Poach Tell 8--Gigi's Singles Approach Strategy for Doubles Pete and I always have great strategy discussions so I know you'll enjoy this one. <a href='https://ttribe--tenniscon.thrivecart.com/tennis-con-8-plus-6-big-bonuses/66feedd7a5462/'>Sign up for Tennis Con 8 here.</a>----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

23 Oct 2024

46 MINS

46:07

23 Oct 2024

#200

Bob Bryan Interview: Doubles Rule Changes, USA Captain, & The Huckleberry Play

Bob Bryan is a 23-time doubles grand slam champion (16 men's, 7 mixed), and Captain of the US Olympic and Davis Cup team. Bob and his brother, Mike, known as the Bryan Bros, are widely regarded as the greatest doubles team of all time.In this conversation with Bob, you'll hear us discuss potential rule changes that could help doubles, how he's transitioned from player to coach, his experience captaining at the Olympics where his US doubles teams beat Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Andy Murray, and won Silver and Bronze Medals, and more.Bob also shares how the game has changed over the last 20+ years and how he would train differently if starting his doubles career tomorrow. At the end, he shares one of his and Mike's favorite doubles strategies that club-level players should absolutely use.I hope to have Bob (and Mike) on more in the future as the show continues to grow and we try to help grow doubles. They've done more for doubles than anyone and it's inspiring to see them continue to be involved in our sport.----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

16 Oct 2024

29 MINS

29:58

16 Oct 2024

#199

Episode 200 AMA! Court Position, Lob Wars, Net Play Skills, & More

We celebrate Episode 200 of the Doubles Only Podcast with a live webinar where I answered your questions. Thanks to everyone who submitted questions and joined live 😀Topics covered included... ---Offensive vs defensive court positioning at the net. ---How to end or win the lob wars. ---Differences between volleys in singles & doubles. ---How to best train volleys for doubles. ---Why you shouldn't necessarily volley with "the edge of your racquet leading." ---and more... Thanks again to everyone who attended! I'm excited for the next 200 episodes.You can <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doubles-only-tennis-podcast/id1540160436'>leave a review of the podcast here.</a> This is one of the best ways to support and help others find the show. Thank you!Mentioned in this episode: ---<a href='https://www.amazon.com/Tennis-Phone-Mount-Smartphone-Improvements/dp/B09LQZZV5Z?&linkCode=ll1&tag=tt-best-gifts-20&linkId=e1e204614c020efbc43e0436cd70ddb8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl'>Fence Mount</a> ---<a href='https://www.functionaltennis.com/products/functional-tennis-saber?aff=tribe&utm_source=tribe&utm_medium=affiliate'>Functional Tennis Saber</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

10 Oct 2024

53 MINS

53:30

10 Oct 2024

#198

The Most Important Volley in Doubles: Lessons on the Serve +1

I recently released a 3-part doubles lesson on the most important volley in doubles... the Serve +1 volley. You can watch all 3 lessons below.This episode covers the serve +1 volley in even more detail, including my response to several Facebook and Instagram comments on the lessons. You'll learn how to practice the serve +1 volley, the different types of this volley, and several rules to follow to make it easier.Master this shot and everyone will want to be your doubles partner because they'll hold their serve so much more easily!Don't forget to join me for Episode 200 LIVE! <a href='https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sHAydq35SnKt18zaER4JNA'>Sign up here.</a>Watch all 3 lessons on the Serve +1 Volley below. ---<a href='https://youtube.com/shorts/DJTTQIsJkds?si=SXXrur-cfcDJ09em'>Part 1</a> ---<a href='https://youtube.com/shorts/PhfE0jcbhg4?si=CRS_en8F24Nkz_UI'>Part 2</a> ---<a href='https://youtube.com/shorts/NV7_aC63qKo?si=YHrSCB8_dLcHggef'>Part 3</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

02 Oct 2024

28 MINS

28:34

02 Oct 2024

#197

Ellen Perez Interview: Her Story, Lefty Advice, How to Slide, The Doubles Calendar, & More

Ellen Perez is world number 11 on the WTA Doubles Tour, with seven career titles. In this interview, Ellen shares her tennis journey, WTA doubles serve, return, volley, groundstroke, rankings, and more.Here are a few topics we dive into: ---Learn the benefits of returning with backhands in the middle, which Ellen and her partner, Nicole Melichar-Martinez, do. ---Racquet customization. ---Ellen explains how she got her athletic prowess. ---Advice for left-handed players. ---Known for her speed and epic slides, Ellen explains the keys to a good slide on any surface. ---How she made the transition from singles to nearly full-time doubles. ---College tennis at the University of Georgia. ---Your questions from Twitter & Instagram including mixed doubles, her favorite potato style, the player's council, and more. At the end, Ellen shares what she would change to grow doubles. Whether you're a doubles fan or just curious about the world of professional doubles, this episode offers a comprehensive glimpse into the life and strategies of one of the best in the world. ---Follow Ellen on <a href='https://x.com/EllenPerez95'>Twitter</a> | <a href='https://www.instagram.com/ellenperez95/'>Instagram</a> ---Ellen might partner with <a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Max_Purcell'>Max Purcell</a> for mixed doubles at the Australian Open. ---Favorite tournament: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/italian-open-guide/'>Italian Open</a> ---Books: <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Open-Autobiography-Andre-Agassi/dp/0307268195?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fwiY5T71oh_C2L8lNzrp1zW2HpuAwvPwHezXP_qe2dRVLTRCr805FrWtIprbLrmIriEY2YazBiRmehgRNg9vRgp8BWqgYCKpUR2btmi5Wa71u4q5R5LsyAKVH1L0gCsYyENAcZTxicG-exhIirwtw0Y4IUNvSlFV9400cOv3sJHPf2sC3viRN9ULtEiw0foyfTLjyVdngirwu_mPezgn0hHIu5n3bdRGtTxHLbtxrjI.CZaInJDuYtE-jTNBjLowURbfeyz7RSCoW2P7S_7WFws&qid=1727273880&sr=1-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=tt-books-20&linkId=49be65a83685f50a02485bb4963d7ea5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl'>Open by Andre Agassi</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

25 Sep 2024

54 MINS

54:41

25 Sep 2024

#196

Tony Huber Interview: Jumping from 3.0/3.5 to 4.0/4.5, What You Misunderstand About Doubles, Where C...

Tony Huber is the former coach of multiple doubles world #1 players including Liezel Huber, Martina Navratilova, Cara Black, Lisa Raymond, Ai Sugiyama, Latisha Chan, and Sonia Mirza. Today he coaches adult club-level players and I absolutely love his approach to the game.This is one of those conversations that you'll want to listen to multiple times. I believe it will change the way you practice and play. We cover: ---Tony's favorite doubles drills to help adult players better understand how points are won and lost in doubles. ---The one error you must avoid to improve. ---How to level up from 3.0/3.5 to 4.0/4.5. ---What most player get wrong about how they win or lose. ---The 3rd String Theory (this will help your volleys a ton!) ---The most important shots in doubles. ---How to captain a winning USTA team ---and more... I expect this to be one of our most popular episodes and will have Tony on again. Mentioned in this interview: ---<a href='https://www.baselinevision.com/product'>Baseline Vision Camera</a> ---<a href='https://www.boltadvance.com/rackets'>The Bolt Tennis Racquet</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/australian-open-guide/'>Australian Open</a> & <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/cincinnati-open-guide/'>Cincinnati Open</a> ---<a href='https://www.amazon.com/Pressure-Tennis-Paul-Wardlaw/dp/0736001565?&linkCode=ll1&tag=tt-books-20&linkId=dd650acdbfb00562ecaa352bc0975c7e&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl'>Pressure Tennis by Paul Wardlaw</a> ---<a href='https://www.amazon.com/Freakonomics-Revised-Edition-audiobook/dp/B000TK5BS2?crid=28MGANNR8945W&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oSTfIAvfc-lp828NTmNLXah2ZK_fMAp655Rasgy8SqGGytG8-ghZHIkJF2OhD4IAtPlKF7esnmAS5xfrWvqWXsEBnqsFzMnpC0XYEQEYiD4svMK9-qdNVh_7sNED-fzXZtBQl_4MbiwhQNB57Tk1IH6ftZeVA06zwNcDGV7TiL20iLxIb4HOaIfBrJQ6h9DZJ8uSnWJlhZv7QI_xvQskNNYL18f5oEdtZ4dC_nu2jY4.eKAGlcOfwLhhEMVkRTeatSuUHFEcrpyLkV6jNgUEIjs&dib_tag=se&keywords=freakonomics&qid=1726608557&sprefix=freaka%2Caps%2C115&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=tt-books-20&linkId=b29e9c1d387fb7d0fbddb13a5e449350&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl'>Freakonomics by Steven D. Levitt</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>Mental Game Masterclass</a> ---<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training'>League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>25 Winning Doubles Tactics</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Return Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Serve Strategy for Doubles</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>Net Play Strategy for Doubles</a> ... Read more

19 Sep 2024

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:27

19 Sep 2024

#195

Swinging Volleys, Fake Technique, and How to Improve in Doubles with a Singles Coach

This is an AMA episode where I cover three questions from you. I chose these doubles topics because they haven't been covered on the podcast before. ---How to use the swinging volley in doubles. ---What is the proper technique when faking at the net? ---How can you improve at doubles when most coaches focus on singles? If you have other questions you'd like me to answer on the podcast, email me: <a href='Mailto: will@thetennistribe.com'>will@thetennistribe.com</a>----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

16 Sep 2024

24 MINS

24:07

16 Sep 2024

#194

Fabio Molle Interview: Improve Footwork & Hit a Cleaner Ball with the Functional Tennis Saber

Fabio Molle is the founder of Functional Tennis, a company that created products to help tennis players improve. Their Saber is one of the only training tools that I use and highly recommend to doubles players.In this episode, Fabio shares the story of the Functional Tennis Saber, how it is made, and why so many pro-level players are using it including Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka, Harri Heliovaara, Joe Salisbury, and more.I personally love the Saber for my volleys because it helps me consistently find the sweetspot and hit a cleaner ball. However, Fabio considers it a footwork tool.If you are serious about improving your volleys and doubles game overall, the Saber is a must-have product. I promise it will make you a better player. ---<a href='https://www.functionaltennis.com/collections/saber?aff=tribe&utm_source=tribe&utm_medium=affiliate'>You can purchase your Saber here.</a> ---Listen to the <a href='https://www.functionaltennis.com/pages/the-functional-tennis-podcast'>Functional Tennis Podcast</a> (<a href='https://www.functionaltennis.com/blogs/the-functional-tennis-podcast/doubles-strategist-will-boucek'>my episode here</a>) ---Follow <a href='https://www.instagram.com/functionaltennis/'>Functional Tennis on Instagram</a> ---More at <a href='https://www.functionaltennis.com/?aff=tribe&utm_source=tribe&utm_medium=affiliate'>www.functionaltennis.com</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

04 Sep 2024

46 MINS

46:56

04 Sep 2024

#193

Reduce These Errors, Improve Your Game: The Stokke 6 for Doubles

For the strategy nerds... Jonathan Stokke joins the show for a second time as we discuss his Stokke Six. What are the Stokke Six? Simply put, they are errors to avoid that will dramatically improve your game. And I mean dramatically.Jonathan and I could talk strategy and tactics for days. He's one of my favorite coaches because of his ability to simplify the game and help players focus on the most effective things that lead to winning tennis.We dive deep into the most common errors: ---During the first four shots (the most important!) ---Why net errors frustrate Jonathan so much ---How to reduce your double faults ---Your one goal for the serve +1 and return +1 ---Specific drills to improve the Stokke Six ---and more... Jonathan's last episode was one of our most popular and I know this one will be as well. Listen to our first conversation here: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/jonathan-stokke-interview/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/jonathan-stokke-interview/</a> ---<a href='https://www.instagram.com/stokketennis/'>Instagram: @stokketennis</a> ---<a href='https://www.youtube.com/@StokkeTennis'>Youtube: stokketennis</a> ---<a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseline-intelligence-with-jonathan-stokke/id1602516705'>Baseline Intelligence Podcast</a> ---<a href='https://baselineintelligence.substack.com/'>Baseline Intelligence Substack</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

28 Aug 2024

58 MINS

58:54

28 Aug 2024

#192

Rajeev Ram & Austin Krajicek on Their Silver Medal Olympic Experience, Beating Nadal & Alcaraz

🎾🥈 Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram won an Olympic Silver medal for Team USA at the 2024 Olympics. I spoke with them a few weeks after the Olympics to hear about their experience in Paris, beating Rafael Nadal & Carlos Alcaraz, working with the Bryan Bros, and more.We talked about how difficult it was to close out their quarterfinal match against Nadal and Alcaraz with the crowd so against them. What were they feeling and saying in those moments? They also shared how "comforting" it was to have the doubles GOATs, Bob and Mike Bryan, in Paris with them. At the end, they share the overall Olympic experience and how it felt to be there with Team USA.Rajeev and Austin will both compete at the US Open next week, and I'll be there as well. Watch them and all the doubles action on ESPN Plus. If you're attending in person, let me know. I'd love to meet you.<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/camp/'>Doubles Camp</a>It's August 29-31 during the US Open and I only have 4 spots left! ---Sign up at <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/camp/'>www.thetennistribe.com/camp/</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

21 Aug 2024

22 MINS

22:05

21 Aug 2024

#191

Bethanie Mattek-Sands & Sofia Kenin Interview from Toronto

This is a post-match interview with Bethanie Mattek-Sands and Sofia Kenin from the National Bank Open in Toronto. We spoke with them after a very close victory where they saved six match points.Bethanie and Sonya share insights into their strategies and conversations during the match, including how they stayed positive when down a set and a break. These two are a ton of fun to listen to because they're so transparent with their game plans and love to talk strategy.Shout out to Mike McIntyre from the Match Point Canada podcast for the cover photo for this one.----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

14 Aug 2024

15 MINS

15:17

14 Aug 2024

#190

Aldila Sutjiadi Interview: From Indonesia to Kentucky to the WTA Tour

Aldila Sutjiadi is the 37th-ranked doubles player on the WTA Tour. Born in Indonesia and 2x doubles All-American at Kentucky, Aldila has a fascinating story.Tennis Tribe writer, Hanlon Walsh and I spoke with her on the grounds at the National Bank Open in Toronto. We discussed her story, how and why she plays with doubles partners with contrasting styles (loved this answer), mixed doubles, and more.While I love the tactics and strategy, I want to start diving deeper into the stories behind these great doubles players so you can get to know them better and become bigger fans of these under-the-radar tennis stars. Aldila's journey was a great place to start.----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

11 Aug 2024

28 MINS

28:45

11 Aug 2024

#189

Olympic Doubles Recap: Scouting Nadal, Alcaraz, Murray, & More

Team USA finished with two doubles medals at the Olympics. Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek won Silver while Tommy Paul and Taylor Fritz took home Bronze.In this episode, I share three more lessons I learned providing strategy and scouting analysis for Team USA. ---How to beat Nadal & Alcaraz. ---The Andy Murray tendency. ---The two most important shots in doubles. These lessons will help players of all skill levels. Not just the pros ;)Only 5 spots left in our doubles camp! ---Sign up here: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/camp/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/camp/</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

08 Aug 2024

22 MINS

22:42

08 Aug 2024

#188

Olympic Doubles Lessons: The Lob Return, Experiment Early, & Attack Strengths

The Olympics are underway, and Team USA is off to a great start in doubles. In this episode, I share 3 lessons I've learned from scouting and analyzing data & video for Team USA over the past week. ---Who should be using the lob return? ---Why you need to be experimenting earlier and more often than you think. ---How to handle a BIG forehand. No matter which country you support, watch the doubles from Paris all week long. In the US, you can watch on Peacock.Enjoy the Olympics!#WatchMoreDOUBLES----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

31 Jul 2024

17 MINS

17:42

31 Jul 2024

#187

Bruce Lipka Interview: World #1 Doubles Coach, Mindset for Improvement, & How to Play the Net

Bruce Lipka is the coach of WTA #1 doubles player, Erin Routliffe. He has coached over twenty top 100 ATP and WTA players, won USPTA Tour Coach of the Year three times, and now is the head men's coach at Penn State.Erin has improved immensely under Bruce's coaching, and it's something I've personally noticed since watching Erin over the past few years. In our discussion, we talk about her improvement, as well as specific drills that you can use.Bruce has been the Director of Tennis at Woodmont Country Club in Maryland for the past 25 years where he worked with club players. His principles-based thinking provides a proven improvement process for players at every level. ---How Erin has gone from outside the top 50 to world #1. ---The best drills to improve your net game. ---Why Bruce offered a one-hour tennis lesson for $1,500. ---Exactly how Bruce and Erin structure practices. ---Drills for club-level players. ---and more... He also answered many of your questions from Instagram and Twitter towards the end.Bruce is one of the top coaches I've had on the podcast and I expect this episode to be a big hit for players and fans. You might listen twice to absorb all this doubles knowledge.See the shownotes for this episode here: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/bruce-lipka-interview/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/bruce-lipka-interview/</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

24 Jul 2024

1 HR 32 MINS

1:32:34

24 Jul 2024

#186

3 Lessons from Wimbledon: Return Mistakes, Fast Courts, & Maximizing Practice

This episode covers three lessons I learned from watching the men's doubles final at Wimbledon as well as a private lesson that made me sad... 1--Return team lesson - If you're having trouble breaking serve, you might be making one of these two mistakes. 2--Serving on a fast court - How should your serve tactics change on grass? or a fast indoor hard court? 3--Maximizing practice - I recently watched a private lesson from a few courts away. They didn't even finish one basket of balls in the entire hour. Why is that a problem? ---US Open Doubles Camp: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/camp/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/camp/</a> ---Return Cheatsheet: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-cheatsheet/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-cheatsheet/</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

17 Jul 2024

18 MINS

18:28

17 Jul 2024

#185

James Cerretani Interview: Gratitude, Growth Mindset, & Love for Doubles

James Cerretani is a former ATP doubles player with a career-high ranking of #45 in the world. He won four ATP doubles titles, made the Wimbledon quarterfinals twice, and played college tennis at Brown where he is in their Hall of Fame.James joined the team of Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic earlier this year to help improve their performance. I spoke with Marcelo a few weeks ago in a previous episode and was excited to hear about the two-week run to the Roland Garros title from a different perspective on their team.James and I discuss. ---His role on Marcelo & Mate's team and how he spent his time during and between matches. ---Why gratitude can help you in tennis and life. ---What "growth mindset" means and why it's important for peak performance. ---How to "rep your mindset" & why you should, similar to how you rep your serve. This is a deep dive into the mental side of the game, an area I've not covered on the podcast a ton, so it was great to get James's expertise. At the end, Jamie shares his favorite tournament, books, and how we can make doubles more popular. ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

10 Jul 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:08

10 Jul 2024

#184

Storm Hunter Interview: Recovery, Lefty Strategy, & Aussie Wildlife

Storm Hunter is one of the best doubles players on the WTA tour over the last several seasons. She's a Wimbledon finalist (2023), world #1, and US Open mixed doubles champion (2022).Unfortunately, the 2024 season was cut short for Storm as she suffered a torn Achilles in April. I spoke with her from Australia in June as she continues rehab. We discussed her timeline for recovery and her success on the court over the past few seasons.Here are a few topics we cover. ---When does she expect to return to pro tennis? ---How has she been able to succeed with a variety of doubles partners who have different game styles? Caroline Dolehide, Elise Mertens, Katerina Siniakova... ---Why Storm started playing tennis right-handed. ---What does she do differently in mixed vs women's doubles? ---Strategy advice for lefty's and righty's who are playing with a lefty. ---Which of her Aussie teammates would do best in a fight with their scary wildlife? 🤣 You'll get some great insights into life on the pro tour, Storm's childhood, and tons of doubles strategy in this episode. We hope to see Storm back soon!See the shownotes for this episode here: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/storm-hunter-interview/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/storm-hunter-interview/</a>----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

03 Jul 2024

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:47

03 Jul 2024

#183

Marcelo Arevalo Interview: The Highs & Lows of Winning a Major

Marcelo Arevalo is a top 10 doubles player on the ATP Tour who recently won Roland Garros for the second time in three years. In this episode, he shares his experience winning the French Open again.One of the things that makes tennis so difficult is the sustained focus required to win. This can create mental fatigue and stress. Marcelo doesn't dance around that topic in this episode. Instead of the typical canned responses you hear during post-match interviews, he shares how difficult it was during and after winning the tournament.He also explains: ---A strategic adjustment he and his partner, Mate Pavic, made to turn around their semifinal match against the top seeds after dropping the first set. ---What he's learned from his new partner, a 7x major champion himself, this year. ---His thoughts on how to make doubles more popular. If you're not a Marcelo fan yet, you will be after. He's an incredibly positive and generous guy with great energy on the court. Vamos Chelo!See the shownotes for this episode here: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/marcelo-arevalo-interview/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/marcelo-arevalo-interview/</a>----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

26 Jun 2024

26 MINS

26:13

26 Jun 2024

#182

Paul McNamee Interview: Hsieh Su-wei Stories, Team Roles, Strengths & Weaknesses, & Doubles Strategy

Paul McNamee is one of the best doubles players AND doubles coaches of all time. He has four men's doubles major titles, plus a Wimbledon mixed title. Today, he's best known for being the mastermind coach behind one of the best and most entertaining doubles players in today's game, Hsieh Su-wei. Paul joined me as the grass court season was just getting started. We chatted about his career, doubles strategy, and of course, Su-wei. ---How does Paul create a game plan for Hsieh with new doubles partners? ---Why he switched from a one to a two-handed backhand during his career (he's the only pro player to do this successfully) ---How often Hsieh breaks her strings - funny story 🤣 --- The different roles Hsieh has played during her most recent major titles - French Open (Wang), Wimbledon (Strycova), Australian Open (Mertens) There are few people on the planet with as much doubles knowledge as Paul so this is an episode you might listen to more than once. You'll learn something new every time. See the shownotes for this episode here: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/paul-mcnamee-interview/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/paul-mcnamee-interview/</a>----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

18 Jun 2024

55 MINS

55:22

18 Jun 2024

#181

Angela Kulikov Interview: On Net Skills, Dealing with Injury, & Doubles Strategy

Angela Kulikov is a WTA doubles player with a career-high ranking of 57 in the world. She played college tennis at USC where she was the #1 doubles player in the country. She joins me from California as she rehabs an ankle injury.We discussed her wide array of hobbies including flag football, coaching tennis, and now, golf. She shares her path to becoming a professional tennis player and how she's dealt with injuries, using them to reset and propel her game forward.You'll learn: ---How Angela improved her game during COVID. ---Why she and her partner, Sophie Chang, play two-back on her 2nd serve. ---The "contingency" or "sparkle" serve play. ---How she thinks about using different serve formations. ---A serve and volley drill that helps with timing the first volley. ---The Reuleaux Triangle framework to follow at the net. ---Angela's GAT method for decision-making during points (this is at the very end). Finally, she shares a few book recommendations, her favorite tournament, and how to make doubles more popular.Angela has a great doubles mind and we'll plan on a round two with her to discuss the psychology of doubles (she has a master's degree in applied psychology). Hopefully, we'll see her back on court soon.Mentioned in this episode: ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/sophie-chang-interview/'>Sophie Chang Interview</a> ---<a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/wp-content/uploads/doubles-triangle.jpg'>Doubles Reuleaux Triangle</a> See the shownotes for this episode here: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/angela-kulikov-interview/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/angela-kulikov-interview/</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** ---New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/</a> **Doubles Strategy Courses** These video courses will help you play smarter doubles and make winning easier. ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles - The Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/net-play-strategy-for-doubles</a> ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics Video Course:<a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics'> https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/25-winning-doubles-tactics</a> ---Mental Game Masterclass: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/the-mental-game-masterclass</a> ---League Doubles Training Masterclass Video Course: <a href='https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training?coupon_code=LEAGUE30&product_id=5173113'>https://the-tennis-tribe.teachable.com/p/league-doubles-training</a> **Doubles Ebooks** These guides offer proven advice to improve your doubles strategy. ---25 Winning Doubles Tactics: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/25-winning-doubles-tactics/</a> ---Return Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Serve Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ---Net Play Strategy for Doubles: <a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/'>https://www.thetennistribe.com/net-play-strategy-for-doubles-ebook/</a> ... Read more

12 Jun 2024

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:47

12 Jun 2024

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