Category Archives for Mindset
TFP 424: The Only 4 Areas Amateur Tennis Players Should Focus on in 2026 (with Peter Freeman)
On Episode 424 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I’m joined by my longtime friend and elite strategy and technique coach Peter Freeman to break down the only four areas amateur tennis players should focus on in 2026.Instead of chasing endless tips and techniques, Peter explains how simplifying your focus can dramatically improve match results—especially for […]
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TFP 411: What Poker Taught Me About Winning More Tennis Matches
On Episode 411 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I’ll reveal what poker taught me about winning more tennis matches.On this episode, you’ll learn a recap of The World Series of Poker why I competed in Las Vegas, the similarities between poker and tennis, how to improve decision-making under pressure, how to read your opponent and […]
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TFP 409: Why Tennis Knowledge Isn’t Power—with Peter Freeman
On Episode 409 of The Tennis Files Podcast, coach Peter Freeman from Crunch Time Coaching will talk about why tennis knowledge isn’t power.Pete has coached division 1 college players and has produced state level and national champions. He has been awarded the honor of USTA Georgia Pro of the Year. He has also coached under […]
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TFP 405: Preparing for Intense Practices, Developing Consistency, and the Keys to Improving Your Serve with Mike Digby – From the 2022 archives
[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022]On Episode 405 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with tennis coach Mike Digby about how he prepares for intense practices, develops consistency, and the keys to improving your serve.Mike is currently coaching at Soto Tennis Academy in Spain. He is a former […]
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TFP 400: Simple Strategies to Win More Singles and Doubles Matches with Jonathan Stokke – From the 2022 archives
[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022]On Episode 400 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with tennis coach and fellow podcaster Jonathan Stokke about simple strategies to win more singles and doubles matches.Jonathan hosts the Baseline Intelligence Podcast and is a tennis coach in Charleston, South Carolina. He spent […]
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TFP 399: Deliberate Practice and the Keys to Winning in College and Junior Tennis with Jonathan Stokke – From the 2022 archives
[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022]On Episode 399 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with tennis coach and fellow podcaster Jonathan Stokke about deliberate practice and the keys to winning in college and junior tennis.Jonathan hosts the Baseline Intelligence Podcast and is a tennis coach in Charleston, South […]
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TFP 398: 5 Traits That All Champions Have In Common with Emma Doyle – From the 2022 archives
[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022]On Episode 398 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I interviewed high-performance tennis and corporate coach Emma Doyle about the traits that all champions have in common.Emma is an expert instructor, communicator, and mentor, and has helped several professional tennis players reach their potential on […]
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TFP 394: Effective Communication in Tennis with Adam Blicher
On Episode 359 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I’ll walk you through the 5 lessons I learned from winning the 2024 Asian Games. On the show, you’ll learn the recap of my matches, return tips, how to have consistent wins, how to reduce errors, how to utilize your strengths to win matches, and much more!I really […]
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TFP 393: Q&A Edition — Overcoming Nerves, Serve Power, and Consistent Groundstrokes
On Episode 359 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I’ll walk you through the 5 lessons I learned from winning the 2024 Asian Games. On the show, you’ll learn the recap of my matches, return tips, how to have consistent wins, how to reduce errors, how to utilize your strengths to win matches, and much more!I really […]
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TFP 392: From The Big Screen to The Tennis Court with Coach Christopher Crabb – From the 2022 archives
On Episode 359 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I’ll walk you through the 5 lessons I learned from winning the 2024 Asian Games. On the show, you’ll learn the recap of my matches, return tips, how to have consistent wins, how to reduce errors, how to utilize your strengths to win matches, and much more!I really […]
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