Category Archives for "Opinion"

TFP 187: Q&A Edition – Forehand Power, Second Serve Consistency, Concentration Tips, and More!

On Episode 187 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn how to increase your forehand power, develop second serve consistency, improve your concentration, fitness, and more on this Q&A edition of the show!I receive a ton of questions from the Tennis Files community on a wide range of topics, from technique and strategy to fitness […]

TFP 177: The Best Fitness and Sleep Trackers of 2020

On Episode 177 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn about the best fitness and sleep trackers of 2020!With technology evolving every day and the increasing importance of having statistics and metrics on our performance, a discussion about the best wearable devices is overdue. Using one or more of these devices can have a very […]

TFP 171: How to Transform Your Tennis Strokes with Davor Dekaris

On Episode 171 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I interviewed USPTA Elite Professional, Davor Dekaris, about drills and techniques to help you transform your tennis strokes.Davor is a Stroke Development & High Performance Coordinator at Stone Creek Club and Spa. He was previously a tennis instructor in Berlin for 10 years. He also played on […]

TFP 170: Pro Strategies and Techniques with Joel Myers

On Episode 170 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with USPTA Elite Professional Joel Myers about pro strategies and techniques to help you level up your tennis game.Joel is a world-class tennis coach in San Diego at Coronado Tennis Center and was a 3-time collegiate All American. He was ranked in the Top 10 […]

TFP 163: 8 Ways to Generate Massive Topspin

On Episode 163 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’re going to learn 8 ways to generate massive topspin.Topspin is an extremely important part of tennis, and I’ve heard from many players that they want to hit with more topspin on their strokes. Topspin helps you avoid errors, hit higher over the net, and makes life […]

TFP 162: The Best Tennis Racquets for Your Game with Jean-Pierre Jounier

On Episode 162 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with French tennis coach Jean-Pierre Jounier about the most important factors you need to consider when choosing a tennis racquet.A lot of tennis players make the costly mistake of picking a racquet based on their favorite player, what their friends use, or even worse, how […]

TFP 160: 7 Do’s and Don’ts for Doubles Players

On Episode 160 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I discuss 7 key do’s and don’ts for doubles players.I played mostly singles as a junior player. So I really had no idea about what the fundamentals of doubles were, how to move, and even how to volley very well because I spent just about every minute […]

TFP 159: 7 Do’s and Don’ts in Singles Matches (4.5 Level)

On Episode 159 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’re going to learn 7 key do’s and don’ts in your singles matches.Strategy, unlike technique, is something that you can implement immediately that will make a big impact in your matches. With technique, while the benefits are huge, and you should absolutely work on it, strategy doesn’t […]

TFP 084: Tim Bainton — Thinking Outside the Service Box

On Episode 84 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with Tim Bainton about how he persevered through many hardships and obstacles to become an extremely well-known and highly sought out expert in the tennis industry. Tim is the Founder for all Blue Chip Sports Management (BCSM), is certified at the highest professional levels, including being […]

8 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Obsess Over USTA Ratings

  Many USTA league players drive themselves crazy over NTRP ratings. And I don’t blame them.  The NTRP rating is supposed to be a reflection of the year you had and determines what leagues you can play in.  It’s also fun to anticipate how your match results and  a computer algorithm assesses your game. But […]