Category Archives for Tips

TFP 091: Will Hamilton - Lessons Learned From The Game's Greatest

TFP 091: Will Hamilton — Lessons Learned From The Game’s Greatest

On Episode 91 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with Will Hamilton from Fuzzy Yellow Balls about the top lessons he’s learned from working with the greatest tennis players and coaches on the planet.  I previously interviewed Will on my tennis summit and decided to bring our conversation to the podcast so that you […]

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TFP090: 5 of My Favorite Doubles Plays to Take Control of Matches

TFP 090: 5 of My Favorite Doubles Plays to Take Control of Matches

On Episode 90 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I walk through 5 of my favorite doubles plays that you should use to disrupt your opponent’s rhythm and take control of matches.  Maybe you’ve heard of some or all of these plays, but it is clear to me that not enough of you are using them to […]

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TFP 085: Bill Kellogg — How to Create and Sustain Thriving Tennis Clubs

TFP 085: Bill Kellogg — How to Create and Sustain Thriving Tennis Clubs

On Episode 85 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with Bill Kellogg about how he has transformed tennis clubs into hugely successful programs, and his incredible experiences both playing and contributing to the advancement of tennis by wearing many different hats in the industry. Bill is the President of La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, […]

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TFP 080: Q&A 4.5+ Edition — Re-tooling Your Strokes, Backhand Tips, Serve Consistency, Returning, Advanced Drills and More!

TFP 080: Q&A 4.5+ Edition — Re-tooling Your Strokes, Backhand Tips, Serve Consistency, Returning, Advanced Drills and More!

On Episode 80 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I am back to answering questions that I’ve received from tennis players like you about how to re-tool your strokes, topspin and slice backhand tips, serving more consistently, advanced drills, staying mentally tough and more!  I routinely receive emails asking questions about all things tennis, and I […]

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TFP 075: Q&A Edition — Anticipation, Fitness, Consistency, Technique and More!

TFP 075: Q&A Edition — Anticipation, Fitness, Consistency, Technique and More!

On Episode 75 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I answer questions that I’ve received from tennis players like you about anticipation, fitness, consistency, technique, and more!  I routinely receive emails asking questions about all things tennis, and I picked out seven of them to answer on the podcast today.   I really enjoy receiving emails from […]

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TFP 073: 10 Tips to Supercharge Your Tennis Game

TFP 073: 10 Tips to Supercharge Your Tennis Game

On Episode 73 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I highlight 10 tips that can supercharge your tennis game.  These tips are from 10 of my previous podcast guests, and I wanted to highlight them in this episode because if you implement them, you will reach the next level in your game.  After each tip, I […]

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TFP 070: From Top Junior to World-Class Tennis Coach with Peter Freeman

TFP 070: From Top Junior to World-Class Tennis Coach with Peter Freeman

On Episode 70 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with my good friend Peter Freeman about his journey from a top junior to teaching tennis players worldwide how to level up their tennis games.  Pete is the founder of Crunch Time Coaching, and does an amazing job of creating tennis videos and other great content […]

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TFP 067: How Leon Vessels Became a Practice Partner for the Pros

TFP 067: How Leon Vessels Became a Practice Partner for the Pros

On Episode 67 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with Leon Vessels about how he became a practice partner for top ATP and WTA pros.  Leon has practiced with Alexander Zverev, Kei Nishikori, Grigor Dmitrov, Eugenie Bouchard, Gael Monfils, John Isner, Janko Tipsarevic, Alexandr Dolgopolov, Rajeev Ram, and countless other top ranked players.  I […]

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TFP 065: How Denis Kudla's Obsession with Tennis Turned Into a Pro Career

TFP 065: How Denis Kudla’s Obsession with Tennis Turned Into a Pro Career

On Episode 65 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with ATP world #73 Denis Kudla about how his obsession with tennis turned into a pro career.  Denis turned pro as teenager and has had his share of ups and downs, but through it all his passion for the game and excellent support system has […]

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TFP 064: Interviews with David Goffin, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Donald Young and more at the 2018 Citi Open

TFP 064: Interviews with David Goffin, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Donald Young and more at the 2018 Citi Open!

On Episode 64 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll hear several of my interviews with some of the best tennis players in the world and my top takeways from them to help improve your tennis game.  I spoke one-on-one with David Goffin, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Donald Young, Marcos Baghdatis, Hyeon Chung, and Thai-Son Kwiatkowski at the […]

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