Rock & Rally Tennis Podcasts

Tennis Tip #102: Avoid Negative Terminology? Just Keep It Real!

Superadmin — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 23:40:50 +0000

Should you avoid using so-called “negative” terminology or descriptions when it comes to assessing your own game? We share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, tip, instruction, serve, game, assess, real, negative, weak, vulnerable, player, coach

Tennis Tip #101: Is A Particular Tip, Instruction Or Advice Relevant To You?

Superadmin — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 23:38:57 +0000

As a player, you will come across or receive a wide array of tips, instruction or advice from a myriad sources throughout your tennis journey. Thus, it goes without saying how important it is to determine if a tip, piece of instruction or advice is relevant or applicable to you. We share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, game, set, match, court, point, focus, tip, instruction, advice, process, outcome, routine. recreation, skill

Tennis Tip #100: Adjust To The New Normal With These Fun Drills!

Superadmin — Sun, 31 May 2020 22:08:31 +0000

Aside from health and safety precautions, one of the main adjustments many recreational players must make to the new normal in tennis is transitioning to singles from doubles practice and play. We share some fun ways to keep your game sharp as you make the transition.

Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, game, set, match, court, point, focus, adjust, singles, doubles, strategy, tactic, recreation, player, half, sideline, baseline

Tennis Tip #99: Swing Hard Or Swing Fast?

Superadmin — Thu, 14 May 2020 00:18:20 +0000

We share our thoughts and insights on the age old question in tennis: Should you swing hard or swing fast? Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, game, set, match, court, point, focus, mindset, swing, hard, fast, racket, speed, velocity, muscle, stroke, quality, consistency, error, efficiency

Tennis Tip #98: Boost Your Net Game; Employ The Neutral Volley!

Superadmin — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 22:31:14 +0000

Employ the neutral volley! Improve your net game; win more points, games and matches! We share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, court, point, focus, mindset, margin, net, volley, neutral, offensive, coronavirus, placement, percentage, margin, aggressive, Federer

Match Points Q&A #21

Superadmin — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 01:01:33 +0000

Welcome to another “Match Points” segment where we field questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #21, we share our insights on: (1) developing greater consistency; (2) keys to a good overhead; and (3) maintaining your level of play in a match when you fatigue. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, court, point, question, focus, mindset, fundamental, margin, net, volley, overhead, footwork, preparation, recovery, OMG, WTH

Tennis Tip #97: How To Beat The Looper!

Superadmin — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 20:56:17 +0000

Playing against “loopers” — i.e. players who hit primarily “loopy” topspin shots — can often be a challenging and frustrating experience. Listen to our podcast, as we share a couple of ways to beat the looper! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, loop, moon, ball, pusher, defense, topspin, baseline, net, approach, serve, volley, overhead, shrink, court

Tennis Tip #96: The Common Misconception About A Popular Doubles Tactic!

Superadmin — Sat, 22 Feb 2020 03:01:58 +0000

For doubles teams who employ the 1 Up / 1 Back formation; this podcast is for you! Listen to our podcast, as we share our thoughts and insights on this topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, ball, baseline, volley, doubles, offense, defense, neutral, formation, up, down, service, net

2020 Australian Open Recap!

Superadmin — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 01:40:00 +0000

Congratulations to the 2020 Australian Open champions — Sofia Kenin; and Novak Djokovic! Listen to our 2020 Australian Open recap for our takeaways from the year’s first major, along with thoughts on Kenin, Muguruza, Serena, Barty, Djokovic, Nadal, Federer, Thiem and others. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, 2020, 2019, Australian, French, Wimbledon, U.S., Open, Kenin, Muguruza, Barty, Halep, Serena, Gauff, Qiang, Wang, Djokovic, Nadal, Federer, Thiem, Raonic, Zverev, Kokkinakis, Millman, champion, slam, major, defense, offense, topspin

Tennis Tip #95: Passing Shots – Don’t Just Rip It! Dip It!

Superadmin — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 23:43:50 +0000

When it comes to passing shots, many players these days are all about hitting with high “mph”. But often times, what makes for an effective passing shot is not only pure pace; it’s also the action on the ball. Listen to our podcast, as we share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, ball, spin, pass, volley, dip, doubles, offense, defense, neutral, string, racket

2020 Australian Open Preview

Superadmin — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 02:14:20 +0000

It’s 2020 — a new year; new decade; new tennis season! The year’s first Grand Slam is fast approaching! Who will be crowned the 2020 Australian Open Women’s and Men’s champions when all is said and done? Will Barty continue her reign at #1? Will Serena finally capture her Grand Slam Singles title #24? Will the Big Three maintain its stranglehold on the majors? Or will there be the breakthrough by the Next Three (Medvedev, Thiem, Tsitsipas)? Find out who our favorites are to win the year’s first major, as we share our thoughts and insights. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, 2019, Australian, French, Wimbledon, U.S., Open, Barty, Pliskova, Osaka, Halep, Serena, Svitolina, Kvitova, Sabalenka, Bertens, Keys, Djokovic, Nadal, Federer, Medvedev, Thiem, Tsitsipas, champion, slam, major, defense, offense

New Year’s Resolution For 2020!

Superadmin — Sun, 29 Dec 2019 23:42:53 +0000

As we embark on a new year and decade, we’d like to share our top New Year’s resolution! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, coach, player, teacher, mentor, team, skill, ambassador, year, new, competitor, student, person, sport

Match Points Q&A #20

Superadmin — Fri, 27 Dec 2019 00:13:30 +0000

Welcome to another “Match Points” segment where we field questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #20, we share our insights on: (1) the importance of a healthy mindset versus players you believe you should beat; (2) making good use of the time spent waiting for playing partners to arrive; and (3) bringing your game from practice court to center court. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, court, point, question, offense, lob, baseline, groundstroke, backhand, forehand, slice, serve, topspin, entitled, overconfidence, practice, repetition

Tennis Tip #94: Strive for Optimum Balance Rather Than “Good” Balance!

Superadmin — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 00:14:28 +0000

“Good” balance is commonly misunderstood. In this podcast, we discuss the notion of “good” balance; “good enough” balance; and “optimum” balance. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, player, forehand, backhand, serve, volley, footwork, balance, optimum, movement, strike, recover

Chasing Federer: Djokovic And Nadal Can Still Improve Their Games!

Superadmin — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 00:02:52 +0000

Can Djokovic and Nadal still improve their games? We believe the answer is a resounding, “Yes!” In this podcast, we discuss the specific areas of Djokovic’s and Nadal’s respective games that we believe can be improved. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, player, backhand, line, serve, volley, clay, grass, overhead, slam, major, Djokovic, Nadal, Federer, Australian, U.S., open

Tennis Tip #93: Know Yourself And Your Game; You’ve Gotta Be You!

Superadmin — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 23:18:29 +0000

Knowing your game and yourself as a player is essential to playing your best tennis. In this podcast, we discuss the age-old expression in sports: “Know your game!” / “Know yourself!”. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, player, forehand, serve, volley, footwork, clay, slam, major, Federer, del Potro, Becker, McEnroe, Edberg

Tennis Tip #92: Add These High Value Shots To Your Game!

Superadmin — Tue, 01 Oct 2019 22:53:45 +0000

Want to know which two shots every recreational and club player should add to their arsenal? We share our thoughts and insights on how these commonly overlooked shots can help raise your game to another level. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, backhand, serve, slice, chip, offers, defensive, moon, footwork, beginner, intermediate, advance, player, variety, versatility, Federer

Post-2019 U.S.Open: Thoughts On Andreescu

Superadmin — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 07:30:24 +0000

Congratulations to Bianca Adreescu for winning her first U.S. Open and career Grand Slam singles title! We share our thoughts and insights on Andreescu, including: Will she be the dominant champion for years to come; and be the true successor to Serena? Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, 2019, U.S., Open, Andreescu, Serena, Osaka, Halep, Kerber, Nadal, Indian, Wells, Rogers, physical, mental, champion, grand, slam, major, adjust, defense, offense

2019 U.S. Open Preview!

Superadmin — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 21:54:47 +0000

The 2019 U.S. Open begins next week! Will Ash Barty cap off a breakthrough year with her second major of 2019? Will Naomi Osaka make it two US Opens in a row? It’s going to be Djokovic, Federer or Nadal holding the trophy, right? (Again?! ^-^) We share our thoughts and insights on the year’s final major. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, 2019, Australian, French, Wimbledon, U.S., Open, Osaka, Barty, Halep, Pliskova, Kerber, Stephens, Svitolina, Serena, Andreescu, Kvitova, Venus, Keys, Muguruza, Djokovic, Federer, Nadal, Tsitsipas, Kyrgios, Rogers, champion, groundstroke, grand, slam, major, defense, offense, versatile, court, Cincinnati, Washington

Tennis Tip #91: Tweaking Your Strokes? Check Your Grip First!

Superadmin — Sat, 10 Aug 2019 10:35:44 +0000

Tweaking your strokes? The solution may be hiding in plain sight! In this podcast, we share our thoughts and insights on how small adjustments to your grip can dramatically improve your strokes. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, player, grip, forehand, backhand, serve, volley, junk, Eastern, Western, Continental, slice, chip, adjust

Match Points Q&A #19

Superadmin — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 04:17:35 +0000

Welcome to another “Match Points” segment where we field questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #19, we share our insights on: (1) unique aspects of playing on clay; (2) the key to hitting effective offensive lobs; and (3) outlook on Stefanos Tsitsipas. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, point, question, clay, hard, court, spin, slice, bounce, angle, trajectory, depth, footing, disguise, power, mindset, offense, defense, lob, baseline, groundstroke, backhand, forehand, Federer, Nadal, Tsitsipas, French, Wimbledon, Monte Carlo, Madrid, London, U.S. Open, Netherlands, Portugal

Tip #90: Winning Against Opponents Who Play From ‘No Man’s Land’!

Superadmin — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 01:18:42 +0000

Having trouble against the doubles teams who play from “No Man’s Land”? They seem to get every ball back into play! In this podcast, we share our thoughts and insights on the keys to winning against these type of players. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, player, match, no, man, land, defense, offense, power, precision, control, spin, control, double, youth, young, mature, season, athletic, physical, experience, craftiness, dink, lob, volley, comfort, zone, attrition

Tip #89: Lower The String Tension For Greater Feel!

Superadmin — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 00:23:00 +0000

In the current era of “first strike” or power tennis, feel is often overlooked as an essential aspect of the game. In this podcast, we share our thoughts and insights on a simple way to increase feel on your shots: lower the string tension! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, player, match, feel, string, tension, tight, loose, high, low, forehand, backhand, power, control, spin, control, precision

2019 Wimbledon Recap!

Superadmin — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 17:16:50 +0000

What an awesome Wimbledon! Congratulations to the 2019 Wimbledon Women’s and Men’s champions – Simon Halep and Novak Djokovic! For Halep, this was her first Wimbledon singles crown and second Grand Slam singles title overall. For Djokovic, this was his fifth Wimbledon singles crown and 16th Grand Slam singles title overall. Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts and insights about the 2019 Wimbledon. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, 2019, first, 20, 18, 16, French, Wimbledon, U.S., Open, Halep, Serena, Barty, Djokovic, Federer, Nadal, Riske, Gauff, Venus, Azarenka, Svitolina, Hercog, champion, slam, major, baseline, forehand, backhand, line, net, volley, overhead.

2019 Wimbledon Preview!

Superadmin — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 02:18:09 +0000

The 2019 Wimbledon begins next week with a high level of excitement and anticipation. Among the top storylines: Ash Barty will enter Wimbledon as the new world #1, top Women’s seed, and clear favorite to win Wimbledon; the Big Three are all healthy and in top form; Andy Murray is back from hip surgery and will be playing doubles. We share our thoughts and insights on the year’s third major. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, 2019, Australian, French, Wimbledon, Barty, Halep, Pliskova, Kerber, Osaka, Stephens, Svitolina, Serena, Kvitova, Muguruza, Djokovic, Federer, Nadal, Tsitsipas, Anderson, Thiem, Zverev, Cilic, Isner, Khachanov, Murray, grass, double, champion, grand, slam, major, defense, offense

Tennis Tip #88: Making In-Match Adjustments Is A Walk In The P.A.R.C.!

Superadmin — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 22:48:34 +0000

Making adjustments during a match can be challenging, particularly in the heat of battle. In this podcast, we share our thoughts and insights on a simple approach to making in-match adjustments. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, player, match, serve, adjust, strategy, tactic, present, aware, recognize, commit

2019 French Open Recap (Men’s)

Superadmin — Mon, 10 Jun 2019 00:50:18 +0000

Another French Open; another Rafael Nadal victory! Congratulations to Nadal for his 12th French Open singles title! Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts and insights about the 2019 French Open. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, 2018, 2019, first, 20, 18, 15, French, Madrid, Rome, Nadal, Thiem, Djokovic, Federer, Tsitsipas, Wawrinka, champion, slam, major, injury, backhand, line, net, volley, overhead, carve, stick, technique, court, position

2019 French Open Recap (Women’s)

Superadmin — Sun, 09 Jun 2019 22:26:58 +0000

Congratulations to the 2019 French Open Women’s champion: Ash Barty! What were the surprises and takeaways from this year’s French Open? Listen to our podcast as we share our insights. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, 2018, 2019, first, strike ball, slam, major, French, Wimbledon defense, offense, variety, versatility, Barty, Vondrousova, Keys, Kenin, Anisimova, Halep, Konta, Osaka, Stephens, champion, clay, scout, prepare, backhand, slice, chip

2019 French Open Preview!

Superadmin — Sat, 25 May 2019 21:29:56 +0000

The 2019 French Open begins next week with many intriguing storylines. Will Osaka capture her third consecutive major? Will Nadal reign supreme in Paris again? Will Djokovic complete the Djokovic Slam for the second time; and be only the second man in the Open Era to have won the career Grand Slam twice? How will Federer fare in his return to Roland Garros? We share our thoughts and insights on the year’s second major. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, 2018, 2019, Australian, French, Wimbledon, U.S., Open, Osaka, Stephens, Halep, Kvitova, Svitolina, Barty, Bertens, Sabalenka, Kerber, Muguruza, Serena, Djokovic, Federer, Nadal, Thiem, Tsitsipas, Laver, champion, grand, slam, major, defense, offense

Tennis Tip #87: Get Across The Finish Line!

Superadmin — Sun, 19 May 2019 22:58:03 +0000

Closing out a point, game, set or match can be challenging. In this podcast, we share our thoughts and insights on how to improve your focus, stay in the present and get across the finish line. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, recreation, player, match, finish, present, focus, drill, putt, golf, intensity

Tennis Tip #86: The Basics Of The Serve & Volley!

Superadmin — Sat, 27 Apr 2019 21:50:11 +0000

The serve and volley is not a tactic employed much these days. However, it can be very effective if properly applied and executed. In this podcast, we share our thoughts and insights on the basics of the serve and volley. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, recreation, player, match, serve, return, volley, tactic, power, precision, spin, approach, net, split, step, forehand, backhand, racket, string, technology, Federer, Karlovic, Zverev

Match Points Q&A #18

Superadmin — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:37:18 +0000

Welcome to another “Match Points” segment where we field questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #18, we share our insights on: (1) Federer’s return to clay; (2) Bianca Andreescu and Felix Auger-Aliassime — emerging superstars(?); and (3) momentum of Denis Shapovalov and Aryna Sabalenka. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, point, question, clay, topspin, power, athlete, baseline, groundstroke, strategy, tactic, adjustment, backhand, forehand, BNP, Paribas, Indian, Wells, Miami, Australia, Auckland, Shenzhen, Connecticut, Sydney, Charleston, Dubai, Delrey, Madrid, Rio, Canada, Federer, Nadal, Del Potro, Andreescu, Auger-Aliassime, Shapovalov, Sabalenka, ATP, WTA

Tennis Tip #85: Improve Your Net Game (Part 1) – Baseline To Net Transition!

Superadmin — Tue, 09 Apr 2019 00:37:02 +0000

A good net game entails much more than hitting volleys. In this podcast, we share our thoughts and insights on how to work on your net game, specifically, the transition from baseline to net. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, recreation, player, match, volley, approach, net, forehand, backhand, offense, pass, chip, transition, baseline, mechanic, instinct, winner, reflex, athlete, Federer

Tennis Tip #84: How To Neutralize Good Movers!

Superadmin — Sat, 23 Mar 2019 21:15:37 +0000

Playing against players who are good movers can often be very challenging. Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts and insights on how to neutralize these type of opponents. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, recreation, player, match, mover, speed, quickness, court, coverage, slow, pace, time, throttle, center, angle, flow, athlete, mobile

Tennis Tip #83: Maintain Your Level Of Intensity: There’s “Nothing” To It!

Superadmin — Thu, 14 Mar 2019 00:49:37 +0000

Many players find it challenging to maintain a high level of intensity throughout the course of a match. As with just about everything in tennis, it starts with having the proper mindset. In this case, it’s much to do about “nothing”. Listen to our podcast as we offer our unique take and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, recreation, player, match, intensity, mindset, mental, physical, nothing, finish, future, present, error

Tennis Tip #82: The Fine Line Between Sense of Urgency, And Sense Of Anxiety!

Superadmin — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 02:13:59 +0000

“Sense of urgency” is a phrase often used in sports, business and other aspects of life to cultivate continuous change and improvement. But it shares a thin border with “sense of anxiety” . Listen to our podcast as we offer our unique spin and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, recreation, player, match, serve, kick, topspin, slice, throw, motion, sense, urgency, anxiety, purpose, panic, meaning, motivation, dynamic, soup, soap

Tip #81: Believe in the Middle; Don’t Belittle The Middle!

Superadmin — Fri, 22 Feb 2019 00:01:00 +0000

Is hitting up the “middle and deep” a smart tactic? Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, recreation, player, single, mobility, middle, center, deep, aggressive, flat, tall, rangy, stroke, acute, wide, angle, spin, feet, athlete, quick, flow, tempo

Match Points Q&A #17

Superadmin — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 00:00:40 +0000

Welcome to another “Match Points” segment where we field questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #17, we share our insights on: (1) hitting neutral vs. open stance forehands; (2) the impact of cold temperature on strings; and (3) improving your offensive lobs. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, point, question, neutral, open, stance, forehand, recover, momentum, lateral, cold, temperature, string, stiff, feel, control, power, low, tension, practice, repetition, serve, return, offense, defense, lob, intent, position, commit

Tennis Tip #80: The Truth About “No Man’s Land!”

Superadmin — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 18:17:48 +0000

Want to know the truth about “No Man’s Land”? Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, recreation, player, short, hop, volley, no, man’s, land, offense, defense, neutral, loiter, serve, weak, reply, aggressive, senior, double, pace, spin, mobility, agility

Tennis Tip #79: ‘Early’ Prep Does Mean Not ‘Hurried’ Prep!

Superadmin — Sun, 03 Feb 2019 20:14:36 +0000

You often hear from your teaching pro: “Get your racket back early!” What exactly does this mean? Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, recreation, player, return, prep, early, hurry, late, contact, trunk, racket, tempo, stroke, contact, forehand, dominant, Newton, motion, flow, Serena, Venus

2019 Australian Open Recap (Men’s)

Superadmin — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 01:08:17 +0000

Congratulations to the 2019 Australian Open Men’s champion: Novak Djokovic! What were the takeaways from this year’s Australian Open? Listen to our podcast as we share our insights. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, 2018, 2019, first, ball, second, seven, fifteen, seventeen, twenty, Australian, Wimbledon, French, U.S., Open, Djokovic, Nadal, Federer, Tsitsipas, Pouille, Tiafoe, Anderson, Dimitrov, champion, slam, major, injury, backhand, line

2019 Australian Open Recap (Women’s)

Superadmin — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:57:06 +0000

Congratulations to the 2019 Australian Open Women’s champion: Naomi Osaka! What were the takeaways from this year’s Australian Open? Listen to our podcast as we share our insights. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, 2018, 2019, first, ball, second, Wimbledon, French, Australian, U.S., Open, Osaka, Kvitova, Pliskova, Stephens, Serena, Collins, Hsieh, Sevastova, Capriati, champion, slam, major, injury, versatile, clay, grass

Match Points Q&A #16

Superadmin — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 01:41:13 +0000

Welcome to another “Match Points” segment where we field questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #16, we share our insights on: (1) how to quickly find your rhythm against “feast or famine” players; (2) how to play against a “slicer”; and (3) playing against players who have “ugly” strokes and mechanics. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock, rally, podcast, career, match, point, question, coach, instruction, injury, power, baseline, variety, volley, net, rhythm, topspin, control, mindset, power, backhand, slice, self, center, underspin, unorthodox, form, mechanics, focus, strengths

2019 Australian Open – Men’s Preview!

Superadmin — Fri, 11 Jan 2019 22:47:19 +0000

A new Grand Slam season is upon us! Who will be crowned the 2019 Australian Open Men’s champion? Will the Big Three continue to maintain its stranglehold on the majors? Find out who our favorites are to win the year’s first major, as we share our thoughts and insights on the Men’s field. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, 2018, 2019, Australian, French, Wimbledon, U.S., Open, Djokovic, Federer, Nadal, Murray, Thiem, Zverev, Anderson, Del Potro, Kyrgios, Lendl, nextgen, champion, grand, slam, major

2019 Australian Open – Women’s Preview

Superadmin — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 01:26:45 +0000

A new Grand Slam season is upon us! Who will be crowned the 2019 Australian Open Women’s champion when all is said and done? It’s wide open! Find out who our favorites are to win the year’s first major, as we share our thoughts and insights on the Women’s field. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, 2018, 2019, Australian, French, Wimbledon, U.S., Open, Halep, Wozniaki, Serena, Stephens, Kerber, Osaka, Sabalenka, Svitolina, Pliskova, Barty, Venus, Muguruza, champion, slam, major, defense, offense

Tip #78 — Return Of Serve: Be Clear On Your Objectives!

Superadmin — Sat, 05 Jan 2019 01:50:21 +0000

As a follow up to our podcast on the return of serve (episode #138); we discuss the three key components of “clarity of objectives” on the service return. Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, player, serve, return, mindset, awareness, strength, weakness, attribute, commit, recreation, club, practice, match, clear, clarity, objective

New Year’s Tennis Resolutions for 2019!

Superadmin — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 01:59:39 +0000

With 2019 almost upon us, we’d like to share a couple of our New Year’s Tennis Resolutions! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, court, coach, player, teacher, mentor, skill, year, improve, old, new, competitor, partner, doubles, student, person, sport

Tennis Tip #77: Practice Your Return Of Serve!

Superadmin — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 00:45:56 +0000

Do you practice return of serves? C’mon! Be honest! Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on the four key elements of practicing the return of serve. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, player, serve, return, kick, flat, spin, rpm, mph, speed, twist, slice, height, reach, angle, trajectory, deep, short, athlete, recreation, club, practice, match

Tennis Tip #76: Understanding Your Match Ups

Superadmin — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 02:19:27 +0000

Do you understand your match ups? Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts and insights on this popular topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

Tags: tennis, tip, rock, rally, podcast, career, wonder, game, ball, player, baseline, serve, match, strength, weakness, tendency, groundstroke, pace, action, explosive, aggressive, offensive, counter, punch, arsenal, dink, dunk, overplay

Match Points Q&A #15

Superadmin — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 01:33:10 +0000

Welcome to another “Match Points” segment where we field questions from our listeners! In this episode — Match Points segment #15, we share our insights on: (1) is the latest version of Djokovic as good as or better than previous versions; (2) is nextgen star Tsitsipas the “real deal”; and (3) the most underutilized shot in tennis. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.

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