Beste Second Serve podcasts (2024)

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Double Knee Replacements to National Champion In One Year 14:22

5h ago14:22

14:22

Are you injured right now? Don't worry, it is still possible to win the USTA National Championship! We were thrilled to have Amanda back to discuss what it was like to have double knee replacements then win the USTA National Championship the next year! We also discuss her team members from her National Championship team getting bumped including a p…

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Weather And Shorts Sets (Don't Be A Jerk To Volunteers) 9:46

8d ago9:46

9:46

Have you ever felt like weather has impacted the outcome of a match? Tom and Dave are back to give advice on playing short sets in important matches including being flexible and not being a jerk to the volunteers. We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Support the show Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing…

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Weather and Short Sets 15:27

14d ago15:27

15:27

Have you ever played short sets for an important tournament? Did it end well? Have you ever had to consider the conversion ratio for the scores? We really enjoyed having Dave and Tom on the show to discuss their experience playing short sets at the USTA state tournament. They are both 3.0s who have been to states and sectionals numerous times. We a…

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Tennis Manners 15:07

21d ago15:07

15:07

Ever wondered why a simple game of tennis can sometimes feel like navigating a social maze? Have you ever thought your opponent didn't have very good tennis manners? Tennis, and especially adult recreational tennis, is a little strange with all the etiquette, protocols, and manners involved in a match. Also, what one person considers bad manners an…

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Tennis Is For Everyone (Kelly Gaines - Executive Director of USTA NC) 16:58

28d ago16:58

16:58

Excited to share our episode with Kelly Gaines, Executive Director of USTA NC! Hear her insights on tennis, leadership, and fostering a positive mindset on the court. Don't miss out! Kelly is Executive Director of USTA NC. She played tennis at William Peace University, was a pro at the North Hills Club, and was the head coach of the NC State Women'…

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Pet Peeves Part 2 (A Captain's Perspective and What We Do That Bothers Our Opponents) 15:24

1M ago15:24

15:24

What pet peeves do captains have? Why do people care when we spin the racquet before the match? Carolyn, Erin, and Michelle discuss these things and what they do that may bother their opponents! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Support the show Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value)…

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Navigating Tennis Pet Peeves: Quirky Annoyances on and off the Court 10:03

1M ago10:03

10:03

Ever found yourself on the tennis court fuming over an opponent's sneaky tactics or wondering why your friendly match feels more like a battlefield? You're not alone! They know these things may be a little silly, but Carolyn, Erin, and Michelle discuss their pet peeves from playing 2.5 to 4.0 tennis! We are replaying a few of our most popular episo…

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Tips and Advice for Attending the US Open 15:29

2M ago15:29

15:29

If you are lucky enough to have the opportunity to go to the US Open please do it! Erin has been the last 3 years and gives a few tips based on her experience. Let us know if you have any tips to enjoy the US Open as a fan! Support the show Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. The bun…

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Finding Flow 12:25

2M ago12:25

12:25

Do you find flow on the tennis court? Eric, the 4.5 singles national champion, is back to discuss finding flow and what he loves about the game of tennis! Eric is from Long Island New York. He currently plays in leagues, and trains in Naples, FL for most of the year, while living in Northern NJ during late Spring/Summer. He returned to competitive …

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Tournaments versus Leagues 12:06

2M ago12:06

12:06

Should you play in tournaments or leagues? Maybe both? Join Carolyn and Erin as they continue their conversation with Eric, the 55+ 4.5 singles National Champion, on the differences between tournaments and leagues from Eric's perspective. In addition hear the craziest thing that ever happened to Eric at a tournament. You won't walk up to a tourname…

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Tennis Helped Save My Life 9:50

2M ago9:50

9:50

We were thrilled to have Eric on the podcast! Eric won the USTA Men’s 55+ 4.5 singles National Championship at the USTA National Campus in Lake Nona, FL. Returning to tennis and competing at age 59 has profoundly changed his life and perhaps even saved it! Eric is from Long Island New York. He currently plays in leagues, and trains in Naples, FL fo…

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Tennis for Life (Breast Cancer Awareness Month) 15:26

2M ago15:26

15:26

October is breast cancer awareness month and we greatly appreciate Victoria Thio discussing Tennis for Life with us! Tennis for Life Tennis for Life provides free tennis lessons and court time so that breast cancer survivors may experience the benefits that tennis can bring to their lives. If you live near the Raleigh, NC area and would like to sig…

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Advice For Playing Mixed Doubles 12:03

3M ago12:03

12:03

Are you scared to play mixed doubles? What should you look for in a partner? In this episode two seasoned mixed players discuss what they like about playing mixed doubles, give tips on playing mixed doubles and finding the right partner, and discuss their best and worst match. We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of …

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That Jerk Just Hit Me! 14:19

3M ago14:19

14:19

Is it bad etiquette to hit someone with a ball during a match? Have you ever been hit? Did it make you mad? Do you feel differently based on what level you played or what you are playing such as mixed? A listener asked a follow up question to the etiquette episodes. Let us what you think! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this…

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Transform Your Net Play - Don't Wait For An Invitation To The Party! 14:50

3M ago14:50

14:50

Are you ready to transform your net play in doubles tennis? Join us for an insightful conversation with Karen Rembert, a veteran teaching professional with over three decades of coaching experience. Karen shares her wisdom on the crucial role of self-talk and confidence in becoming a dominant net player. Karen was a National USTA Finalist in 45 Dou…

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It's Never Too Late: Stephanie's Inspiring Tennis Journey Starting at 56 10:58

3M ago10:58

10:58

Have you ever thought it was too late to start something new? Meet Stephanie, who picked up a tennis racket for the first time at 56 and hasn't looked back since. This episode is brimming with inspiration as Stephanie recounts her transition from a dedicated tennis mom to an active participant on the court. With her children grown and an empty nest…

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Craziest Story Ever, by Claire from 'Me and My Racquet' podcast 8:32

4M ago8:32

8:32

Claire wins the award for craziest story ever! She also tells us what the line calls were like playing in college and why she started the Me and My Racquet Podcast. Claire hosts the Me and My Racquet podcast on behalf of USTA Southern. She is the Tennis Service Representative for North Georgia and Atlanta. We are replaying a few of our most popular…

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Tips for Tennis Parents and the One Shot You Need to Practice 13:28

4M ago13:28

13:28

Can early exposure and self-accountability shape a young athlete's future? We were thrilled to speak with Mark Dillon! Mark Dillon is in the North Carolina Tennis Hall of Fame and was the President of USTA NC. We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Mark played college tennis at NC State where he won two ACC si…

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Tiebreak Mental Tips and Best Advice for Levels 2.5-4.0 with Karen Rembert 13:10

4M ago13:10

13:10

Can mastering your mental game truly transform your tennis performance? Karen Rembert thinks so, and she's back for part two of our tiebreakers series to show you how. Get ready for an episode packed with actionable tips from Karen on how to stay mentally sharp during those high-pressure moments. Learn the art of self-talk, and discover how to main…

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Tiebreak Strategy - Will This Help You Win? 11:48

4M ago11:48

11:48

Ever wondered how to master those nerve-wracking tiebreakers in tennis? Join us as we welcome Karen Rembert, a teaching pro with over 30 years of coaching experience. Karen was a National USTA Finalist in 45 Doubles, a two-time NC State 25 Doubles Champion, and ranked #11 nationally in NAIA Doubles. Karen is a USTA High-Performance Coach, USPTA Eli…

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Awkward Things People Say During A Tennis Match 11:02

4M ago11:02

11:02

Has anyone ever said anything to you that was awkward or memorable during or after a match? Did you think it was a strategy? In this episode, Wendy joins us to discuss awkward things opponents and teammates have said during adult recreational tennis matches. Let us know if anyone has said anything awkward or funny to you! Support the show Use our r…

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Cary Tennis Classic with Co-Tournament Director Ted Reese 22:32

5M ago22:32

22:32

Come check out the Cary Tennis Classic on August 10-17! Kei Nishikori, David Goffin, Chris Eubanks, Lulu Sun and others have all entered to play! We were thrilled to talk with the Co-Tournament Director Ted Reese. Ted is the current Executive VP of Southern Board of Directors, current chair of USTA National Local Play & Competition Committee (2 ter…

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What Adult Rec Players Can Learn From The Pros - Part 2 8:25

5M ago8:25

8:25

Can cutting down on unforced errors really transform your tennis game? Discover the strategies and mental tactics used by the pros, as Bill Oakes enlightens us on how even a slight shift in focus can elevate your recreational play. Bill is a sports marketing, sponsorship, communications and event production professional. He has worked at Wake Fores…

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What Adult Rec Players Can Learn From The Pros 11:11

5M ago11:11

11:11

What can adult recreational players learn from the pros? Join us for a compelling conversation with Bill Oakes, a veteran in sports marketing with over three decades of experience. Discover how concentrating on minimizing unforced errors and focusing on strategy rather than hitting winners can revolutionize your performance, whether you're a 2.5 or…

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Tennis Friends Become Business Partners with CourtMerch (Part Two) 8:04

5M ago8:04

8:04

Can a tissue spark chaos on a tennis court? You bet it can! In this episode we hear about Carolynn and Amy's craziest and most memorable moments on the courts in Michigan. You can visit CourtMerch to check out their t-shirts and gift ideas. Support the show Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVi…

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Tennis Friends Become Business Partners with CourtMerch 13:43

6M ago13:43

13:43

Do you know a Drop Shot Demon or Queen of the Lob? Amy and Carolynn have launched a tennis business producing t-shirts and gift items for tennis players called CourtMerch. In this episode, Amy shares her journey of falling back in love with tennis after a long hiatus, leading her to captain a USTA team, while Carolynn opens up about how a sabbatica…

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Local League Coordinator Anonymous - Part 2 12:33

6M ago12:33

12:33

Ever wondered what it truly takes to manage an adult recreational tennis league? Join us as we chat with an anonymous Local League Coordinator who pulls back the curtain on the unique challenges and triumphs of this role. From the tricky business of rescheduling matches due to unpredictable weather to the strategic maneuvering by team captains, our…

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Local League Coordinator Anonymous 11:49

6M ago11:49

11:49

We have an anonymous guest! What crazy stories or silly situations does a local league coordinator have to deal with because of a few of the passionate adult rec tennis players? What is the pettiest grievance a local league coordinator has ever received? We discuss this and more! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one …

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10 Rules for Rec Players 14:24

6M ago14:24

14:24

Have you ever been on the court and didn't know the rule? We have 10 rules we wished we would have known when we started playing USTA matches. In this episode we go through situations that happened on the tennis court to us where no one knew what to do or we were surprised by the rule. You can Download Our Rules Card and please reach out if you hav…

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Different Strokes For Different Folks (Can You Change Your Stroke As An Adult?) 13:37

7M ago13:37

13:37

Have you tried to change your stroke as an adult? Were you able to do it? Mike is back to discuss this and more! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! You can listen to other episodes with Mike at the following links: To Grunt or Not To Grunt https://secondservepodcast.com/2022/02/08/to-grunt-or-not-to-grunt/…

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Advice for Combo or Playing Across Levels - Part 2 (Try Smiling!) 18:16

7M ago18:16

18:16

What do you do if your opponents are only hitting to the lower rated player? What are some tactics for playing against higher level players? Francie Barragan is here to give advice for playing combo or across different levels! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Francie played college tennis for NC State an…

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Advice for Combo or Playing Across Levels 14:20

7M ago14:20

14:20

Do you ever have trouble playing people that hit with less pace? Why is it so difficult to play against lower rated players? Francie Barragan is here to give advice for playing combo or across different levels! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Francie played college tennis for NC State and was the Assist…

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How a 4.5 Learned to Play Tennis by Watching YouTube 11:08

7M ago11:08

11:08

Can you learn to play tennis watching YouTube? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We were thrilled to have Trey join us to discuss this and more. Trey is an NTRP rated 4.5 player and is self taught! Come join the excitement at the 4th Annual Cy King Tournament! The tournament for adults takes place from Ma…

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Rec Tennis Tryouts - Getting Cut! 14:48

7M ago14:48

14:48

Have you ever tried out for an adult rec tennis team? Did you know it was a tryout? Have you ever been cut from a team after a tryout? In this episode we discuss trying out for teams and how ridiculous it is. If you aren't sure whether it is a tryout or not Erin has a question you could ask (other than is this a tryout) =) Use our referral link to …

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How To Be A Good Teammate (On A Competitive Team) - Part 2 8:18

8M ago8:18

8:18

What can you do to encourage your doubles' partner? Tara is back to give us more tips on how to be a good teammate and tells us about her experience at a USTA State Tournament and the USTA Southern Sectionals. We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Tara captained the team that won the 55 plus 6.5 State Champio…

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How To Be A Good Teammate (On A Competitive Team) 11:36

8M ago11:36

11:36

How can you be a good teammate? Have you ever showed up late to a match? Are you supportive of your doubles partner? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We really enjoyed hearing Tara's advice on how to be a good teammate. Tara captained the team that won the 55 plus 6.5 State Championship and finished seco…

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Welcome To Loserville (Getting Bumped - Going From Winning To Losing A Ton) 11:22

8M ago11:22

11:22

What is it like going from winning a lot to losing? Do you need to win in order to have fun? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Carolyn and Erin discuss what it is like getting bumped and losing. Erin just wants to play good tennis (win or lose) and Carolyn is hoping to have Erin's mentality one day... Use…

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A Surprising Run to the USTA National Championships - Part 2 15:21

8M ago15:21

15:21

Aileen is here to tell us about her 4.0 18+ National Championship experience (and the less than ideal situation that happened in her first game in her first match)! Also, Aileen discusses the research she did on players who got bumped after making it to the National Championship. Aileen took up tennis as an adult (starting at 2.5) and fell in love …

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A Surprising Run to the USTA National Championships 13:16

9M ago13:16

13:16

Aileen is here to tell us about her 4.0 18+ National Championship experience! Aileen took up tennis as an adult (starting at 2.5) and fell in love with the sport. She has played on over 100 USTA teams but this was her first experience at the National Championships. In this episode Aileen discusses how the team made it to the 4.0 National Championsh…

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Sopranos-style Tennis - Playing in New Jersey (Crazy Stories) Part 2 11:59

9M ago11:59

11:59

Kana is back to tell us about crazy adult recreational tennis stories in New Jersey! Playing indoors with a time limit can make everything a little more difficult because one team may want to slow down while the other team may want to speed up. It can lead to a few frustrating or funny situations! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes…

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Sopranos-style Tennis - Playing in New Jersey 15:19

9M ago15:19

15:19

Is adult tennis the same in different parts of the country? Do you have to try out as an adult? Are you required to buy the uniform? Can you flip courts? Is a win on court 1 worth more than other courts? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We really appreciate Kana joining us to discuss playing tennis in a …

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Learn About Age-Group Adult Tournaments 15:25

9M ago15:25

15:25

Do you have a Gold Ball? Do you even know what a Gold Ball is? We really enjoyed talking with Brenda Carter about tournaments! Brenda's story is a masterclass in longevity and love for the sport. Brenda's journey gives us all hope that one day we can win a Gold Ball or at least try! Please let us know if you love tournaments and which ones are your…

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Captaining Still Sucks! 7:43

10M ago7:43

7:43

Should you flip courts? What is your #1 pet peeve as a captain? Erin and Aileen have over a decade of experience captaining teams and have seen a lot! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. Hurry this is a limited time offer that you won't want to miss! We are excited to team up with Mi…

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Captaining Sucks! 11:30

10M ago11:30

11:30

Why is being the captain difficult? If you are a new captain this episode is for you! Both Erin and Aileen have captained multiple teams for more than a decade! Erin made a list of why being the captain is so hard or why it sucks and Aileen discusses her experiences as captain. Erin and Aileen give great advice and Carolyn listens and laughs and fe…

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Annoying Situation - Bathroom Breaks! 8:46

10M ago8:46

8:46

Has your opponent ever taken a really long bathroom break? Did you think it was a strategy? Dave and Tom are back to discuss this and more! They are both NTRP 3.0s, who have been to states and sectionals numerous times. Please check out their previous episodes about annoying situations that happen on the court at: Annoying Situations on the Court -…

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Annoying Situations On The Court - Part 2 15:29

10M ago15:29

15:29

If your opponent hits winners during warm up, does it bother you? What if your opponent throws or breaks their racquet? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Dave and Tom are back to discuss more annoying situations! They are both NTRP 3.0s, who have been to states and sectionals numerous times. It was intere…

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Annoying Situations On The Court 13:00

11M ago13:00

13:00

Have you ever had something annoying that happened on the court? What did you do? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Dave and Tom are back to talk about annoying situations that happened to them. They are both NTRP 3.0s, who have been to states and sectionals numerous times, and have had a few annoying sit…

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The Tennis Mind - Part 3 11:23

11M ago11:23

11:23

Do you need mental tips for your doubles game? We were thrilled to have Christine from The Tennis Mind here to give us a few tips on the mental game! If you would like to contact Christine please email cwatson908@gmail.com. Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. Hurry this is a limited …

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The Tennis Mind - Part 2 16:25

11M ago16:25

16:25

Do you get upset about bad line calls? Do you need help with your mental game? We were thrilled to have Christine from The Tennis Mind here to give us a few tips on the mental game! If would like to contact Christine please email cwatson908@gmail.com. Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision P…

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The Tennis Mind 15:52

11M ago15:52

15:52

Ever wonder why you excel in practice but crumble under the pressure of a real match? Do you feel confident on the court? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We were thrilled to have Christine from The Tennis Mind here to give us a few tips on the mental game! Christine coaches players on the mental game an…

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