ONTENNIS Podcast is a show about Canadian tennis. Each show we dive into subjects from community to country. With Peter Malcomson as host, the ONTENNIS Podcast is a healthy dose of all things tennis with athletes, coaches, innovators and personalities.
ONTENNIS interview with CEO of Tennis Canada Gavin Ziv. A life in tennis.
In this episode of the ONTENNIS Podcast presented by Merchant of Tennis we're joined by Gavin Ziv. From ball boy at the Canadian Open to CEO of Tennis Canada, Gavin has experienced a life-long journey through the Canadian and international world of tennis… and he has the memories to prove it! Join his journey as Gavin talks about a life in tennis, past, present and future. From grassroots to glory, Gavin Ziv has seen it all! A must-listen for any fan of Canadian tennis!
19 Jun 2025
ONTENNIS interview with Karl Hale. No one loves Canadian tennis more!
Karl Hale, National Bank Open Tournament Director, discusses his career in tennis, the upcoming National Bank Open in Toronto, and current trends in Canadian tennis in an interview with ONTENNIS.
14 Nov 2024
ONTENNIS interview with Irwin Tobias. The biggest rolodex in Canadian tennis!
In this episode presented by Merchant of Tennis, we're joined by Irwin Tobias, a prominent figure in Canadian tennis scene. Irwin has played and worked in tennis for over 60 years, seeing the sport evolve from a grassroots seasonal community pastime to the incredibly popular year-round sport that it is today. He has the biggest rolodex in Canadian tennis!
2 Aug 2024
ONTENNIS interview with Canada's rising star, Marina Stakusic
In this episode presented by Merchant of Tennis, we chat with one of Team Canada’s heroes from last year’s Billie Jean King Cup championship win, Marina Stakusic!
1 Nov 2023
ONTENNIS interview with Canadian tennis legend and tennis royalty, Pierre Lamarche
In this episode presented by Merchant of Tennis, we are pleased to welcome Pierre Lamarche. Player, coach, mentor, captain, hall of famer and academy builder. There is no one who has contributed more to Canadian Tennis than him. Pierre is Canadian tennis royalty!
11 Aug 2023
ONTENNIS interview with Rogers Sportsnet broadcaster, Arash Madani
In this episode presented by Merchant of Tennis, we are pleased to welcome Arash Madani from Rogers Sportsnet. He has covered and interviewed many of the top ranked players on the ATP and WTA. What are his inside views on professional tennis and Canada’s Davis Cup victory? Did you know he can hit a mean ball!
23 Sept 2022
ONTENNIS interview with the founders of Inspire Through Sport, Nikki Carnovale and Rachel Gould
In this episode presented by Merchant of Tennis, we are pleased to welcome back Nikki Carnovale and Rachel Gould, the founders of Inspire Through Sport. Inspire Through Sport is an organization designed to provide programs, courses, resources, and hands-on experience, and to foster inspirational leadership development. The Ontario Tennis Association, along with The Tennis Professionals Association (TPA), the coaching arm of Tennis Canada, has partnered with Inspire Through Sport to deliver this amazing pilot mentorship program for girls aged 14-17. Listen to Rachel and Nikki as they take us through the organizations vision and how important female role models were in their early years as players and coaches.
10 Aug 2022
ONTENNIS interview with top Canadian juniors Vicky Mboko and Kayla Cross
In this episode, fresh off their National Bank Open appearances, we chat with two of the best junior players in Canada and the world, Vicki Mboko, 15, from Burlington and Kayla Cross, 17, from London. The pair had just finished a fantastic doubles match in the main draw of the National Bank Open in Toronto when they visited the ONTENNIS Podcast studio to talk about their experience playing singles and doubles in their first WTA event, their recent success in Junior Grand Slams as well as their first pro tennis titles. They also take us through their early days playing OTA tournaments, their training with Tennis Canada and their recent travels around the globe playing junior and pro events. This is a must-listen-to podcast for every young competitive tennis player who wants to achieve their dream!
20 May 2020
ONTENNIS interview with James Boyce about COVID-19 Guidelines
Check out this SPECIAL edition of the ONTENNIS Podcast presented by Mayfair Clubs. In this episode, we speak with the OTA’s President and CEO Jim Boyce about the effects of COVID-19 on tennis in the province. Jim discusses how the tennis landscape has changed since the pandemic and what measures the OTA’s member clubs and their members will face as they attempt to re-open safely. In a dynamic, ever-changing environment, Jim talks about the OTA’s role, the clubs and academies challenges and the responsibilities and directions outlined by the various levels of government that will shape the way tennis is played as we return to the courts!
11 May 2020
ONTENNIS exclusive interview with Mayfair Clubs
In this episode, Mayfair Clubs has been synonymous with tennis in the Greater Toronto Area since 1970 and is celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2020. It has a colourful history, a long tradition of promoting the sport and it has produced some of Canada’s best players. Just about anyone who has played tennis in the past 50 years in the GTA has likely visited at least one of the Mayfair Clubs locations. Listen as President and CEO Melissa Raghurai and Director of Tennis Ken Crosina take us through the chapters of the Mayfair story and have a look into the future growth of the organization. Happy Anniversary Mayfair!
5 Mar 2020
ONTENNIS exclusive interview with tennis champion Stacey Allaster
In this episode, “Women in Tennis”, we chat with Canadian tennis leader Stacey Allaster. From humble beginnings as a young player and coach in Welland, Stacey became one of the most powerful female executives in sport. After working at the OTA, she rose to become the Tournament Director of the Rogers Cup, the CEO of the WTA and is now Chief Executive, Professional Tennis for the USTA. Stacey’s story is an inspiration for anyone who dreams of having a career in tennis; whether as a player, coach or administrator. Tune in to hear about her incredible journey!
5 Feb 2020
ONTENNIS exclusive interview with tennis champion Anne Worcester
Check out the first ONTENNIS Podcast of 2020. In this episode, the first of a new series, “Women in Tennis”, we chat with Universal Tennis President Anne Worchester. Anne has had an illustrious career in the tennis business; she was the first female CEO of the WTA, Tournament Director of the WTA/ATP Connecticut Open for 20 years and is now leading the charge for the exciting Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) system. With over 14,000,000 recorded matches worldwide in 2019 – and growing - UTR powered by Oracle is the most accurate global rating system, used by the world’s premier tennis academies, clubs, colleges, high schools, organizations and tournaments. Listen in as Anne talks about her journey through the tennis world and about the exciting future she envisions for Universal Tennis! This is a must-listen podcast for every competitive tennis player, coach, club leader, parent and fan!
2 Oct 2019
ONTENNIS exclusive interview with ATP Player James Blake
On this third episode, ONTENNIS chats with retired ATP player, James Blake. James reached a career-high singles ranking at World No. 4 and was the no. 1 ranked American player in 2003. His tennis career was anything but ordinary but managed to maintain his passion for the game. Listen to his journey and views. He is a really great guy.
15 May 2019
ONTENNIS exclusive interview with WTA-ATP Coach Rob Steckley
On this second episode, ONTENNIS chats with Canada's most successful tennis coach, Rob Steckley. Rob coached top 5 WTA player Lucie Safarova and recently Canada's Next Gen superstar Denis Shapovalov. Listen to his unique views on coaching, social media, pro tours and a 1970 Cadillac Coupe Deville.
17 Apr 2019
ONTENNIS exclusive interview with Ontario's own Bianca Andreescu.
On this first episode, ONTENNIS chats with Canadian tennis sensation Bianca Andreescu from Mississauga Ontario. A former OTA junior competitor, Bianca has shot into the world tennis stage recently, winning the “5th Major” at Indian Wells in March. Her meteoric rise has got the tennis world’s attention, especially other WTA tour stars.
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