Diving into the World of Ladies League Tennis: A Chat with Director Jeanne
Join me as I sit down with Jeanne, the director of Ladies Tennis at the Murrieta Tennis Club, and journey through her fascinating transition from a novice player to a seasoned coach and director. As she reminisces about her initial reasons why she chose to play tennis, explains the art of managing 15 USTA league tennis teams a year, and uncovers the complexities of the sport, you'll feel her passion for tennis that's as infectious as it is inspiring. She unveils the challenging nature of tea...
30 Aug 2023
Between the Courts: A Conversation on Golf, Tennis and Education with Ray
Join us as we discuss the rewarding yet demanding world of being a teacher and coach at Great Oak High School. Ray takes us on his educational journey, from his bachelor's at Cal State Fullerton, to his master's at Azusa Pacific. Listen as he discusses the importance of teaching as a learning process itself and delve deeper into the individualistic nature of tennis. The pivotal role sports play in shaping our character becomes evident during our conversation. As we close this engaging episod...
9 Aug 2023
A Deep Dive into the Psychology of Tennis with Josh Burger M.S.
Have you ever wondered why some tennis players seem to have an uncanny ability to maintain their cool under pressure while others falter? Well, it's no secret that the game is as much about mental strength as it is about physical prowess. And this is precisely what we unpack in our mind-stirring conversation with Josh Burger M.S., founder of Tiebreaker Psych and sport psychology coach. Josh Burger M.S., a former Division III tennis player Division I tennis coach, graces us with his fas...
15 Jul 2023
Exploring the Intricacies of Tennis: Insights, Motivation, and the Joy Beyond Winning
Join me and my guest, Joe Ballewag, as we take a thrilling journey into the world of tennis. Joe brought with him a wealth of wisdom and insights from coaching tennis, to participating in prestigious tournaments, and being a captain of many USTA 4.5 leagues over the years. As we dive deep, we unravel the puzzle-like nature of tennis and how it compares to other sports like boxing and karate, and how a player's mentality has an impact on their game. Our conversation took an introspectiv...
10 Jul 2023
Unsportsmanlike Conduct and Cussing during Tennis Matches
Get set for a deep dive into the labyrinth of tennis rules and regulations. Now, have you ever wondered about the consequences of colorful language on the court? Can you cuss? Can you call someone a jerk? We're going to take you on a journey through the ins and outs of cussing on the court – it's penalties and the intriguing interpretation of these rules. Brace yourself as we decode the Friend at Court book and how the rules differ for ITF tournaments, league matches, and even friendly matche...
3 Jul 2023
A High-Flying Episode: From Air Force to Tennis & Jeopardy
Friends, it's not often that we get to chat with someone as diverse in interests and experiences as our guest on today's episode. We're in for a real treat as we sit down with Pete, a seasoned Air Force pilot, tennis enthusiast, and trivia whizz! Pete walks us through the intricate dynamics of his family's tennis tournaments where he plays alongside his father and daughter, proving that love for the game transcends generations. Pete’s story pivots from Air Force pilot (Tom Cruise is je...
20 Jun 2023
From Court to Character: Finding Strength through Tennis and Family
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Therese for a heartfelt conversation, reminiscing about our shared love for tennis and exploring the impact sports had on her upbringing. We delved into the physical nature of soccer, how it develops skills useful in other sports like tennis, and how her father encouraged his five children to participate in sports, leading to Therese excelling at a young age. As our discussion continued, we navigated the world of country tennis and the class barriers t...
12 Jun 2023
From Coma to Comeback: Tommy's Extraordinary Tennis and Faith Testimony
Chiropractor & USTA rated tennis player Tom Lee has a passion for tennis and life. His past health issues he faced would lead to such an incredible journey. Join us as Tom takes us through his high school varsity career and his experiences playing in USTA tennis leagues. We also focus a lot of time on his chiropractic practice and how stretching, strength training, and conditioning play a critical role in athletic performance. Listen to him explore common sports injuries and treatment opt...
3 Jun 2023
Mental Game: Baseball & Tennis, with ex- MLB Player, current USTA League Tennis Player, Bobby Kielty
Do you ever wonder what it takes to succeed as a Major League Baseball player? In this engaging episode, we're joined by our good friend and special guest, Bobby Kielty. We discuss the mental game of both baseball and tennis, as he shares his experiences growing up playing baseball in Southern California, and reminisce about the bond we created through tennis. Bobby, a former MLB player and current tennis teaching pro and USTA rated 5.0 player, brings a unique perspective on the similarities ...
27 May 2023
From College Tennis to Sports Writing: An Adventurous Career Journey
Ever wondered what it's like to be a 5.0-rated tennis player and have a college tennis experience at Pacific University? Lucky for you, Anthony had the chance to sit down with Joey Jr., and hear all about his journey on and off the court. In our chat, Joey talks to us about his college tennis career, and the unique challenges that come with automatically being put in the USTA 5.0 category after college. While Joey's talents on the court are nothing short of impressive, his off-court skills d...
19 May 2023
USTA 3.5 rated, Amanda Will
- Amanda is a USTA rated 3.5 player, and avid weekend warrior tennis player. - Amanda picked up tennis later on in life, but fell in love with it the moment she tried it. - Listen to Amanda discuss her jump from a USTA rated 3.0 player, to a 4.0, then back to a 3.5 player. - Her fun personality and positive outlook on life made this podcast a fun one.
15 May 2023
USTA 4.5 rated, Matt Flanagan
- Matt is a USTA rated 4.5 player. - In 2019 this weekend warrior tennis player was part of a league tennis team that won his local grouping, then won sectionals, and went on to play nationals. - Although not currently working for the USTA directly, he has the pleasure to work in Lake Nona, Orlando, Florida on the USTA National Campus. - Listen to Matt talk about the campus, and his love for tennis.
6 May 2023
USTA 5.0 rated, Adam Bartsch
- Adam is a USTA rated 5.0 player, twenty-three year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps., and avid weekend warrior tennis player. - Adam provides some helpful tips on USTA 5.0 doubles strategy, insights on how he approaches the mental side of a match, and talks to us about how much fun he is having traveling and playing the men's 40 and over age division tournaments.
2 May 2023
USTA 4.5 player, Coach Scott Dickey
- Scott is a USTA rated 4.5 player, a tennis coach, and current owner and director of Murrieta Tennis Club in Murrieta, California. - Scott provides some helpful tips on how to get to that next level, including some common mistakes he sees while coaching. - This is the first of many podcasts that hopefully give you some information/help to make you a better tennis player. Always have fun. - contact email: YOURLTPODCAST@GMAIL.COM
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