Andy Fitzell is our guest for the 36th episode of Baseline Intelligence. Andy is a USPTA Elite professional who spent several years learning from and working alongside legendary tennis icon, Vic Braden. He is currently the coach for Kimberly Birrell, who is ranked 111 in the latest WTA rankings.

We talk:

1:41 How he met Vic Braden

5:00 His favorite tennis myths

8:05 Wrist position on forehand contact

10:23 Fundamentals for pure topspin

13:35 The geometry of the court

16:08 Why players try so many angles

17:33 Angle of the racket face on the volley

19:07 The volley grip

21:55 Optimal height for a serve toss

25:20 Changing your technique

27:03 Myelin

30:20 Brain typing tennis players

35:18 Best advice for the 4.0 player

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