The Tennis Files Podcast

On Episode 327 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn 5 key lessons from Goran Ivanisevic’s 2001 Wimbledon Victory.On the show, you’ll learn about the epic, never seen before run of a #125 ranked player who received a wildcard into Wimbledon and ended up winning the whole tournament. You'll also learn five key lessons from Goran's victory, the most interesting quotes from his post-finals press conference, and much more!I really hope you enjoy this episode! If you learned something useful from it, let me know in the comments below.And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your inbox!Goran Ivanisevic Press Conference Ivanisevic Superstition ArticleIvanisevic-Rafter Wimbledon ArticleTFP 325: WTA’s Mental Health and Performance Team — How to Improve Your Mental Health & Resilience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 326 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn how to stop playing tentatively during matches.On the show, I’ll share my nerve-wracking story at tri-level nationals, the importance of having a game plan, techniques to avoid having a tight grip, how to give yourself the confidence to swing more freely, and much more!I really hope you enjoy this episode! If you learned something useful from it, let me know in the comments below.And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your inbox!LINKSTennis Con 7The Tennis Files Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 325 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn how to improve your mental health and resilience with the WTA’s Mental Health and Performance Team.On today’s episode, I interviewed three esteemed guests to talk about mental health: Caroline Zadina, Becky Ahlgren Bedics, and Kathy Martin from the WTA’s Mental Health and Performance Team.Caroline is a Mental Health Care Provider at WTA who has counseled a wide range of athletes from high school to elite college and semi-professional competitors. She consults with NCAA member institutions to enhance team climate and culture, and with Olympic training programs to optimize performance transitions and safeguard athletes.Becky is the Vice President of Mental Health and Wellness at WTA. She has been featured on ESPN Outside the Lines and NPR segments related to athlete development and fan behavior, respectively. Prior to joining the WTA, Becky owned a consulting company and partnered with athletics departments and conference offices to enhance their student-athlete development programs. Becky also joined the Janssen Sports Leadership Center as Director of Leadership Development.Kathy is the Senior Director of Mental Health and Performance at WTA. She provides counseling and resources for WTA players relating to emotional health, sports performance, and safety. She is passionate about helping WTA players learn skills that will empower them to make smart and safe choices; improve their on-court performance and mental strategies; and manage the challenges of professional tennis life. Kathy develops WTA policy, education programs and resources for player safety, mental health and well-being.On the show, you’ll learn techniques to improve your mental health and resilience, how to prepare yourself mentally before matches, the most important traits that make tennis players mentally tough, and much more!I hope you enjoy my interview with Caroline, Becky, and Kathy from WTA! Let us know what you think about the episode in the comments below!And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your inbox!Real Me: Modern Health x WTA YouTube SeriesWTATennis.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Aracic, creator of the Intuitive Tennis Teaching Methodology, brings 25 years of experience to the table. He discusses how to enhance your tennis game through intuition and proper technique. Listeners will learn to improve their serves, focus on muscle memory, and balance strategy with technique. Aracic shares insights on footwork, adapting tactics against heavy topspin hitters, and the evolution of his own tennis journey. He also reflects on the origins of intuitive tennis and its impact on his coaching philosophy.

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020]On today’s episode of The Tennis Files Podcast, I interviewed current ATP and former collegiate coach Peter Smith about how to overcome adversity and develop a winning mindset.Coach Smith is currently the General Manager/Director of Tennis for The Jack Kramer Club in Rolling Hills, California. He also has one of the most prolific records in college tennis history. Coach Smith guided the University of Southern California Men’s Tennis team to 5 NCAA Championships and has notched over 600 wins in his college coaching career. Coach Smith was also a 2-Time ITA National Coach of the Year and 5-Time PAC-12 Coach of the Year. He now coaches top American ATP pros Steve Johnson and Sam Querrey. Coach Smith is one of only two coaches to guide three different schools to the NCAA quarterfinals and top-5 national rankings (USC, Pepperdine and Fresno State). On the show, you’ll learn the principles Coach Smith used to guide his players to the top of the rankings, why it is more important to develop great people first and top tennis players second, what he is currently working on with Steve Johnson and Sam Querrey, routines that you can implement in your day to perform your best, what sports besides tennis you should play to become a better athlete, the toughest moments Coach Smith has had to face and how he has overcome them, and much more!I hope you enjoy my interview with Coach Smith! Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments below!And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight into your inbox!The Score Takes Care of Itself - Bill WalshEleven Rings: The Soul of Success - Phil JacksonThe Inner Game of Tennis - W. Timothy GallweyBeyond Basketball: Coach K’s Keywords for Success - Mike KrzyzewskiPeter’s Instagram Page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 322 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn how to prevent injuries and strengthen your body with Kayla Fujimoto Epperson.Kayla is a Physical Therapist (PT), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). She is also a Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist. She is the owner of the Athlete Connection since 2020. Kayla is a Former Division I tennis player at Indiana University and she completed a Kovacs Institute Tennis Serve Biomechanics Fellowship. She currently trains Jennifer Brady (U.S. Open Doubles Semifinalist and 3rd round Singles).On the show, you’ll learn about the most common injuries for amateur tennis players, a simple warm up routine to prevent injuries, Kayla's experience at US Open training Jennifer Brady, and much more!I hope you enjoy my interview with Kayla! Let us know what you think about the episode in the comments below!And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your inbox!@theathleteconnection InstagramJessica the Sports RDThe Society for Tennis Medicine and Science - Free upcoming virtual conference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020]On today’s episode of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with one of the top athletic movement specialists in the world, Lee Taft, about how to become faster and stronger on the tennis court.Lee is known as “The Speed Guy” and has devoted over 30 years to training and teaching his multi-directional speed methods to athletes, top performance coaches and fitness professionals around the world. He’s been a Strength and Speed Coach at the Bollettieri Tennis Academy, conducted workshops for MLB and NBA teams, and consulted for NFL teams. Lee has created tons of programs and books to help you improve your speed, strength and agility, including the Certified Tennis Speed Specialist certification.On the show, you’ll learn a simple and very effective speed workout, the best exercises to become a stronger and more powerful athlete, the biggest mistakes we make when training our speed, how we can improve our lateral and multi-directional movements, tools we can use to get faster, how to divide our training on the court and in the gym, and much more!I hope you enjoy my interview with Lee! Let us know what you think about this episode in the comments below!And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight into your inbox!Lee’s FacebookLee’s TwitterLee’s Instagramlt@leetaft.comwww.LeeTaft.comwww.CTSS.co - Certified Tennis Speed Specialist certification Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 320 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn the 7 essentials on how to prepare for matches.I really hope you enjoy this episode! If you learned something useful from it, let me know in the comments below.And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your inbox.Dynamic Warm-Up YouTube VideoPrecision Hydration Sweat Test Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 319 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn the 5 doubles strategy mistakes you must avoid.On the show, you’ll learn how to take control of doubles points, how to become unpredictable in doubles formations, how to play against aggressive net players, how to strategize with your doubles partner, and much more!I really hope you enjoy this episode! If you learned something useful from it, let me know in the comments below.And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your inbox.The Tennis Files PodcastTennis Files Youtube Channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 318 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’ll learn how to thrive as a multi-sport athlete, dominate junior tennis, and compete at the Division I & ATP Tour Level with Benjamin Kittay.Benjamin currently plays Division I college tennis at The University of North Carolina. He reached as high as No. 32 in the ITA doubles rankings and finished the year ranked No. 39. Benjamin was ranked #1 in Maryland in the juniors. He also reached the Round of 32 in the 2023 NCAA Doubles Championships. Benjamin won five TF Junior Singles & Doubles titles and is an ATP ranked player on the Pro Tour. He was also a catcher during the MLB lockout.On the show, you’ll learn how Benjamin managed to play both tennis and baseball at the highest level, his experience playing Division I college tennis at UNC vs on the ATP Tour, the most important technical changes he's made in his game, how he lost 20lbs by dedicating himself to fitness, and much more!I hope you enjoy my interview with Benjamin! Let us know what you think about the episode in the comments below!And be sure to subscribe to Tennis Files to receive the latest tennis content to improve your game straight to your inbox!30 College Tennis Coaches Reveal Top Character Traits of Successful Student-AthletesBenjamin’s Instagram Page Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices