Baseline Intelligence with Jonathan Stokke

To get MORE free tennis content and a chance to win a free ADV Backpack, click on the link below to sign up for my newsletter:https://baselineintelligence.substack.com/On today’s episode, Joel Myers comes back to discuss critical ideas for your tennis game. We break down the key difference between strategy and tactics—and why knowing the distinction can instantly make you a smarter player. We also dive into how to make your rally ball more effective without swinging harder, and share our favorite tips for getting to the net with more confidence and success. Whether you're a doubles player looking to finish more points or a singles player wanting to apply pressure, this episode will help you play smarter and win more matches. 

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring this podcast, as well as my doubles camps.Click here to check out all of the ADV Gear for 10% offhttps://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennisWe talk::43 defining quality shot selection4:32 doing something once vs. ten times9:00 the best volley you'll ever hit11:40 baseline rally fundamentals 15:50 why do players disrespect height on a rally ball22:39 how pressure affects shot selection

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To watch today's episode on YouTube, click herehttps://www.youtube.com/@StokkeTennisAnd to get 10% off your ADV backpack, click here!https://www.advtennis.pro/pages/adv-bagsWe talk:1:44 What is brain-based training?6:47 His essential vision drills11:26 Benefits of vision training15:48 Eye dominance myth24:35 Improving reaction time27:42 Proper spacing on groundstrokes31:40 Pattern recognition34:48 Learning how to play with non-dominant hand44:07 Best coaching advice you've ever receivedTo see more of Richard's content, visit his YouTube page and his website below...https://www.youtube.com/@TennisHackerhttps://www.tennishacker.net/

To learn more about my doubles camps or to work with me remotely, visit https://stokketenniscoaching.com/And to get 10% off your ADV racket bag or backpack, click here:https://advpro.short.gy/stokketennisWe talk:3:01 What it feels like winning NCAAs6:40 How they got players to relax in the finals10:34 Training at Wake Forest15:48 Doubles principles19:58 Understanding the space on the doubles court28:28 Building self-belief30:52 Best coaching advice he's ever received 33:36 Best advice for the 4.0 player

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring the podcast and my adult doubles camps. Click here to look at their fantastic bags at a 10% discount...https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennisOn today's episode Lauren Davis, former WTA #26, joins the podcast to discuss her 15 year pro career.We talk:1:01 How she developed her footwork3:43 Where she stands behind the baseline7:34 Backhand tips10:51 Staying with her coach for 7 years16:02 Her keys for serving as a shorter player17:49 Her 2nd serve return strategy20:00 Her pre-match routine21:53 How she views the warmup25:20 Best advice for the 4.0 player

If you're interested in attending my NYC Doubles Camp August 23rd and 24th, visit my website www.stokketenniscoaching.com for more information and to reserve your spot.On today's episode with Conor Casey, we talk:4:14 Tennis culture and etiquette10:24 How he starts with a new player12:30 Best advice on the backhand slice15:27 Big swings to big targets21:45 Attack attack attack24:30 The deconstruction of the game31:56 Most common mistakes at his club33:36 What he laughs at on the court36:17 How to find the right coach for you39:00 What do we disagree on?You can find Conor at...IG: https://www.instagram.com/tenniscoachconorcasey/?hl=enSubstack: https://tenniscoachconorcasey.substack.com/

In this week's episode I share my backstory with Jessica Pegula, and 4 lessons I learned from watching her win the WTA Charleston 500 event. Click here to subscribe to my newsletterhttps://baselineintelligence.substack.com/

Jeff Greenwald comes back on the podcast to discuss how you can mange your energy state to win more tennis matches.We talk:1:02 What is state management?6:35 Mid-level arousal12:37 Do people need to calm down or get more amped up?18:07 Breathing in competition26:30 Feeling comfortable competing33:12 Internal awareness Find Jeff at www.fearlesstennis.com

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