Baseline Intelligence with Jonathan Stokke
Baseline Intelligence is a podcast dedicated to providing a broad array of insights and perspectives for both highly competitive and recreational tennis players. In addition to comprehensive discussions related to proper technique, helpful practice, training and strategy recommendations, this podcast explores the dimensions of important mental training, and the application and interpretation of meaningful tennis analytics. Just as important, this podcast aims to be a fun, entertaining and informative listen that includes candid interviews with top ATP and WTA players, up-and-coming tour players, top NCAA men’s and women’s tennis coaches, and other leading voices in the world of tennis.
Latest episodes
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Jan 24, 2022 • 48min
Craig O'Shannessy: Using data to optimize strategy
Craig O'Shannessy, leading strategy analyst for the ATP Tour and former strategist for Novak Djokovic, discusses the importance of analyzing patterns and strategies in tennis matches. He emphasizes focusing on the opponent's weaknesses and the significance of practicing serve, return, and specific match segments. Other topics include the mental and emotional aspects of tennis, tactics that make the guest cringe, and minimizing errors to maximize performance.
Jan 17, 2022 • 36min
Rajeev Ram: What it means to be a great performer
Rajeev Ram is our guest for the second episode of Baseline Intelligence. Rajeev is ranked 4th in the ATP Doubles Rankings after a fantastic 2021 season where he (and partner Joe Salisbury) reached the Australian Open final, the semifinals of Wimbledon and won the US Open. We talk:3:42 - How he maintains his emotional energy throughout a long season5:04 - Managing 10 point tiebreakers11:10 - What he and Joe need to work on to finish as the top ranked doubles team12:40 - What it's like preparing for a grand slam final16:00 - How the game of doubles is changing21:30 - What makes a great doubles partner27:20 - What it means to be a "performer"31:45 - How to avoid burnout**sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com
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Jan 9, 2022 • 42min
Jessica Pegula: Climbing the WTA rankings with 1% improvement
18th ranked Jessica Pegula discusses her climb in the WTA rankings, the importance of 1% improvement, her basic match tactic, and the role of junior tennis experience. She also shares insights on practice 'tickles' and her dogs' dietary habits.
Jan 3, 2022 • 52sec
Introduction to Baseline Intelligence
Welcome to the Baseline Intelligence podcast! Each episode will feature a prominent player or coach who will share what they've learned throughout their careers. We'll discuss their strategies, techniques, mindsets, fitness plans, and anything else they consider when trying to be great at the game we all love. My hope is that each episode will help you learn something new and improve your game without even hitting a tennis ball.
