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Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Will Boucek

255 episodes

5 days ago

I share seven strategy lessons gathered from recent experiences at the US Open, Davis Cup, and coaching club players heading to Nationals. These lessons are particularly helpful for the 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5 level doubles players who tend to get some of these things wrong. Note: Tennis Tribe Members get access to all seven lessons, while everyone can preview the first three. Focusing on what happens most - and why we get this wrong.How to think about getting to the net.Scouting what your opp...

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I share seven strategy lessons gathered from recent experiences at the US Open, Davis Cup, and coaching club players heading to Nationals. These lessons are particularly helpful for the 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, and 4.5 level doubles players who tend to get some of these things wrong. Note: Tennis Tribe Members get access to all seven lessons, while everyone can preview the first three. Focusing on what happens most - and why we get this wrong.How to think about getting to the net.Scouting what your opp...

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Episodes (20/255)

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Creating Structure On & Off-Court, Learning from Losses, & Ideas for Doubles with Jamie Cerretani

Jamie Cerretani, a former top 50 ATP doubles player and founder of Inspired, shares his holistic approach to coaching professional doubles players through structured preparation, mindset work, and career optimization. Working with JP Smith, who reached a career-high ranking of 50 in ATP doublesCreating a daily structure for players that includes tennis practice, gym work, and family timeViewing family responsibilities as strengths rather than distractions for professional playersLearning from...

5 days ago

45 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

The Mental Game, Lessons from Coaches, & Drinking Contests with 2025 USO Champs Erin Routliffe & Gaby Dabrowski

2025 US Open Champions, Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe, take us behind the scenes of their incredible run, sharing details about their mental approach, the dynamics of their successful partnership, and their victory celebration in New York. How many days did they take off after winning the US Open?How to come back after losing the first set 0-6Developing belief as players who don't naturally possess unwavering confidenceFinding the perfect balance between high energy and mental focus durin...

1 week ago

55 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Volley Training, US Open Semifinal Prep, Match Momentum, & Mixed Doubles with Coach Bruce Lipka

Bruce Lipka, coach of US Open doubles champion Erin Routliffe, joins the show for the second time. I spoke with him before Erin Routliffe and Gaby Dabrowski played their semifinal match in New York. Why preparing for semifinals involves months of workChampionship-level doubles requires continuous improvement rather than focusing on winning or losingHow they turned around a 0-6 first set in the quarterfinalsThe compact tournament format creates challenges with mental recovery as players compet...

2 weeks ago

22 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Joe Salisbury Interview: Athleticism, Team Chemistry, College Tennis, & Mixed Doubles

Three-time US Open Champion Joe Salisbury joined me before the start of this year's tournament to discuss his athleticism, doubles partnership with Neal Skupski, college tennis experience, and more. Tomorrow, Joe and Neal play in the US Open Final on ESPN. Here's what we discussed before the tournament. Attributes his exceptional athleticism to his parents and playing multiple sports growing upCredits natural instincts and mobility work for his remarkable court speed and movementExplains how ...

3 weeks ago

23 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

New Partners, New York Food, Practice, & Goals with Nicole Melichar-Martinez

Nicole Melichar-Martinez joins us from the US Open to share insights on her recent doubles success and preparation for the final Grand Slam of the year. I spoke with her fresh off a title in Monterey with new partner Cristina Bucșa. Detailed breakdown of Nicole's practice routine, including specialized drills for volleys and overheadsComparison of New York to other Grand Slam cities, with particular focus on commute times and logistical challengesFood recommendations for NYC, with Nicole rank...

3 weeks ago

19 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Rajeev Ram Interview: Doubles Tips, New Partnerships, Mixed Doubles, Future Plans, and Fishes

Rajeev Ram joins me for the first time in 2025. He's coming off a Masters 1000 title in Cincinnati with new partner, Nikola Mektić. Rajeev shares insights on building team chemistry in doubles partnerships. He offers a nuanced perspective on the singles vs doubles player debate and provides practical advice on net play strategy, return tips, and career longevity. We also discussed: FishesBuilding team chemistry quickly in a new partnershipExplains his "two-by-four" analogy for effective net p...

1 month ago

33 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Lloyd Glasspool & Julian Cash: Winning Streaks, Superstitions, and Partnership Advice

At the Cincinnati Open, I spoke with the current #1 doubles team on the ATP tour. Lloyd Glasspool and Julian Cash's win streak ended at 22 in Cincinnati. We discuss their dominant run on the ATP doubles tour and the mental approach that has led to their success. The pair shares insights into their tiebreaker tactics, physical and mental challenges during their streak, and the fundamentals of what makes a successful doubles partnership. Strategies for tiebreakers, including energy management a...

1 month ago

23 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Doubles Practice with ATP & WTA Coach Dan Kiernan

I spoke with ATP & WTA Coach, Dan Kiernan, in Cincinnati about life as a professional coach, doubles drills, practice sets, and more. This episode will help you rethink how you practice. Dan works with multiple players on different teams, not uncommon for doubles coaches, so you'll get insights into what his day-to-day responsibilities look like. Dan's daily schedule can involve up to 7-8 hours of court time, plus meetings, court bookings, academy management (Soto Tennis Academy), podcast...

1 month ago

24 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Catherine Harrison Interview: Doubles Training, Warmup Routine, & The Transition to Doubles

Former Top 70 WTA doubles player Catherine Harrison returns to the show to share her journey recovering from multiple injuries over the past few seasons. We discuss her recent decision to focus exclusively on doubles moving forward. Catherine came to Fort Worth, Texas, last week, where we spent two days of intensive on-court doubles training. We discussed the key takeaways from the training and more. Simple tactical improvements from two days of training.Doubles drills that she found helpful....

1 month ago

32 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Member AMA: Beating Unconventional Players, Shot Selection vs the Lob, & Weak Partners

This is a free preview of a Tennis Tribe member episode. To hear the full episode, become a member at thetennistribe.com/memberships. In this episode, I answer three questions from Tennis Tribe members and followers. FREE: How to beat unconventional or unorthodox players.Why there is no "right way" to hit a tennis ball.Topspin can be overrated.Members: All the options you have when the opponent hits a lob, and when to use each.One of the most underpracticed shots for club players (it's not th...

1 month ago

14 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

JJ Tracy & Robert Cash Interview: The Balance Between Focus & Fun, Partner Dynamics, & Challengers vs ATP Events

The rising American doubles team of JJ Tracy and Robert Cash share their journey from winning the NCAAs at Ohio State in 2024 to becoming ATP doubles title winners in Los Cabos in 2025. They've climbed to #59 and #62 in the world this year from outside the top 140. You'll learn what's clicked for them recently, and get to know them as individuals and as a team. Working with new coach Andy Fitzell has helped refine their game and contributed to back-to-back titlesBalancing a lighthearted appro...

2 months ago

42 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

4 Lessons from Wimbledon: Pre-Match Practice, Baseline Matchups, & More

I watched a lot of Wimbledon doubles over the past few weeks. In this episode, I share 4 strategy lessons from the Championships. Watching professional doubles can help you learn new tactics, positioning, movement, and strategy that you can apply to your own game. Practice specific shots to counter your upcoming opponents' preferred tactics, as demonstrated by Wimbledon Champions, Elise Mertens & Veronika Kudermetova.When you have the baseline advantage, stay patient and consistent.At the...

2 months ago

20 minutes

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Olivia Nicholls Interview: Journey to WTA Top 25, Highs & Lows of the Season, & Mixed Doubles

World #23 Olivia Nicholls joins us fresh off her first title with partner Tereza Mihalíková in Berlin. She discusses her career-high ranking, steady rise in doubles, and shares insights on overcoming challenges throughout her career journey. Defeating Roland Garros Champs, Errani and Paolini, in Berlin, breaking their 13-match win streak, including tactical adjustmentsOn developing a belief in her game to beat any teamOvercoming four consecutive first-round losses during the clay seasonWorkin...

2 months ago

35 minutes

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Julian Cash Interview: Team Dynamics, Achieving a Career High, & What ATP Doubles Needs

Julian Cash is ranked #12 on the ATP Doubles Tour, has four titles in 2025, and is currently #3 in the race to the ATP Finals. In this conversation, he shares the story of his impressive rise in professional doubles, his successful partnership with Lloyd Glasspool, thoughts on college tennis, mixed doubles, and more. How his partnership with Lloyd Glasspool is built on aligned goals, complementary playing styles, and balancing each other's energy levelsBreaking down their semifinal match agai...

3 months ago

28 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Neal Skupski Interview: Partnership with Joe Salisbury, Clay to Grass Transition, & Roland Garros Run

Neal Skupski, the #11 ranked doubles player on the ATP Tour and three-time Wimbledon champion, discusses his partnership with Joe Salisbury, their recent Roland Garros finals run, and more. I spoke with Neal during his off day in Eastbourne, where he was preparing for the quarterfinals. He and Joe won that match and are now in the semis. Working through the chemistry and tactical adjustments of a new partnershipThe significant adjustments required to transition from clay to grassIs grass Neal...

3 months ago

29 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

US Open Mixed Doubles Reaction with Philip Fama

The US Open just announced its entry list for the 2025 Mixed Doubles Tournament. In case you missed it, they've made significant changes to the event this year, which I discussed with Dan Kiernan and many players at Indian Wells back in March on the podcast. This episode, recorded on Instagram Live with Philip from Tweener Head Tennis, includes my initial reaction to the entry list and a deeper discussion surrounding mixed doubles and ATP/WTA doubles. As the US Open revamps the event with sin...

3 months ago

35 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Fix Your Serve, Net Position Mistakes, & Communication Errors: 3 Lessons from Doubles Camp

For the first time in a while, a strategy episode! I'm celebrating the launch of the new Tennis Tribe Memberships. Learn more here. The margins in tennis are incredibly small, with the Roland Garros finals being decided by just a few points across all four finals. Effective strategies can make all the difference in gaining a few extra points, resulting in a win or a loss. In this episode, I cover three areas that might be holding you back. Why you should play closer to the net... sometimesA n...

3 months ago

26 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Preparing for the French Open Quarterfinal with Coach Calvin Betton, Sander Arends, & Luke Johnson

Sander Arends, Luke Johnson, and Coach Calvin Betton offer a behind-the-scenes look at their preparation between matches during their French Open quarterfinal run. They shared thoughts on their R3 victory, off-day schedule, pre-match routines, and more. How they reset mentally after the momentum shifted in their R3 matchCoach Calvin's approach to supporting from the player box without micromanagingThe importance of team identity and consistent playing style in doublesHow players structure the...

3 months ago

21 minutes

Doubles Only Tennis Podcast

Nicole Melichar-Martinez: Clay Season, How Partnerships Work, Mental Health, & FOOD!

Nicole Melichar-Martinez, ranked #21 on the WTA doubles tour, shares insider perspectives on partnership dynamics, tournament conditions, and the future of doubles. The clay season in Europe offers beautiful cities, but she isn't a fan of the extended tournamentsWhich tournaments treat the doubles players well, and which ones need improvementWTA now conducts post-tournament surveys to gather player feedbackHer take on the 2025 season so far, including partnership breakups, WTA Finals favorite...

4 months ago

39 minutes

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Coach Craig Veal Interview: Developing Consistent Performance, Same vs Different Partners, & Doubles Strategy

Craig Veal shares his experience coaching three top-40 WTA doubles players: Desirae Krawczyk (#14), Olivia Nicholls (#32), and Teresa Mihalikova (#34). Currently in Paris, preparing his players for the upcoming French Open, Craig and I discussed how he manages multiple players while sharing strategy insights, and more. Craig's coaching philosophy centers on "coaching people first, tennis second," which has led to long-term coaching relationshipsHe shares one doubles tactic that is more effect...

4 months ago

44 minutes