Can cutting down on unforced errors really transform your tennis game? Discover the strategies and mental tactics used by the pros, as Bill Oakes enlightens us on how even a slight shift in focus can elevate your recreational play. Bill is a sports marketing, sponsorship, communications and event production professional. He has worked at Wake Forest University, the Winston-Salem Open, the USTA Southern Section and numerous sports marketing firms over the last thirty plus years. ...

What can adult recreational players learn from the pros? Join us for a compelling conversation with Bill Oakes, a veteran in sports marketing with over three decades of experience. Discover how concentrating on minimizing unforced errors and focusing on strategy rather than hitting winners can revolutionize your performance, whether you're a 2.5 or 3.5 USTA player. We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star ratin...

What happens when the scoreboard no longer defines you? We share how breast cancer reshaped our game, our mindset, and our joy—on and off the court. Hear the hard parts and the hope. We were thrilled to speak with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse! She is one of the most recognized playtesters in the world. In addition, she is the host of the Talk Tennis podcast, a ridiculously good tennis player, and does a million different things! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you liste...

Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and the host of the Talk Tennis podcast found a lump before Wimbledon. Carolyn got a cancer email before getting the opportunity to sit in the President's Suite at the US Open with Erin. Hear how tennis and the tennis community carried them through diagnoses, wigs, and tough calls. Michelle is one of the most recognized playtesters in the world. In addition, she is a ridiculously good tennis player! You can watch the full interview below: Youtube: Talk Ten...

Have you ever questioned whether a ball landed in or out? How fun would it be to see a replay (or to challenge a call)? We were thrilled to have back on the podcast Swupnil Sahai, CEO of SwingVision. SwingVision is the A.I. tennis app that brings you shot tracking, video analysis, and line calling on any court, using just your iPhone! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondservepodcast.com Instagram: sec...

"Did you slow this down?" That's what friends ask when they see their SwingVision footage. Reality check: that's how we actually play! Now with expert coach reviews available worldwide, everyone can get elite feedback on their actual match play. Tennis improvement democratized. SwingVision founder Swupnil returns to discuss the app's latest innovations, including a groundbreaking remote coaching feature and an upgraded motorized Swing Stick that automatically positions your phone for optimal ...

Have you ever tried out for an adult rec tennis team? Did you know it was a tryout? Have you ever been cut from a team after a tryout? In this episode we discuss trying out for teams and how ridiculous it is. If you aren't sure whether it is a tryout or not Erin has a question you could ask (other than is this a tryout) =) We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondservepodcast.com Instagram: secondservepodcast Facebook...

Are you ready to transform your net play in doubles tennis? Join us for an insightful conversation with Karen Rembert, a veteran teaching professional with over three decades of coaching experience. Karen shares her wisdom on the crucial role of self-talk and confidence in becoming a dominant net player. Karen was a National USTA Finalist in 45 Doubles, a two-time NC State 25 Doubles Champion, and ranked #11 nationally in NAIA Doubles. If you would like to learn more about her camp please ...

Can mastering your mental game truly transform your tennis performance? Karen Rembert thinks so, and she's back for part two of our tiebreakers series to show you how. Get ready for an episode packed with actionable tips from Karen on how to stay mentally sharp during those high-pressure moments. Learn the art of self-talk, and discover how to maintain your composure. In addition, Karen gives a few pieces of advice for levels 2.5 to 4.0! Karen was a National USTA Finalist in 45 Doubles, a tw...

Ever wondered how to master those nerve-wracking tiebreakers in tennis? Join us as we welcome Karen Rembert, a teaching pro with over 30 years of coaching experience. Karen was a National USTA Finalist in 45 Doubles, a two-time NC State 25 Doubles Champion, and ranked #11 nationally in NAIA Doubles. Karen is a USTA High-Performance Coach, USPTA Elite Professional, and a USPTA Certified Pickleball Professional. Whether you're just picking up a racket or you're a seasoned competitor, this epis...

Tennis has always been a sport that brings people together, but few organizations exemplify this unifying power better than Abilities Tennis Association of North Carolina (ATANC). Led by Executive Director Lou Welch since 2014, this remarkable organization has created a thriving community that promotes fitness, fosters community, and champions inclusion for athletes with intellectual disabilities through the adaptive sport of tennis. You can learn more about Abilities Tennis and sign up for t...

This is part 2 of our episode Kenny, who is the 4.0 18 plus singles National Champion! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Kenny is a former division 1 football player, a former top ten track cyclist in Thailand, and won the UK cheese rolling competition. He co-runs a local UTR league - called Elite Tennis League - with his doubles partner Chris Springer who he played 4.5 doubles with at the National Championships. If you would like to watch K...

Do you want to be a National Champion? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Imagine setting impossible goals and constantly reaching them! That's precisely what our guest, Kenny, has done. Kenny was the 4.0 18 plus singles National Champion! He is a former division 1 football player, a former top ten track cyclist in Thailand, and won the UK cheese rolling competition. If you would like to watch Kenny winning the cheese rolling competition please c...

Have you ever been on the court and didn't know the rule? We have 10 rules we wished we would have known when we started playing USTA matches. We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! In this episode we go through situations that happened on the tennis court to us where no one knew what to do or we were surprised by the rule. You can Download Our Rules Card and please reach out if you have other rules we should include in the future! We would great...

Kana is back to tell us about crazy adult recreational tennis stories in New Jersey! Playing indoors with a time limit can make everything a little more difficult because one team may want to slow down while the other team may want to speed up. It can lead to a few frustrating or funny situations! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondserv...

Is adult tennis the same in different parts of the country? Do you have to try out as an adult? Are you required to buy the uniform? Is a win on court 1 worth more than other courts? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We now know there can be no rule in USTA Leagues about order of strength lineups. Listen to our episode about USTA Urban Legends to learn more! We really appreciate Kana joining us to discuss playing tennis in a league in New Je...

What do you do if your opponents are only hitting to the lower rated player? What are some tactics for playing against higher level players? Francie Barragan is here to give advice for playing combo or across different levels! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Francie played college tennis for NC State and was the Assistant Coach for NC State after graduating. She was the Head Coach at Methodist University, the Director of Professional Tennis Mana...

Do you ever have trouble playing people that hit with less pace? Why is it so difficult to play against lower rated players? Francie Barragan is here to give advice for playing combo or across different levels! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Francie played college tennis for NC State and was the Assistant Coach for NC State after graduating. She was the Head Coach at Methodist University, the Director of Professional Tennis Management at Method...

Welcome to a candid, laughter-filled exploration of tennis partnership dynamics with our guests Rachel and McKenzie, who pull back the curtain on their successful doubles relationship. Ready to laugh, learn, and maybe pick up a few unconventional tennis tips along the way? Listen now and join the conversation about what makes doubles partnerships work on and off the court. We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondserve...

We are back with McKenzie and Rachel to discuss receiving strategy and more! The secret to doubles success isn't just technical skill—it's communication. Discover how signals, strategy, and knowing when to poach can transform your game. Sometimes the non-hitting partner is the most impactful player on court! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondservepodcast.com Instagram: second_serve_tennis_podcast Facebook:...