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Second Serve Tennis

220 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago -

Second Serve Podcast is the only tennis podcast created exclusively for adult recreational players by everyday tennis players. We are passionate about the game and our episodes are geared towards adults playing a sport in the later years of life (hence, the name “Second Serve”). The goal of the podcast is to promote and grow the game of tennis for adult players. This podcast discusses everything related to adult recreational tennis. Topics include the following: advice for beginners; what adult recreational players wear; funny and crazy situations that happen on the court; the rules of adult tennis; and how it feels being an adult and getting your feelings hurt when you are not played in an important match. We know how it feels! If you would like to see pictures of our guests or listen to any of our previous episodes, please visit our website https://secondservepodcast.com. You can search for any topic that you're interested in and find an episode about it. We also have information about ratings, rules, tennis gear and more on our "Resources" page. Thanks so much for listening! 

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Episodes

What Adult Rec Players Can Learn From The Pros

July 13, 2024 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.75 MB

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! Support the Show. Use our referral link to g...

Tennis Friends Become Business Partners with CourtMerch (Part Two)

July 06, 2024 11:00 - 8 minutes - 5.6 MB

Can a tissue spark chaos on a tennis court? You bet it can! In this episode we hear about Carolynn and Amy's craziest and most memorable moments on the courts in Michigan. You can visit CourtMerch to check out their t-shirts and gift ideas. Support the Show. Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. Hurry this is a limited time offer that you won't want to miss! We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and ...

Tennis Friends Become Business Partners with CourtMerch

June 29, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.48 MB

Do you know a Drop Shot Demon or Queen of the Lob? Amy and Carolynn have launched a tennis business producing t-shirts and gift items for tennis players called CourtMerch. In this episode, Amy shares her journey of falling back in love with tennis after a long hiatus, leading her to captain a USTA team, while Carolynn opens up about how a sabbatical in Australia helped her overcome her initial reluctance to play. Together, they found a community in local tennis clubs and shared their experi...

10 Rules for Rec Players

June 08, 2024 11:00 - 14 minutes - 9.96 MB

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. 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! Support the Show. Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first...

Advice for Combo or Playing Across Levels - Part 2 (Try Smiling!)

May 25, 2024 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

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 Man...

Rec Tennis Tryouts - Getting Cut!

May 04, 2024 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

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) =) Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. Hurry this is a limited time offer that you won't want to miss! We...

A Surprising Run to the USTA National Championships - Part 2

April 06, 2024 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

Aileen is here to tell us about her 4.0 18+ National Championship experience (and the less than ideal situation that happened in her first game in her first match)! Also, Aileen discusses the research she did on players who got bumped after making it to the National Championship. Aileen took up tennis as an adult (starting at 2.5) and fell in love with the sport. She has played on over 100 USTA teams but this was her first experience at the National Championships. Use our referral link to...

A Surprising Run to the USTA National Championships

March 30, 2024 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.17 MB

Aileen is here to tell us about her 4.0 18+ National Championship experience! Aileen took up tennis as an adult (starting at 2.5) and fell in love with the sport. She has played on over 100 USTA teams but this was her first experience at the National Championships. In this episode Aileen discusses how the team made it to the 4.0 National Championship. If you live near the Raleigh, NC area please check out the Sanderson High School Midtown Throwdown Tennis Tournament. Come to compete or wa...

Sopranos-style Tennis - Playing in New Jersey (Crazy Stories) Part 2

March 23, 2024 11:00 - 11 minutes - 8.29 MB

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! If you live near the Raleigh, NC area please check out the Sanderson High School Midtown Throwdown Tennis Tournament....

Learn About Age-Group Adult Tournaments

March 09, 2024 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

Do you have a Gold Ball? Do you even know what a Gold Ball is? We really enjoyed talking with Brenda Carter about tournaments!  Brenda's story is a masterclass in longevity and love for the sport. Brenda's journey gives us all hope that one day we can win a Gold Ball or at least try! Please let us know if you love tournaments and which ones are your favorite! You can find tournaments on the USTA website or Brenda mentioned that Carolyn Nichols'  blog https://seniortennisblog.com has a lot...

Captaining Still Sucks!

March 02, 2024 12:00 - 7 minutes - 5.36 MB

Should you flip courts? What  is your #1 pet peeve as a captain? Erin and Aileen have over a decade of experience captaining teams and have seen a lot! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. Hurry this is a limited time offer that you won't want to miss! We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "TW Tip of the Week!" Use the code SECONDSERVE to get $20 off cleara...

Captaining Sucks!

February 24, 2024 12:00 - 11 minutes - 7.95 MB

Why is being the captain difficult? If you are a new captain this episode is for you! Both Erin and Aileen have captained multiple teams for more than a decade! Erin made a list of why being the captain is so hard or why it sucks and Aileen discusses her experiences as captain. Erin and Aileen give great advice and Carolyn listens and laughs and feels very appreciative of people willing to step up and captain! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first yea...

Annoying Situation - Bathroom Breaks!

February 17, 2024 12:00 - 8 minutes - 6.08 MB

Has your opponent ever taken a really long bathroom break? Did you think it was a strategy? Dave and Tom are back to discuss this and more! They are both NTRP 3.0s, who have been to states and sectionals numerous times.  Please check out their previous episodes about annoying situations that happen on the court at: Annoying Situations on the Court - Part 1 and Annoying Situations on the Court - Part 2. Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of Swi...

The Tennis Mind

January 13, 2024 12:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

Ever wonder why you excel in practice but crumble under the pressure of a real match? Do you feel confident on the court? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We were thrilled to have Christine from The Tennis Mind here to give us a few tips on the mental game! Christine coaches players on the mental game and is a 4.0 rated player. With advice drawn from her experiences, she encourages us to take responsibility for our own game. If would like to co...

Parenting Aces Podcast host, Lisa Stone, talks Junior Tennis and More! Part 2

January 06, 2024 12:00 - 11 minutes - 8.05 MB

Lisa Stone from Parenting Aces is back to tell us what she has learned from her 12 seasons producing her tennis podcast. She also tells us about the craziest thing that has ever happened at a junior tennis tournament! You don't want to miss it! You can contact Lisa on her website ParentingAces. SwingVision is the A.I. tennis app that brings you pro-quality shot tracking, video analysis, and line calling on any court, using just your iPhone! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick (...

Parenting Aces Podcast host, Lisa Stone, talks Junior Tennis and More!

December 30, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.56 MB

Ever wondered what it takes to raise a champion in the grueling world of junior tennis? Lisa Stone, founder of Parenting Aces, joins us to discuss this and gives a few tips to parents about the journey! You can contact Lisa on her website ParentingAces. SwingVision is the A.I. tennis app that brings you pro-quality shot tracking, video analysis, and line calling on any court, using just your iPhone! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of Swing...

Lisa Stone from Parenting Aces is Here!

December 30, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.57 MB

Ever wondered what it takes to raise a champion in the grueling world of junior tennis? Lisa Stone, founder of Parenting Aces, joins us to discuss this and gives a few tips to parents about the journey! You can contact Lisa on her website ParentingAces. SwingVision is the A.I. tennis app that brings you pro-quality shot tracking, video analysis, and line calling on any court, using just your iPhone! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of Swing...

Improving Your Tennis Game: Insights from Legendary Coach Rick Macci (Part 4)

December 23, 2023 12:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Ever wonder why your forehand doesn't look like the pros? What has made legendary tennis coach Rick Macci such a successful coach? Join us as we discuss this and Rick even helps us with our issues (and we have many!) We had the absolute pleasure of talking with Rick Macci, who enlightened us on the biomechanics of tennis. Rick's insights on the technical aspects of the game will help you understand how a deeper comprehension of the game can expedite your learning curve. The conversation goe...

Legendary Tennis Coach Rick Macci - Most Memorable Moments on the Court (Part 3)

December 16, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes - 9.99 MB

What is the most exciting tennis match legendary tennis coach Rick Macci has ever watched? What did he think of the King Richard movie? What is the most memorable moment on the court for Rick as a player and as a coach? We explore these topics and more in our on going conversation with Rick Macci! Rick Macci has trained and worked with Serena and Venus Williams, Andy Roddick, Maria Sharapova, Jennifer Capriati, and many more! Five of his players have reached number one in the world and he h...

Mental Tips from Legendary Coach Rick Macci (Part 2)

December 09, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

What mental tips does legendary tennis coach Rick Macci have for recreational players? What does he think of on court coaching for the pros and recreational players? What is the best advice he has ever given? Hall of Fame coach Rick Macci joins us to share his wisdom and experience in our latest episode. His insights on maintaining composure, forgetting mistakes quickly, and converting them into determination for the next point are invaluable for any tennis player. Rick Macci has trained ...

Hall of Fame Tennis Coach Rick Macci (One Thing To Do Before Hitting The Ball!)

December 02, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

We were thrilled to talk to Hall of Fame tennis coach Rick Macci! What is the ONE THING adult rec players should do before they hit the ball? What was it like to meet Venus Williams and Serena Williams as children? Can you get a lesson with the Hall of Fame coach? If you're an avid tennis fan or a rec player looking to improve your game, this episode, brimming with profound insights from a tennis legend, is a must-listen. Rick Macci has trained and worked with Serena and Venus Williams, A...

Legendary Tennis Coach Rick Macci (One Thing To Do Before Hitting The Ball!)

December 02, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

We were thrilled to talk to Hall of Fame tennis coach Rick Macci! What is the ONE THING adult rec players should do before they hit the ball? What was it like to meet Venus Williams and Serena Williams as children? Can you get a lesson with the Hall of Fame coach? If you're an avid tennis fan or a rec player looking to improve your game, this episode, brimming with profound insights from a tennis legend, is a must-listen. Rick Macci has trained and worked with Serena and Venus Williams, A...

Ratings Day - The Most Exciting Day of the Year!

November 30, 2023 01:00 - 8 minutes - 5.77 MB

Are you excited about your new NTRP rating? Do you check your friends' ratings as soon as you can? This is a special bump day episode! SwingVision is the A.I. tennis app that brings you pro-quality shot tracking, video analysis, and line calling on any court, using just your iPhone! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "...

SwingVision - Magic Tennis Technology! Part 3

November 11, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.45 MB

What if your heated disputes over line calls were a thing of the past? And what if an AI umpire took charge of score keeping, making the game smoother and more enjoyable for all? That's exactly what we're exploring in our conversation today with Swupnil Sahai, CEO of SwingVision.  SwingVision is the A.I. tennis app that brings you pro-quality shot tracking, video analysis, and line calling on any court, using just your iPhone! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) ...

SwingVision - Magic Tennis Technology! Part 2

November 04, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 6.67 MB

Is there a way to make the ball machine not so boring? Want stats on your game to help you win? Tune in and find out how SwingVision can elevate your tennis game to the next level! SwingVision is the A.I. tennis app that brings you pro-quality shot tracking, video analysis, and line calling on any court, using just your iPhone! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. Hurry this is a limited time offer that you won't want to mis...

SwingVision – Magic Tennis Technology!

October 28, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

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 pro-quality shot tracking, video analysis, and line calling on any court, using just your iPhone! Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. Hurry this is a limited time offer that ...

Scoring Disputes

October 21, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Ever been involved in a tennis scoring dispute that made you wish for a referee?  Do you know the USTA Rules on scoring disputes? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! In this episode we discuss scoring disputes and the different ways people handle them - go through all the points, just give in to your opponent, flip a coin, or yell at your opponent, etc.  We don't recommend yelling at your opponent! SwingVision is the A.I. tennis app that brings y...

Tennis for Life (Breast Cancer Awareness Month)

October 14, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

October is breast cancer awareness month and we greatly appreciate Victoria Thio discussing Tennis for Life with us! Tennis for Life provides free tennis lessons and court time so that breast cancer survivors may experience the benefits that tennis can bring to their lives. Tennis for Life also provides an environment for survivors to share their experiences and feelings in a relaxed social atmosphere and engage in learning activities.  If you would like to donate or learn more please cli...

Tennis vs. Pickleball

October 07, 2023 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Does it have to be a battle between tennis and pickleball? Paul Pittman and Rainey Johns from USTA Southern's Advocacy Task Force are here to discuss this and more! Please check out the Pickleball playbooks at the following links: https://advocacy.southerntennis.com https://southerntennis.com/advocacy Paul Pittman is the Chair of USTA Southern’s Advocacy Task Force.  He was the President of USTA South Carolina and inducted into the South Carolina Tennis Hall of Fame and has been on the Sou...

Don't Quit Adult Recreational Tennis!

September 30, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.02 MB

How often do you find yourself on the brink of giving up adult recreational tennis? Are you struggling to maintain the joy of playing, feeling pressured to win all the time or affected by others' attitudes towards the game?  We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! In this episode Carla joins Carolyn and Erin to discuss why you shouldn't quit adult recreational tennis (even though a few of us have wanted to)! We explore the silver lining of not winning...

More Rules More Problems! Part 2

September 23, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.76 MB

What do you do if your opponent thinks you called the ball out but you didn't? What if someone touches the net? Does it matter if the ball is still in play? What happens if a ball hits a portable scoreboard? Do Carolyn and Erin have a problem and are thinking about these situations too much? =) Thanks again to Leah for all these great questions! We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "TW Tip of the Week!" Use the code SECO...

More Rules More Problems!

September 16, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.07 MB

What should you do if your opponent yells watch out when you are hitting an overhead? What happens if your opponent's shoe falls off during a point? What if your dampener flies off? What if the dampener hits the net? Carolyn and Erin discuss these rules and more! Thank you to Leah for all these great questions! We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "TW Tip of the Week!" Use the code SECONDSERVE to get $20 off clearance ap...

Advice for Combo or Playing Across Levels - Part 2 (Try Smiling!)

September 09, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

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! 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 Methodist University, the Director of Tennis at MacGregor Downs Coun...

Advice for Combo or Playing Across Levels

September 02, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 9.9 MB

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! 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 Methodist University, the Director of Tennis at MacGregor Downs Country Club, and is...

Stump The Ump - Part 2 (Most Popular Question He is Asked and More Quick Rulings!)

August 19, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.3 MB

What is the most popular question that people ask about adult recreational tennis? It may surprise you! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We are thrilled to have Rebel Good join us!  Rebel has been officiating tennis for over 30 years and has officiated US Opens, Olympics, Davis Cup and Fed Cup events.  He writes the Court of Appeals Column for Tennis Magazine and the Stump The Ump section for Western Wake Tennis Association.  Click on Stump The ...

That Jerk Just Hit Me!

August 05, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MB

Is it bad etiquette to hit someone with a ball during a match? Have you ever been hit? Did it make you mad? Do you feel differently based on what level you played or what you are playing such as mixed? A listener asked a follow up question to the etiquette episodes. Let Carolyn and Erin know what you think! Please check out our previous etiquette episodes - Tennis Etiquette (Before The Match, Balls Rolling All Over The Place) Tennis Etiquette (Did She Just Cheer When I Double Faulted?) ...

Pet Peeves Part 2 (A Captain's Perspective and What We Do That Bothers Our Opponents)

July 29, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

What pet peeves do captains have?  Why do people care when we spin the racquet before the match?  Carolyn, Erin, and Michelle discuss these things and what they do that may bother their opponents! We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "TW Tip of the Week!" Use the code SECONDSERVE to get $20 off clearance apparel when you spend $100 or more. ...

Raleigh Pro League (Conversation with Brian Rosenthal) - Part 2

June 24, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

Have you ever beaten Andy Roddick or Serena Williams? If you did, would you brag about it? We definitely would but for some reason Brian doesn't. Find out why and learn more about the Raleigh Pro League in this episode! This is part 2 of our episode with Brian Rosenthal, the director of the Raleigh Pro League. Brian was a top ten junior in Florida and played for NC State University. He started a tennis management company called RDUTennis in 2007.  He trained at the Rick Macci Tennis Academy...

Raleigh Pro League (Conversation with Brian Rosenthal)

June 17, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

What is the Raleigh Pro League?  Will adult rec players ever be as good as the people who play in that league? Most likely no! But it will definitely make us better to watch them. We really enjoyed speaking with Brian Rosenthal, the director of the Raleigh Pro League. Brian was a top ten junior in Florida and played for NC State University. He started a tennis management company called RDUTennis in 2007.  He trained at the Rick Macci Tennis Academy with Andy Roddick and both Williams’ sist...

Tiafoe is Right! Do You Agree?

June 10, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

Do you think fans should be able to move around and speak during a professional tennis match? Or do you enjoy that it is quiet? Frances Tiafoe said in Forbes "I think fans should be able to come and go and move around and speak during matches," he says. "Imagine going to a basketball game and not saying anything." He concedes certain events should retain some of the tradition, such as Wimbledon, but "outside that, let's start to change things to bring younger fans to the game." You can read...

Adult Rec Tennis Tryouts

May 27, 2023 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

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 are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "TW Tip of the Week!" Use the code SECONDSERVE to get $20 off ...

No Racquet No Problem (Tennis Lending Lockers)

May 20, 2023 11:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Have you ever been at a court and wanted to play but didn't have a racquet? Do you have a bunch of old racquets that are sitting in your closet? We are thrilled to have Kim Roberts on the podcast! Kim is the Executive Director of the Raleigh Tennis Association ("RTA") and is here to tell us about a new tennis initiative called "Tennis Anyone?".  RTA is placing tennis lending lockers at various public courts and community centers in Raleigh filled with gently used tennis racquets and new ca...

MAY MADNESS - 2023 NCAA Tennis Championships

April 28, 2023 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

Are you excited for MAY MADNESS?  Kelly Gaines is back on the podcast to discuss the 2023 NCAA Tennis Championship!  Kelly is the Executive Director of USTA NC. She played tennis at William Peace University, was a pro at the North Hills Club, and was the head coach of the NC State Women's Tennis team. Below are the links to the Live Streamed Selection Shows on May 1, 2023: Men’s: https://www.ncaa.com/news/tennis-men/article/2023-04-26/2023-tennis-championships-selections-schedule-mens-to...

The Ultimate Tennis Vacation

April 15, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Have you ever been to a tennis camp with friends as an adult? If not, you should try it! Erin went to a tennis camp with friends in Costa Rica! In this episode Erin interviews tennis pro Karen Rembert in Costa Rica. Karen is a National USTA Finalist in 45 Doubles (2019), a two-time NC State 25 Doubles Champion (1993-94), and ranked #11 nationally in NAIA Doubles (1986-1990). If you would like to learn more about her camp please check out her facebook page at Costa Rica All Inclusive Tenni...

What's In Your Tennis Bag?

April 01, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.63 MB

 What's in your tennis bag?  Do you even have a tennis bag?  We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! Are you prepared for everything or do you walk up with just a racquet? Michelle joins us for a discussion about what we have in our tennis bags. We have all played adult recreational tennis from levels 2.5 to 4.0.  Let us know if we are missing anything! We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to br...

The New Recovery (iCRYO Recovery & Wellness) - Part 2

March 25, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.44 MB

Have you ever tried cryotherapy, red light therapy, or infusions for recovery? If so let us know if they were helpful! This is second part of our conversation with Matt Pepe. Matt is the owner and operator of iCRYO Recovery & Wellness centers. Matt currently operates two centers (one in Raleigh in the North Hills District and one in Cary at the Waverly Place Shopping Plaza). Matt received his Masters in Sport Medicine and was an athletic trainer at Seton Hall University. As a listener you ...

The New Recovery (iCRYO Recovery & Wellness)

March 18, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.7 MB

How do you recover? Have you ever tried cryotherapy? We are thrilled to talk with Matt Pepe! Matt is the owner and operator of iCRYO Recovery & Wellness centers. Matt currently operates two centers (one in Raleigh in the North Hills District and one in Cary at the Waverly Place Shopping Plaza). Matt received his Masters in Sport Medicine and was an athletic trainer at Seton Hall University. As a listener you can get a $39 credit to Matt's locations in Raleigh or Cary, North Carolina by men...

What Should You Be Able To Do At Each Level? Characteristics of Different Rating Levels

March 11, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 6.96 MB

What are the general characteristics at each level?  Do you feel like you are at the correct level? We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes. In this episode we review the USTA NTRP General Characteristics for levels 2.5 to 5.0 and discuss whether we believe we are the correct level based on the guidance. We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "TW Tip of the Week!" Use the code SECONDSERVE to get $20 off clearan...

Tennis Superstitions

March 04, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

What tennis superstitions do you have? Do you have any winning ones? If so let us know! In this episode we discuss tennis superstitions that adult rec tennis players have and the crazy ones we have. It is sometimes difficult to determine whether what someone does is part of their preparation, routine, or is a superstition. We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "TW Tip of the Week!" Use the code SECONDSERVE to get $20 off ...

Sports Parenting - Don't Go Bat Sh*t Crazy (Part Three)

February 18, 2023 12:00 - 11 minutes - 8.15 MB

As a sports parent why do you need to think about not only your child's personality but also your own? We are very excited to have Bill Schillings on the podcast! Bill wrote a book called Sports Parenting (Creating an environment for success...without going Bat Sh*t Crazy). If you would like to purchase his book or read his blog you can do so at his website: Purchase Book Here or Read His Blog Bill played at Penn State University where he was the captain and played #1 singles and doubles...