The 9th version of the Wilson Blade is here! The SHARPEST Blade yet! Some of the thinnest and most flexible beams in Wilson's racquet line, the Blade family is revered for its pinpoint precision and outstanding ball feedback and we talk Beyond our Playtest! Troy and Chris join Michelle to chat all about this updated line -- including what changed, what stood out, what to compare these too and more! We answer all your questions and are live while doing it so interact in real time to you guys! And leave us a question to answer for the next time we record a podcast! Check out all the models of WILSON Blades: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Wilson_Blade_Tennis_Racquets/catpage-BLXRACQUETS.html If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Coaching corner with Tim Foley: we take a philosophical look at hustle culture, coaching American tennis, how to be the "best" player, what your DNA says about the player you can be, being happy with your tennis and so much more including: - hypnotizing yourself on the court - happy on the court doesn't necessarily equal winning; how you define your value as a tennis player - learning tennis; and how to improve - hustle culture and trying to outwork to be successful; working "harder" - translating how you practice to mean something in your match play - setting realistic expectations in your tennis world - "the reason you need to win is the reason you don't" - why do YOU play tennis?! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

She's a pro tennis player, undrafted Quarterback, USC Trojan, sweatpant collector, 0-star Michelin chef with a master's degree and a hidden tattoo of Sisyphus! Angela Kulikov is HERE! And we get a chance to take a peek into her world as she embarks on her 3rd year on the WTA Tour. Through some thought-provoking discussions and engaging anecdotes, this episode is sure to offer some great perspective on what it is like to be on tour! Follow Angela on IG: https://www.instagram.com/angelakulikov/?hl=en & her QB CHICK account: https://www.instagram.com/theqbchick/?hl=en If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We know, we know...the Australian Open is OVER. But we are missing the late nights and are back for one more episode highlighting the gear switches and swaps on the ATP Tour! Plus, we always share some fun stories, laughs and thoughts. Including players like Carlos Alcaraz, Bautista Agut, Arthur Fils, Fokina, Chris Eubanks and more. We go through the draw from top to bottom to share what we know about these players and their current gear from the top seeds to the qualifiers! And Michelle apologizes for her mispronunciation of certain names. And for fangirling over Xavier Malisse. If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We know the Australian Open has already started and we've spent some sleepless nights watching all the tennis! In this episode, we talk about some of the gear changes (from racquets, to shoes to apparel, coaches and more!) on the WTA Tour and go through the draw. Yes, it was recorded before the tournament started but YES you will still enjoy the chatter and stories we have regarding the pro ladies playing down under! Stay tuned, the ATP episode will be coming soon... If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Learn and hear all about the 2024 PURE STRIKE LINE UP racquets! And then demo some! Listen up to find out: What has changed in these racquets? What was the demand from the strike players for this update how the new flax materials feel What do the updates provide for the player -- what will be noticeably different? What racquets are in the family? Who is the Pure Strike player & how they differ from Pure Drive or Aero hitters Blacked out playtest at TW & our experience with the prototypes How do you go from so many hitter samples to picking the right one Design inspo? Working with Cam Norrie & Dominic Thiem Who are the future STRIKE players?! Best string set up for each racquet in the family and more! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Where did 2023 go?! We aren't sure, but we do want to share some of our favorite TALK TENNIS podcast episodes as we recall some of the moments we geeked out on all things tennis this year! From pro player chats to geeking out on gear with industry experts, we have covered it all! Take a listen, catch up on anything you might have missed, and stay tuned for more in 2024! Wishing you all the best for 2024 and all the tennis, plus more time on the court! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Jennifer Gelhaus, host of Vida Tennis Podcast & Tennis Pro, joins us today to talk through the best gift ideas for ANY and EVERY tennis player in your life (including your coach, your partner, kiddos, parents, and MORE). We also talk about some of the best (and worst fashion) from this year and our favorite brands and MUST have items if you are tennis fanatics like us! Products we LOVE from this episode: Ace The Moon: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Ace_The_Moon/catpage-ATM.html ON'RE: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/ONRE/catpage-ONRE.html VIMHUE hats: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/VimHue/catpage-VIMHUE.html GIFT GUIDE: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Holiday_Gift_Guide/catpage-GIFTGUIDEPP.html Check out VIDA Tennis Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/vidatennispodcast/ If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Rooted in tennis. Inspired by life. ACE THE MOON is one of my favorite new tennis brands and it is no secret it is their mission to build a human connection around sports (TENNIS!), art, music and life. From the fun prints to amazing hats, the brand is bringing loads of personality to the court and PERFECT for gifting to the tennis player in your life! In this episode, we talk to Josh & Deena, co-founders of Ace The Moon, about ALL THE THINGS! Including how they started, how they met (it's a good story!), what they are inspired by, who their clothing is for and SO MUCH MORE. To give you a better idea of their brand, we snagged this snippet from their site - check it out and enjoy: "There are so many parallels between our favorite sports and every day life. Tennis, much like life itself, will throw you a combination of winners, unforced errors, lobs, dropshots and just about anything in between. We know that we play our best tennis, and are at our best both personally and professionally, when we are just having fun, staying relaxed and being in the moment. In a time where it often seems difficult to make and build genuine connections, we hope that some of the fun and unique products and stories we bring out to the world can help bring people together." Shop ACE THE MOON at Tennis Warehouse: https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Ace_The_Moon/catpage-ATM.html Follow ACE THE MOON: https://www.instagram.com/acethemoon_la/ Check out their website: https://acethemoon.com/ If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

In this episode, Danielle Lao explains how she has taken a step back from competing on the pro tour in 2023, but in doing so, she has found a passion in running and coaching tennis. As a Hoka athlete, she continues to increase her milage and run with intention whether it is for a race or just to connect socially with athletes. She talks about what she loves about running and how the community differs between the tennis world. She even walks us through the Hoka line of tennis shoes! She also has found herself coaching up and coming players in tennis -- everyone from college players transitioning to the pro tour to up and coming juniors. Despite saying she would "never" coach, she's doing it and her passion and love for the sport shine through in this discussion! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

You see that 'light blue grip that doesn't slip' everywhere, but what else does the TOURNA brand have to offer in the tennis world!? In this episode, we chat with Kevin Niksich all about the newest TOURNA TUFF overgrip as well as their history in the tennis world and why so many people play with Tournagrip. We learn more about: - the "TOURNA" origin story -- including where HQ is located & what it is like working with family - stories around the OG TournaGrip -- who used it, when it was released, etc. - fun pro tennis stories! - what is Tourna Tuff and how is it different from the OG? is it thicker? - best conditions for each Tourna grip - Tourna STRINGS - & more! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We know you love the classic line of Head Prestiges as much as we do! So it was easy for a few of us to come together and talk about the heritage of these racquets and all the nostalgia around the new intro of the Prestige Classic 2.0! Sporting the iconic maroon color that was introduced with the Prestige Pro 600 in the late 80s, this racquet is not only a great collectible, but it also offers a truly phenomenal hitting experience. With its compact head, thin 19.5mm beam, dense string pattern and low RA the Prestige Classic 2.0 delivers the buttery feedback and mindless precision of a bygone era. That said, this is no mere clone of the original. Head spent over a year experimenting with different layups in order to create a slightly more stable and powerful response without losing the sublime feel that has attracted generations of players. The upshot, according to our TW playtesters, is a more modern Prestige Classic, one that makes it easier to get the ball moving through the court. That said, even without Twaron, this modern remake still captures the magical playability that has defined this racquet since its release over 30 years ago. We tried to answer all your questions in terms of who has played with the Prestiges from the past and which one this plays closest to as well as what makes this racquet a must have! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

The tennis world continues to evolve and innovate and this episode is dedicated to the string made 100% from recycled materials: Luxilon Eco Power and Eco Spin. Jo Ann Thomas Kemp, the Global Line Product Manager at Wilson Racquet Sports, and Thierry Beyltiens, the Product Innovation Director at Luxilon join us in this episode to talk all about strings, string trends and the newest Luxilon strings: ECO Power & ECO Rough. Having just come back from the 2023 US Open, they also offer some cool insider info on the stringing trends with the pros. We also learn: About the Wilson & Luxilon relationship How long did it take to get these strings from concept to market How efficient is Luxilon as a brand & what ways do they help daily be an environmental friendly brand Different materials used in creation; did you partner with someone to gain access to recycled materials? What materials is the string made from Explain the recycled packaging How many prototypes were there? Talk about Wilson/Luxilon view on recycled materials and reducing waste through the brand/line Do you expect competitors and other brands to jump in the trend? Any pros considering or using Luxilon Eco Power or Rough? Share some stories from the process - did you learn anything new using new materials? Is this string recyclable after it breaks?! Can it go in the recycle bin or will it break down? Who are these strings for? and more! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

We're back with our BEYOND THE PLAYTEST episode with our playtest team and today we are talking all about the Yonex Percepts! We talk all about what this new minty green new family of racquets from Yonex and go deeper into the specs. We discuss how they differ from other Yonex families, like the EZONES, VCORE Pros, VCORES and how they are similar to other racquets, like the Head Speeds, the Wilson Blades and the more. We also discuss which was our favorite model, what strings work best and what modifications we might be making as we play more often with these racquets. If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Their journeys have been different and their goals may differ slightly, but one thing is for sure, Asia Muhammad and Alexa Guarachi are navigating the WTA Tour together sometimes as partners, sometimes as opponents but always as good friends! They cover all sorts of topics including: How do you go about picking a partner? Why do you switch? How important is chemistry on the court vs. off the court? If you could partner with any retired player at a slam who would it be and why? One male for mixed doubles and then a female for ladies doubles! Good luck at the US Open, wishing all the best! Biggest differences in SUCCEEDING in singles vs doubles & why is it so hard to crack the top 100 in singles? Keys to a good returnFavorite thing about playing dubs? Most challenging part of dubs and the dubs tour Who do you travel with? Who's your team? If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Being the parent of a top junior tennis player isn't easy. Add in coaching and it is even tougher! But Quinn and James Borchard seem to have the secret formula to success as this father-son duo continues to find amazing results and have all the fun while doing it! Quinn Borchard joins us again to talk about what being the father and coach of a top Little Mo player is like and how things have changed as his son, James, continues to grow and improve in terms of equipment, opportunities and more. We hear all about their trip to Croatia, what's on tap for the year to come and how his little brother, Beau, is finding his own path. If you have a junior player in your life, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Listen in as we talk about: Navigating new experiences as a player & kid Tournament stories on & off court! Travel experiences, etc. in Croatia! Singles & dubs But also how he is still "just a kid" Gear changes! Watch James Borchard at the Smirkva Bowl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ND61yciiG2k Learn more: https://www.smrikve.com/smrikva-bowl/ If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

There have been SO many new products in the tennis world for 2023! And we have playtested a bunch of them! In this episode, we talk through several of the "big" racquet and shoe launches and let you know what we thought beyond the playtest! From the Babolat Rafa Origin Pure Aero to all the white Tecnifibre frames and the new Nike Vapors (Pro 2 and 11)! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Just in time for the heat of the summer, we are having an open discussion around the importance of hydration during tennis training and competing! Jess Cerra, VP Product and Community Development at Salt Stick AND pro cyclist & Danielle Lao, aka the little giant, D.lao, pro player, 2 time All American at USC and an all around stellar athlete are sitting down to talk all about the ins and outs of hydrating for tennis, training and to ensure peak performance as any level athlete! We talk about: - Who is SaltStick? Who started it and why? - Salt Stick partners and pro athletes - Cycling to cross train - What does your on court and off court training look like - Personal struggles of hydration - Salt Stick products explained - What items are best suited for league players or people who play tennis and still might be playing a lot but aren’t training like elite athletes - How will Salt stick help me as an athlete? If I’m not working out, can I take/use saltstick? - Sports drinks vs. salt stick products - What is Dysautonomia - Electrolyte supplementation - Sodium vs. salt - Why do we sweat? and why do some people sweat more than others – how does humidity effect this? - What do we sweat? - Any way you can change your sweat amount or type? - Debunk some hydration myths! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

The SHIFT Racquets are almost here (launching July 14th to be exact!)! Wilson has developed their newest family of tennis racquets with extensive feedback from top coaches and elite players from around the world, including some of you! In this episode, Michael Schaeffer, the Global Product Director for Racquet Sports at WILSON joins us to talk about the process of creating a new franchise of racquets! In this episode we cover: - How Wilson began working on the prototypes and how long it has taken to go from initial concepts to full production as well as their GLOBAL playtest (think: SHIFT origin story) - What sets Shift apart from other racquets & what is the most significant technology - Where the SHIFT racquets fit in the Wilson lineup and who these racquets are for - How important player feedback was in the development - Best string set up for SHIFT - Success stories from concept to creation - What do they feel like?! A Blade? or an Ultra?! or a Clash?! - and more! 0:00:01 intro, Michael Schaeffer, Global Product Director at WILSON Racquet Sports 0:01:00 Clash and lessons learned to create Shift 0:01:28 SHIFT concept to creation & where it fits in the Wilson Lineup 0:02:20 Wilson playtesting 0:03:47 feedback from playtesting and the next steps 0:08:00 making the prototype play even better 0:09:29 Innovation at Wilson & bending technologies 0:10:05 changing the way racquets bend! flexible & stable = vertical bending 0:12:16 definition of VERTICAL BENDING 0:14:05 Question, "Wilson says how plush and soft these racquets are but the spec says the racquet's stiffness rating is high -- EXPLAIN!" 0:16:10 explain the feel of what SHIFT is like in your hands 0:18:50 Shift 99 Pro 0:21:14 "Are we going to see this technology in more Wilson racquets?" & Wilson family segments 0:22:46 Pros testing the Shift racquets and who the pro influence (and yes, I meant Madison Brengle, not Lauren!) 0:25:10 Prototype vs. Final cosmetic & consumer feedback 0:28:30 WHEN WILL GROMMETS BE AVAILABLE?!?!? 0:29:10 What is the best string set up for the SHIFT racquets?! 0:31:10 What players are you targeting for the Shift racquets? Who should be using Shift?! 0:33:00 Michelle's playtest feedback 0:34:15 How the prototype changed due to feedback and what the racquet now offers 0:35:00 "Will more versions of the SHIFT racquets come out in 2023?" 0:37:10 Any fun stories to share from the journey of SHIFT?! & how many prototypes were there?! 0:41:20 "blind" playtesting 0:43:30 Why you should try SHIFT no matter what :) Thank you for listening! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!

Grass season is here! Troy and Michelle discuss trending ATP & WTA Tour topics in this episode. And they also go over gear swaps being made by some of the pros mid-season and gush some more over Roger Federer with a petition to bring him back! Plus, some BOLD Wimbledon picks. We also cover in this episode... - make tennis easier to watch on TV! - Pro players losing their luggage when traveling to tournaments - Bublik from Yonex to Tecnifibre - Tiafoe and Fritz in the TOP 10 (yass American Tennis!) - Iga still in Asics Gel Resolutions; future of ON tennis - Nike Vapor 9 stock - Grigor Dimitrov in Lacoste - Rybakina in YONEX - Andy Murray winning challengers - Kei Nishikori comeback - Wimbledon fashion rule change - and more! If you have any further questions or want to continue the conversation?! Email us at podcast@tennis-warehouse.com Shop with us for all your TENNIS needs all over the WORLD: 🇺🇸 Tennis Warehouse -- http://www.tenniswarehouse.com 🇪🇺 TW Europe -- http://tenniswarehouse-europe.com 🇦🇺 Tennis Only AUS -- http://tennisonly.com.au Happy Hitting!