Baseline Intelligence with Jonathan Stokke

Do you want to work with me one on one to improve your tennis game? Click here to check out the free trial for my online academy: https://www.skool.com/stokke-doubles-academy/aboutWant to check out everything ADV has to offer? https://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538

Want to work with me FREE for 7 days? Click here to check out my tennis clubhttps://www.skool.com/stokke-doubles-academy/aboutCheck out what ADV has to offerhttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538Find more about Pancho at www.panchocampo.comWe talk:2:15 What he feared5:47 Peaking your energy level9:20 Managing energy throughout a match13:00 Motivation17:02 A big lie coaches tell21:54 Embracing fear31:11 Adrenaline to dopamine

If you want to work with me one on one, visit my online academy here:https://www.skool.com/stokke-doubles-academy/aboutFor 10% off your next ADV purchase, click here:https://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538We talk:1:12 Red clay vs green clay2:34 Keeping your balance on clay4:27 What makes the clay at Roland Garros special5:53 The heat in Paris8:05 Racket tension12:04 Tactics in the heat13:40 Covering the slice lob18:22 Return variety19:50 Playing in the big moments

For more information about my NYC Doubles Camp, click here:www.stokketenniscoaching.comFor all the great ADV gear, click here:https://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538We talk:1:32 Player Identity6:39 When Players Are Confused With Their Identity19:08 Using Video21:55 Confidence Through Winning33:18 Pecking Order

Want to check out my online academy? Click the link belowhttps://www.skool.com/stokke-doubles-academy/aboutWant to attend a future doubles camp?https://stokketenniscoaching.comClick here for 10% off your next ADV baghttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538We talk:1:21 Acute vs. chronic injuries4:15 Being consistent with your routines7:12 Lower cross syndrome11:40 Structural problems vs. functional problems13:23 Improving how you sit15:05 Hydration19:27 Best food during a match22:05 3 action steps you can take

Want to work with me and your team on your doubles game? Join my online tennis academyhttps://www.skool.com/stokke-doubles-academy/aboutFor 10% off your next ADV item, click herehttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538We talk:2:30 Separating singles from doubles players5:10 The importance of energy7:09 What makes a great team9:53 What a practice looks like13:44 Analytics17:11 How he anticipates24:00 Big points and small spots27:05 What he's learned over the last year29:10 Volley tips

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To check out great deals and the new court towel from ADV, click the link belowhttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538We talk:1:05 Taking away time from your opponents3:03 Recognizing short balls earlier4:30 Creating time without giving up court position9:22 Keeping your level steady over a few months11:50 Keeping players confident during a losing streak15:31 Difference between pro and college athletes19:30 Collegiate tennis pet peeves23:39 Players looking to you for answers29:37 Best advice for the 4.0 player

For 10% off your next ADV purchase and to learn more about their new court towel, click here:https://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538Click here to watch Quinn's volley videohttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DT5YQYuEXSU/?igsh=MWsxdDNxbzZieHpmZw==We talk:1:00 Her 2 hand forehand volley2:40 How she calls play on her serves7:37 What she thinks about when she's at the net13:20 Her return strategy in a match15:26 Most difficult thing about new partners20:54 Getting into big events with ranking23:11 What she's learned in the past year26:34 Playing tiebreakers

If you want to check out ADV's new sock, their beautiful bags, or their new organic court towel, click here for 10% offhttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN705381:02 How he starts with a new player6:39 Playing well for 7 consecutive matches10:28 A high floor vs a high ceiling20:12 Balancing improvement vs. outcome27:23 Describing a "winner"31:44 Best advice for ALL levels

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring the podcast, and click here for 10% off your next purchasehttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538We talk::20 Balancing improvement vs. outcome2:07 How do you improve for a match tactically?5:22 How do you stay focuses to start the 2nd set?7:23 I lose confidence when I miss serves9:52 Managing expectations11:23 The server's job on a poach12:41 Improving your reaction time on a poach14:28 How to deal with an aggressive net player?16:19 My partner gets attacked at the net17:22 Australian formation

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring the podcast, and if you'd like 10% off your next ADV item, click here:https://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN705381:24 The Alcaraz serve change8:42 Court speed strategies12:53 Spizziri/Sinner situation19:11 Movement of the best players

For 10% off your ADV Backpack, click here:https://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538To buy a copy of Jack's new book, click here:https://www.amazon.com/Mountains-Within-Achievement-Mountain-Everything/dp/B0G4G8YG58We talk::51 What is "high performance"?4:50 Laws, principles and preferences11:33 Making sure you're getting SOLID information15:18 Listening as an online tennis coach18:25 The most important part of tennis26:40 Mountains Within31:18 What he's working on with his 3.5 ladies

Help Sem win Amsertadam Athlete Of The Year!https://topsport.amsterdam/sportgala-van-amsterdam/How to votehttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DSVBCp7Dptw/?igsh=ZG9kOHRtdGIzaHY=Link for 10% off your beautiful ADV backpackhttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538We talk::54 How he attacks an offseason3:40 Brain based training7:30 What he works on in the offseason9:42 How he sets goals for 202611:47 How luck factors into the year16:05 How he handles nerves23:12 What impressed him about Siniakova25:15 Volley technique thoughts

For 10% off your new ADV backpack, click the link belowhttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538On today's episode we talk:1:13 How Rajeev chooses serve formations8:05 How Rajeev chooses his serve targets14:13 When he changes strategy in a match16:33 Improving your situational awareness18:35 How he calls poaches21:25 Where he starts in regular formation25:30 What he looks for in a partner30:22 How bossy was I as a doubles partner?

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To learn more about my doubles camps, visit my website here:https://stokketenniscoaching.com/To get 10% off your ADV backpack, click here:https://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538On today's episode we learn strength and conditioning tips from Dom King, an accredited strength and conditioning coach with the UK Strength and Conditioning Association. He's an ITPA Master Tennis Performance Specialist, Racquetfit certified, and an NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist.

For more information about my doubles camps, click herehttps://stokketenniscoaching.com/To join my newsletter for monthly tips and a chance at a new ADV backpack, click herehttps://baselineintelligence.substack.com/For 10% off your ADV backpack, click herehttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538On today's episode, we talk:1:42 The unique challenges of tennis10:55 Accurately identifying "what is"13:13 Emphasis on outcome23:40 Staying in the present on the court33:26 How "off court" affects "on court"37:35 Building resiliency

For 10% off your next ADV backpack, click herehttps://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538For more information on the ADV Flex Backpack, click herehttps://advpro.short.gy/baseline-flex On Today's Episode We talk:1:00 Understand where you're at before you start an improvement plan3:07 Why players overcomplicate things6:15 Simple fundamentals every player can use11:30 Where she ranks technique in a player's game14:30 Difference between European and American teaching22:27 Easier to do something, or not do something28:50 Consistency on the pro tour

If you want more information on my Indian Wells Doubles Camps, click herehttps://stokketenniscoaching.com/For more information on the new flex backpack from ADV, click herehttps://www.advtennis.pro/products/flex-backpack?variant=50663601799485&utm_source=baselineintelligence&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=flex_launch&utm_content=jonathan_stokkeWe talk:3:00 Stacking pressure on your opponents5:03 Opening the match10:35 Sensing nerves across the net12:06 The 2nd phase of a match18:12 Novak in a breaker21:50 Phases 3 of a match27:17 Protector vs gunslinger31:40 Closing the first set36:36 Starting the second set43:53 The "poor me" opponent45:47 Closing out the match47:57 10 point tiebreakers

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring the podcast. If you want the best tennis backpack/racket bag on the market, click here for 10% off.https://www.advtennis.pro/JONATHAN70538On today's episode we're joined by Karue Sell. He was a standout player at UCLA, cracked the top 300 in the world on the ATP Tour, and then became a coach and a YouTube sensation (170K subscribers). After several years away from the tour, he's "turned pro at 30" and is on the cusp of making the grand slams in his return.On today's episode we discuss what he learned from stepping away from the game, how he works on the first 4 shots, his baseline principles, and why he thinks clarity is the most important part of his game.

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To register for my newsletter and a chance at the FREE ADV Backpack, sign up herehttps://baselineintelligence.substack.com/For 10% off ADV Racket Bags, click herehttps://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennisJeff Greenwald, MFT, is a licensed psychotherapist, best-selling author, and a leading expert in sports psychology, renowned for his book The Best Tennis of Your Life. A former number one world ranked player on the ITF Masters Tour and professional tennis player, Jeff brings unparalleled experience both as a competitor and elite mental coach. For over twenty-seven years, he has empowered thousands of adult and youth athletes worldwide, helping them develop the mental edge and elevate their performance. As the founder of Mental Edge & Fearless Tennis (established in 1997), Jeff continues to shape the next generation of champions while competing globally on the Masters Tour. He was inducted into the Northern California Hall of Fame in 2019. Visit him at mentaledgeforsports.com to learn more about the services he provides for athletes, parents, coaches, and corporate executives around the world. Buy Jeff's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Edge-Young-Athletes-Champions/dp/B0FJPTWXXR/ref=zg_bsnr_g_11370_d_sccl_7/000-0000000-0000000?psc=1Audio Book: https://transactions.sendowl.com/orders/163188170/f13b225fa2f820281ab3e35dd7f0f95d/1We Talk:1:22 The trap of expectations9:32 Worrying about what people think of your game19:17 Character development vs. skill development25:07 How gratitude can help your game29:30 Getting back into the present

For a chance to win an ADV Backpack, sign up for my newsletter belowhttps://baselineintelligence.substack.com/For 10% off all ADV Gear, click on this link below!https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennisTommy Rounds joins the show to talk about how data and analytics cam improve your gameOn Today's Episode We Talk:2:04 Statistical Analysis vs Strategic Analysis9:10 Scouting yourself vs your opponents13:24 Tactical inefficiencies on the WTA Tour21:30 Optimal first serve strategy31:12 The statistic that helps you hold serve36:04 How to improve without statistics

To get MORE free tennis content and a chance to win a free ADV Backpack, click on the link below to sign up for my newsletter:https://baselineintelligence.substack.com/On today’s episode, Joel Myers comes back to discuss critical ideas for your tennis game. We break down the key difference between strategy and tactics—and why knowing the distinction can instantly make you a smarter player. We also dive into how to make your rally ball more effective without swinging harder, and share our favorite tips for getting to the net with more confidence and success. Whether you're a doubles player looking to finish more points or a singles player wanting to apply pressure, this episode will help you play smarter and win more matches. 

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring this podcast, as well as my doubles camps.Click here to check out all of the ADV Gear for 10% offhttps://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennisWe talk::43 defining quality shot selection4:32 doing something once vs. ten times9:00 the best volley you'll ever hit11:40 baseline rally fundamentals 15:50 why do players disrespect height on a rally ball22:39 how pressure affects shot selection

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To watch today's episode on YouTube, click herehttps://www.youtube.com/@StokkeTennisAnd to get 10% off your ADV backpack, click here!https://www.advtennis.pro/pages/adv-bagsWe talk:1:44 What is brain-based training?6:47 His essential vision drills11:26 Benefits of vision training15:48 Eye dominance myth24:35 Improving reaction time27:42 Proper spacing on groundstrokes31:40 Pattern recognition34:48 Learning how to play with non-dominant hand44:07 Best coaching advice you've ever receivedTo see more of Richard's content, visit his YouTube page and his website below...https://www.youtube.com/@TennisHackerhttps://www.tennishacker.net/

To learn more about my doubles camps or to work with me remotely, visit https://stokketenniscoaching.com/And to get 10% off your ADV racket bag or backpack, click here:https://advpro.short.gy/stokketennisWe talk:3:01 What it feels like winning NCAAs6:40 How they got players to relax in the finals10:34 Training at Wake Forest15:48 Doubles principles19:58 Understanding the space on the doubles court28:28 Building self-belief30:52 Best coaching advice he's ever received 33:36 Best advice for the 4.0 player

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring the podcast and my adult doubles camps. Click here to look at their fantastic bags at a 10% discount...https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennisOn today's episode Lauren Davis, former WTA #26, joins the podcast to discuss her 15 year pro career.We talk:1:01 How she developed her footwork3:43 Where she stands behind the baseline7:34 Backhand tips10:51 Staying with her coach for 7 years16:02 Her keys for serving as a shorter player17:49 Her 2nd serve return strategy20:00 Her pre-match routine21:53 How she views the warmup25:20 Best advice for the 4.0 player

If you're interested in attending my NYC Doubles Camp August 23rd and 24th, visit my website www.stokketenniscoaching.com for more information and to reserve your spot.On today's episode with Conor Casey, we talk:4:14 Tennis culture and etiquette10:24 How he starts with a new player12:30 Best advice on the backhand slice15:27 Big swings to big targets21:45 Attack attack attack24:30 The deconstruction of the game31:56 Most common mistakes at his club33:36 What he laughs at on the court36:17 How to find the right coach for you39:00 What do we disagree on?You can find Conor at...IG: https://www.instagram.com/tenniscoachconorcasey/?hl=enSubstack: https://tenniscoachconorcasey.substack.com/

In this week's episode I share my backstory with Jessica Pegula, and 4 lessons I learned from watching her win the WTA Charleston 500 event. Click here to subscribe to my newsletterhttps://baselineintelligence.substack.com/

Jeff Greenwald comes back on the podcast to discuss how you can mange your energy state to win more tennis matches.We talk:1:02 What is state management?6:35 Mid-level arousal12:37 Do people need to calm down or get more amped up?18:07 Breathing in competition26:30 Feeling comfortable competing33:12 Internal awareness Find Jeff at www.fearlesstennis.com

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Michael Kosta joins us for the 83rd episode of Baseline Intelligence. Michael is currently one of the hosts of The Daily Show and in today's episode we discuss his collegiate tennis career, how he got into comedy, and his best advice for the 4.0 player.Click here to order Lucky Loserhttps://www.harpercollins.com/products/lucky-loser-michael-kosta?variant=43245775061026We talk:2:32 Playing for Craig Tiley6:05 Handling losing on the pro tour14:03 What makes a great comedian15:45 Funny stories from college coaching20:55 What separates guys who make it on the tour vs. guys who don't22:10 Climbing futures ladder vs. climbing the comedy ladder 25:30 What he's ranked in comedy26:45 Best advice for the 4.0 player

On today's episode we have Swupnil Sahai, the CEO of SwingVision. I've been using the app for years, and if you'd like to get a free swing stick with your free trial subscription, click herehttps://swing.vision/r/jonstokke-appleWe talk:1:06 How SwingVision works5:03 Reducing friction in setting up SwingVision6:53 What features he enjoys the most13:18 AI coach17:00 Line calling

Ian Westerman from Essential Tennis joins the podcast. Ian's YouTube channel has over 300,000 subscribers, he has one of the top tennis podcasts, and has helped millions of players with his online content. Click here to watch the video on YouTube:We talk:1:00 Why players go see Ian2:30 Why players get stuck at the same level11:49 Deeply ingrained habits16:15 Working towards actual improvement24:38 Ian's tennis passion32:15 Best advice for the 4.0 player

3-time US Open Champion, 2-time Olympic Silver Medalist and former ATP World #1 Rajeev Ram joins the podcast. Click here to watch on YouTube...https://youtu.be/x9jIYxuPE6Y?si=_M98dgOW9d5dVkCeWe talk:1:07 Offseason growth4:53 Making practices more competitive7:09 Adjusting to a new partner10:07 Handling a lefty serve15:59 One-handed return of serve21:54 First volley footwork27:32 Losing the right way31:21 Getting your body ready for competition35:49 Best advice for the 4.0 player

Jessica Pegula joins us for the 79th episode of Baseline Intelligence. If you want to watch her interview on YouTube, click the link below...https://youtu.be/AxrDZnaVuXY?si=vixdalQ9_P9jHR7eWe talk:1:10 Her current health situation3:11 Load management5:59 Her mindset entering a tiebreaker11:38 Playing mental games to feel better about the current situation15:34 Risk vs. reward17:45 What she's learned from Mark Merklein21:30 What she's learned from Mark Knowles24:28 What she learned from the US Open26:23 What she does when her serve goes off in a match31:30 Tinkering with her equipment

Ashley Neaves, aka The Tennis Mentor, joins the podcast to discusses five things you can do to improve your groundstrokes. Want to watch on YouTube? Click the link below...https://youtu.be/vHLfCZTgee0?si=oK4sG4qZE25q-OJqWe talk:2:12 What skills should you start learning first?6:33 Anticipation vs. footwork9:35 Obsessing over technique11:13 The "Five R's"12:42 Ready16:50 Read22:03 React25:30 Respond30:11 Recovery 34:23 Basic singles tips38:20 Best advice for the 4.0 player

Eddie Elliott joins us for the 77th episode of Baseline Intelligence. Eddie has worked with top WTA pro Lauren Davis for the past 6 seasons. :50 What wins on the pro tour2:07 High percentage tennis5:32 What loses on the WTA tour9:12 Fixing strokes before a tournament15:58 Staying with a player for 6 seasons20:15 Baseline success on the pro tour23:25 What he looks for in a player27:02 Best coaching advice he's ever received

Charleston Doubles Camp DetailsDates: March 30th - April 1st (sold out) April 2nd - April 4th (spots still available)Location: Snee Farm Country Club, Mount Pleasant SCTennis: 8-11 each mornings, 5 coaches for 16 playersPro event: Tickets to the afternoon sessions of the WTA 500 event and a premium gift bagGroup Dinner: Night 2 of the campPrice: $2850 or $2650 if you subscribe to the bonus episodes of the podcastIf you have questions or are interested in reserving your spot in the camp, email me at [email protected]'s guest is Justin Russ. Justin is a strength and conditioning coach who has worked with ATP/WTA players, NCAA national champions, and adult players of all ages and levels. Find more from Justin and his staff at https://www.coachjustinruss.com/We talk:1:49 What should a warmup look like for an amateur adult player?4:05 How does rolling out help your muscles?5:32 Low back pain7:22 Gaining strength in your posterior chain9:03 What is athleticism?10:30 Multisport exposure15:53 Genetic influence on athleticism 17:30 "Sneaky" athleticism20:12 IG fitness coaches25:59 First steps for starting your S&C plan28:55 What he wishes he knew 5 years ago

Steve Smith joins the podcast for the 75th episode of Baseline Intelligence. Steve has worked with players in over 40 states and 30 countries, and has helped 12 players go on to win NCAA National Championships. You can find Steve and all of his content at www.greatbasetennis.com.We talk:1:07 Film your serve7:53 Height of the toss14:11 Being patient when changing a stroke17:45 Second serve drills

Indian Wells Doubles CampDates: March 5th - March 7thLocation: Cathedral Canyon Tennis ClubPerks: Gift bags from Yonex, Vuori, and other sponsors. Two court side seats to the BNP 1000 night sessionsTennis: 9 hours of tennis over 3 days with 5 coaches for 16 playersPrice: $2850 OR $2650 for bonus episode subscribersEmail me at [email protected] for more information or to reserve your spot!Peter Freeman from Crunchtime Coaching joins the podcast.On today's episode we talk:1:40 What's a pusher?3:53 Why do pushers win?7:15 What's a tweener?9:35 How to beat a pusher17:48 Becoming more self aware21:46 Slice disrespect24:15 Can you improve as a pusher?27:12 Best advice he's receive from another coach28:48 Frustration in the improvement process31:29 TennisCon8

Bruce Lipka joins the podcast for this week's bonus episode. Bruce is a 3-time USPTA coach of the year, has worked with over 20 top 100 WTA/ATP pros, and is currently the head coach of the Penn State men's tennis team. We talk:1:05 Teaching technique to support tactics7:26 Finding your optimal tactics17:13 Fighting resistance with players20:49 How you spell "pusher"27:00 How pros eliminate errors

The 20th ranked doubles player on the ATP tour and 2024 US Open semifinalist Nate Lammons joins the podcast.We talk:2:29 Late bloomer5:38 Learning from his college coaches7:31 Staying calm in big situations11:49 Underdog vs. favorite mentality13:33 Returning first serves18:15 Lobbing close net players20:28 Picking return targets22:46 Return grip24:44 Serving fundamentals27:27 Second serve toss29:58 String and racket preferences

David Roditi joins the podcast to discuss winning the 2024 NCAA D1 Championship. Roditi is a 5-time Big 12 coach of the year, has finished in the top 10 of the ITA rankings ten times, has won two ITA National Indoor Championships, and most recently won the 2024 NCAA Championship. We talk:2:14 What it's like to win the NCAA championship5:47 Talking less as a coach6:51 Why this particular team was able to win it all9:04 Preparing for a big match12:15 How his program develops professional players17:40 What separates players mentally20:25 How speed of shot impacts your level25:08 Know what you do well

Rick Macci joins the podcast to preview this year's US Open. Rick is a 7-time USPTA national coach of the year and has coached some of the best players in the history of the game, including the Williams sisters and Andy Roddick.We talk:1:09 What makes Novak so great3:46 How you can handle pressure more efficiently6:20 Alcaraz movement11:28 Fundamentals of the Sinner groundstrokes14:16 Why Iga isn't as dominant on hard courts17:07 What he looks for when he's watching a slam20:45 Billion Dollar Mind23:12 Getting out of negative thinking loopsYou can find more from Rick herehttps://rickmacci.com/

Today's guest is Will Boucek. Will is the host of the Doubles Only Tennis Podcast and recently was part of the team that scouted for Team USA at the Olympics. We talk:1:13 Scouting for Team USA4:42 Do players get surprised by the data6:55 Understanding win percentages10:52 How variables affect scouting14:27 Scouting Carlos Alcaraz16:12 Scouting Nadal18:16 Scouting opponents on-site21:09 Improving your reflex volleysClick here for more great information from Willhttps://www.thetennistribe.com/

On today's episode I share a sneak peak from the bonus doubles mailbag with 2024 NCAA Champion David Roditi. We talk:1:14 Working with Phillip Farmer4:14 Should you respect when someone goes down the line5:26 My All-American story