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TENNIS.com Podcast
by TENNIS.com Podcast/Tennis Channel Podcast Network
Kamau Murray is an established tennis coach and community leader who takes you inside the game you love. Tune in each week to hear Kamau interview prolific guests and players, and discuss what really goes on behind the scenes of the tennis tour.
Episodes
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Dallas Open Tournament Director Peter Lebedevs on the Game-Changing ATP 500 Coming To Texas in 2025
Dallas Open Tournament Director Peter Lebedevs joins the podcast to discuss the big news that his event is upgrading to a 500 level competition in 2025. Lebedevs discusses the planning that goes into such a great event, and how partnering with the NFL's Dallas Cowboys has helped elevate the...
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Executive Director of The Bush Tennis Center Tim Stallard Talks Bringing The Pros The Texas
Tim Stallard, executive director of The Bush Tennis Center in Midland, Texas, joins the show for a conversation about how he developed a passion for the game and and for helping others over several decades of work. Stallard explains how he was drawn to tennis at a young age, got into coaching…
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Roger Smith's Journey From The Bahamas to Pro Tennis: Beating the World #1 and Teaching The Next Generations
Former player and current coach Roger Smith joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about his journey from the Bahamas to living his dream on the pro tour. Smith details how he emerged from his small island with a tennis dream and explains how his college experience at Ohio State...
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Frank Giampaolo On The Mental Side of Tennis and Achieving Peak Performance
Best selling author and award winning coach Frank Giampaolo returns to the podcast to discuss how athletes can master their emotions to achieve peak performance. Giampaolo breaks down the various roadblocks tennis players face, and how he and others are working hard to overcome these challenges…
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Eric Diaz's Journey From the University of Georgia to Coaching Rising American Alex Michelsen
This week's guest on the Tennis.com Podcast is Eric Diaz, former Georgia Bulldogs player and current coach of rising American Alex Michelsen. Diaz discusses the lessons he learned from his father, legendary college coach Manny Diaz, and how he applies those teachings in his own career. He also...
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Raising Alycia: Michael Parks On Life As a Tennis Dad, And Giving His Daughter Every Chance To Succeed
Kamau Murray chats with Michael Parks, father of rising American star Alycia Parks, about his family's journey in pro tennis. Parks details the unconventional way his daughter discovered the game, the challenges & adversity they've experienced, and the powerful influence & advice that helped his...
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Dissecting Djokovic’s Reign, Coco’s Title & the 2023 US Open With Craig O’Shannessy
Tennis analytical guru Craig O’Shannessy returns to the podcast to recap all the action from the 2023 US Open, which saw Novak Djokovic & Coco Gauff claim the trophies. O’Shannessy explains how Novak Djokovic was able to conquer the challenges and pressures in yet another title run, and why...
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Craig O'Shannessy on Alcaraz Vs. Djokovic And The Lead Up to the US Open
Tennis coach and analytical strategist Craig O'Shannessy joins the podcast to discuss the budding rivalry between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. O'Shannessy dives into what makes each player special, and how likely a trilogy match will be at the US Open. And the creator of "Brain Game Tennis"...
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Re-Release: Vasek Pospisil on Tour Life, The Need for a Player's Union, & Working His Way Back To Form
Listen to one of the most popular episodes from our archives, as Canadian veteran Vasek Pospisil explains how he's continued to make a living in the competitive tennis world, and why he still has a lot left in the tank. In a conversation from last year, Pospisil also dives into topics such as the...
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Bradley Klahn is Staying In The Fight and Loving Every Second of It
Former NCAA national champion veteran tour player Bradley Klahn joins the show to discuss the genesis of his love-affair with tennis, and why he's still committed to finishing his career on his own terms. Klahn explains how tennis was one of the last sports he picked up, and why Stanford was his...
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Reigning NCAA Singles Champ Ethan Quinn and Your Favorite Tennis YouTuber Illya Marchenko
This week's podcast features two players are different trajectories in pursuit of the same tennis goals. Kamau Murray sits down with Ethan Quinn, the winner of the NCAA men's singles title this past year as he begins his pro career. Quinn explains how he fell in love with the game, the decision…
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Ernesto Escobedo's Renewed Passion, & Andrew Fenty's Rookie Year - Live From the XS Tennis Center
Kamau Murray is on-site from his own club, as the XS Tennis Center is hosting a men's tournament as part of the Oracle Challenger Series. Ernesto Escobedo sits down for a chat about finding a renewed love of tennis, his decision to represent Mexico, and why there's no secret other than hard work…
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Journalist Peter Bodo Previews the 2023 Wimbledon Championships
Journalist Peter Bodo joins Kamau Murray to preview the 2023 Wimbledon Championships, with a look at whether Novak Djokovic can add another title to his collection at the All England Club. Bodo examines which male players can stand in Djokovic's way, whether Frances Tiafoe is legit contender to…
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Austin Krajicek on Winning Roland Garros and What It Takes To Be #1
American Austin Krajicek joins the podcast to discuss the biggest triumph of his career, winning this year's Roland Garros men's doubles title with Ivan Dodig. Krajicek explains how he transitioned from college to the pros, why he decided to put all of his energy into doubles, and how he…
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Georgia Men's Tennis Coach Manny Diaz on Creating Culture, Developing Pros, & Growing The Sport
Georgia men's tennis head coach Manny Diaz joins Kamau Murray for an insightful chat about his tenure with the Bulldogs, and how he built a successful culture in over three decades with the program. Diaz recalls his experiences coaching John Isner & other standouts, details what a day in the life...
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Jimmy Arias on His Buffalo Origins, Pro Stories, & Some Thoughts on 2023 Roland Garros
Former top 5 singles player and current Tennis Channel broadcaster Jimmy Arias joins the podcast to discuss how he emerged from Buffalo to become of the best tennis players in the world. Arias discusses his origin story, how he met & started working with Nick Bollettieri, and shares some of his...
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Coach Rob Steckley on Finding His Calling, Guiding Lucie Safarova & Denis Shapovalov, and Pushing The Right Buttons
Kamau Murray chats with Canadian coach Rob Steckley about his path to big-time coaching, and how he made the successful transition from playing to developing others. Steckley discusses his time working with French Open finalist Lucie Safarova & top 10 ATP player Denis Shapovalov, and how he...
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UCLA Women's Coach Stella Sampras On Building a Winning Program & Developing A Competitive Culture
Stella Sampras joins the show to discuss her groundbreaking tenure as UCLA's women's tennis coach, where she just recently notched her 500th victory at the helm. Sampras goes in depth about her coaching style, how she fosters a competitive environment that puts the team first, and how she strives...
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Coco Vandeweghe On Still Competing and Going Against The Grain
This week's guest is Coco Vandeweghe, one of the most consistent American players of her generation & someone who has a different approach than a lot of her peers. Vandeweghe explains why she's not big acting friendly during the heat of competition, and why her accomplished sporting family pushed...
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Luke Jensen's Stories of Roland Garros, World Team Tennis, & Having Fun in the Game
Luke Jensen joins the Kamau Murray to reminisce about some of the most memorable moments & highlights of his life in tennis. Jensen details how the sport united his family in the Midwest, why he prioritized doubles, and that thrilling Roland Garros title with his brother Murphy. Jensen & Murray...
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Five-Time NCAA National Champion Coach Peter Smith On His Life In The Game
Kamau Murray is joined by Peter Smith, a legend in the game of college tennis, and somebody that continues to dedicate his life to teaching the sport. Smith discusses his time leading program's at the NCAA level, which started at Long Beach State, as the youngest coach in history. His path led…
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Miami Open Analysis & Clay Court Contenders With Craig O'Shannessy
Tennis analyst & coach Craig O'Shannessy returns to break down the 2023 Miami Open, and offer up his take on the event's most exciting matches & interesting outcomes. The Director of Brain Game Tennis discusses the epic match between Jannik Sinner & Carlos Alcaraz, how each young player has...
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Craig O'Shannessy on the Triumph of Carlos Alcaraz at Indian Wells, & A Preview of The Miami Open
Craig O'Shannessy, Australian tennis coach & director of "Brain Game Tennis" joins Kamau Murray to recap the 2023 Indian Wells tournament. The guys recap how Carlos Alcaraz played dazzling and cerebral tennis to win the title, Daniil Medvedev's struggles in the final, and which other players…
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Brian Teacher: From Australian Open Glory to Changing The Game with the Full Court Tennis App
Kamau Murray is joined by Brian Teacher, the 1980 Australian Open men's singles champion who's new passion is changing how the game is coached and taught with technology. Teacher explains how it all came together to win a grand slam trophy, and what it was like competing against Jimmy Connors…
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Award Winning Coach & Critically Acclaimed Author Frank Giampaolo On Maximizing Tennis Potential
Kamau Murray chats with award-winning coach & renowned author Frank Giampaolo in a wide-ranging conversation about maximizing tennis potential. Giampaolo explains how parents & coaches can develop players that enjoy the game & find success, while becoming problem solvers in their own regard. A...
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Katrina Adams: From Chicago to USTA CEO Trailblazer
Former USTA President & CEO Katrina Adams joins the show for a thoughtful chat about the sport of tennis, growth, & how it can open doors to a better & more fulfilled life. Adams explains how she was drawn to tennis as a kid in Chicago, & how she ended up staying local for college at…
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USTA General Manager of Player Development Martin Blackman On Guiding The Current Wave of American Stars
This week's guest on the Tennis.com Podcast is Martin Blackman, who currently serves as the General Manager of Player Development with the USTA & has had an huge role in shaping the current wave of American tennis stars making an impact on the world stage. Blackman goes in depth about his...
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Stan Smith: From Tennis Champion to Sneaker Icon
Kamau Murray is joined by the legend Stan Smith on this week's podcast. Smith explains how he rose to prominence in the tennis world, rising up the junior, collegiate, & professional ranks to become a champion at every level. The Hall of Famer shares stories of playing with and against tennis...
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South Carolina Men's Tennis Coach Josh Goffi; From Student to Teacher in the Game
South Carolina men's tennis coach Josh Goffi joins Kamau Murray for a wide-ranging interview on what it's like to shape the game & lives of young men in the world of tennis. The son of a world renowned teacher himself, Goffi explains what his childhood was like, having known John McEnroe as a...
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Boris Kodjoe: From the Tennis Courts to Hollywood
Kamau Murray is joined by the best tennis player in Hollywood, actor & producer Boris Kodjoe. A former tennis prodigy, Kodjoe recalls how he discovered the game growing up in Germany, and how he credits the sport for providing him his life as a TV star in the United States. The "Station 19" TV…
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Two-Time Australian Open Champ Johan Kriek on Growing Tennis Around The Globe
Two-time Australian Open champion Johan Kriek joins the show to explain how he made it top of the game, and why elite tennis players can come from anywhere in the world. Kriek discusses what it was like growing up in South Africa, what it will take to grow the game in his homeland & other parts…
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Yannick Yoshizawa: From WTA Tour Supervisor to the V.P. of Sense Arena For Tennis
This week's guest is former WTA Tour Supervisor Yannick Yoshizawa, who discusses his tennis roots & how he's on the forefront for the technology that is changing the sport as we know it. Yoshizawa explains how the sport took him from Brazil to the University of South Florida, and what propelled…
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Casey Curtis on Developing Milos Raonic, Canadian Tennis, & High Performance Coaching
This week's episode features renowned tennis coach Casey Curtis, the man that developed the game & lethal serve of Canadian major finalist Milos Raonic. Curtis explains how his parternship with Raonic came to be, how they perfected one of the best serves in tennis history, & why they elected to...
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Paul Annacone: Coaching Past & Future Greats, Growing The Game, & The Importance of Proper Player Development
This week's guest is one of the most accomplished coaches in tennis history, current Tennis Channel Commentator Paul Annacone. Having worked with legends such as Pete Sampras & Roger Federer, Annacone discusses how he transitioned from a solid pro career into the upper echelon of coaches, and why...
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The Life of a Super Agent with Marijn Bal, Vice President of IMG Tennis
This week's show features Marijn Bal, Vice President of IMG Tennis and one of the most respected agents in the world of tennis. Bal discusses what really goes on behind the scenes, and how he worked tirelessly to pursue a career in tennis that he dreamed of as a boy from The Netherlands. Listen…
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Craig O'Shannessy Live From The ATP Finals in Turin
Craig O'Shannessy, one of the leaders in analyzing tennis strategy & teaching the game, joins Kamau Murray for some instant reactions from the site of the ATP Finals in Turin, Italy. O'Shannessy recaps Rafael Nadal's struggles in his first two matches, explains why Taylor Fritz & Felix...
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USA Olympic Head Coach David Nainkin on Developing America's Next Generation
2020 USA Olympic Tennis Coach David Nainkin joins Kamau Murray for an all-encompassing chat about the state of American tennis, & how he has worked to develop the next generation of successful players. Nainkin works for the USTA and details his time with players such as Mardy Fish, Sloane…
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Journalist Simon Cambers Discusses His Book, "The Roger Federer Effect"
Renowned journalist Simon Cambers joins the podcast to discuss the release of his new book, "The Roger Federer Effect." Cambers has 20 years of experience covering tennis, and he discusses the idea to profile the Swiss Maestro and the lasting impact Federer has made on the game & future…
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Coco Gauff On Her Rise to the Top 5, & Danielle Collins Talks Competitiveness & Off-Court Passions
The biggest rising superstar in tennis joins the show, as Coco Gauff chats with Kamau Murray about her path from up-and-coming teen sensation to a top five tennis player in the world. Gauff explains where her drive comes from, how she broke through at this year's French Open, and what it was like...
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Donna Vekic Returns During Her Run to the San Diego Open Finals, & Doubles Mainstay Alexa Guarachi
From the grounds of the inaugural WTA San Diego Open, Kamau Murray chats in-person with a pair of accomplished players. Donna Vekic returns to the show to discuss how she's found her rhythm again on court, and what it was like to finally beat her on-court nemesis Karolina Pliskova en route to an...
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Tennis.com Podcast 10/4/22: Ons Jabeur Mega-Episode
Listen to Kamau Murray's two interviews with Tunisian legend Ons Jabeur, who rose up the ranks in the last two years to reach a pair of major finals and the number two ranking in the WTA. Jabeur sat down with Murray in Chicago last fall to discuss how her game was coming together, her upbringing…
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Noah Rubin Talks His Career, The Different Paths to the Pro Game, & Creating a Media Platform
Noah Rubin joins Kamau Murray for a chat about the ups and downs of his tennis career, and why there isn't just one path a life in the pro game. Rubin explains why he's stayed loyal to his home of New York, and what it was like for him & his father to claim the Wimbledon Boys Junior Title in…
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San Diego Open Tournament Director Ryan Redondo Talks Growing the Game & Bringing Pro Tennis to SoCal
Kamau Murray is joined by San Diego ATP & WTA Tournament Director Ryan Redondo on this week's show, with pro tennis returning to southern California this month. Redondo explains how he got involved in the game as a player, and why he decided to make the transition into coaching, culminating in...
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Alize Lim on Hosting "Academy Life," The End of Her Playing Career, & Working With Legends
Alize Lim joins the podcast to chat about her latest endeavor, hosting "Academy Life" on Tennis Channel International, Lim, who turned pro in 2007, explains what she witnesses & learns as she travels to some of the best tennis breeding grounds in the world, and highlights her experiences with...
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Chanda Rubin On Serena's Legendary Career, Her Legacy, & What to Expect From The G.O.A.T. In Her Final US Open
Chanda Rubin & Kamau Murray discuss the legendary career of 23-time major champion Serena Williams on this episode, as she prepares to play her final tournament at the US Open. Rubin explains what it was like to compete against Williams, the special qualities that led to her iconic career, & the...
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Vasek Pospisil on Tour Life, The Need for a Player's Union, & Working His Way Back To Form
Vasek Pospisil is the guest on this week's show, and he has a lot to say about his fifteen year pro career. The Canadian explains his roots in his homeland, & how he worked his way up the tennis circuit. He also explains why fighting for a player's union is so important to him, and how it could...
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Mark Knowles on Being #1 in the World in Doubles, Coaching, & Always Repping The Bahamas
Mark Knowles joins Kamau Murray on this episode for a lengthy chat about his tennis beginnings in The Bahamas, & how he found his footing in the Bollettieri Tennis Academy en route to the pro tour. Knowles discusses what kept him from achieving more as a singles player, while also diving into why...
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Craig Boynton on Developing a Generation of Americans on the ATP, & Coaching Hubie Hurkacz During His Breakout
Craig Boynton joins Kamau Murray to discuss his coaching experiences on the ATP, which included working with several of the top American men of the 21st century. Boynton explains his different methods & relationships with John Isner, Stevie Johnson, & Sam Querrey, & how he adjusted his style to...
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Michael Joyce on Guiding Sharapova, Azarenka, & His Path to Big-Time Coaching
Michael Joyce was a Junior Wimbledon finalist who reached a career high of #64 in the rankings during his 12 year pro career. But he became well known & highly regarded as coach on the WTA, working with Maria Sharapova during three of her grand slam titles, and guiding other players such as...
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Leif Shiras On An Unconventional Wimbledon, Djokovic's Long Game, & A Look Ahead to NYC
This week's guest on the Tennis.com Podcast with Kamau Murray is none other than Leif Shiras, former pro and current "Swiss Army Knife" at Tennis Channel. Shiras discusses his work as both a play-by-play man & color commentator, and takes a look back the 2022 Wimbledon Championships that saw…
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Kamau Murray is an established tennis coach and community leader who takes you inside the game you love. Tune in each week to hear Kamau interview prolific guests and players, and discuss what really goes on behind the scenes of the tennis tour.
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