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The Evolution of Tennis Equipment and How to Choose Your Gear with Premier Racquet Sports | Spin The Racket Ep. 27

In this episode, Corey Matney, owner of Premier Racket Sports, shares insights on tennis equipment, player development, and the future of the sport. Discover expert tips

2026 French Open Recap: New Champions Emerge and What This Means for the Grass Season | Spin The Racket Ep. 26

Join G and Lu as we reflect with Rishi Loungani from Inside Sports Network on the chaos and surprises of the French Open, and get a sneak peek into the upcoming grass sea

Stick 'Em in Cement: Taj Hibbert on Playing D1, Building T3 Tennis, & Dominating in Doubles | Spin The Racket Ep. 25

Spin the Racket welcomes Taj Hibbert — coach, content creator, and the mind behind T3 Tennis — fresh off finishing his Division I career at Tennessee State University. Ta

From USTA Atlanta to INTENNSE: Amy O’Connell on Building Tennis Community | Spin The Racket Ep. 24

In this episode of Spin The Racket, Gerard and Luis are joined by Amy O’Connell, Executive Director of USTA Atlanta—and head coach of Team Outriders in the INTENNSE pro t

Would You Go to the White House? The Georgia Women's Photo, Our Fantasy Squad Picks & RacquetX Recap | Spin The Racket Ep. 23

It's been a busy few weeks for Spin the Racket — and we're just getting started. G and Lu recap their first-ever trip to RacquetX in Fort Lauderdale, from racket sports a

Technique vs. Equipment: The Evolving Role of Equipment in Player Development with Matt Previdi | Spin The Racket Ep. 22

In this episode, G and Lu are joined by Matt Previdi, who discusses the evolving landscape of tennis, emphasizing the importance of community, equipment, and strategy ove

Breaking Stereotypes: Jonathyn Young from XXL Tennis and His Journey to Inspire | Spin The Racket Ep. 21

Join us as G and Lu explore the inspiring journey of Jonathyn Young from XXL Tennis, a content creator and tennis enthusiast who breaks stereotypes and promotes inclusivi

Exploring INTENNSE: A Player's Perspective and A Preview of Season Two with Annabelle Thomas | Spin The Racket Ep. 20

In this episode, Lu and G chat with Annabelle Thomas, a former college tennis star and current rising star within the innovative team tennis league, INTENNSE. Discover he

Covering Fitness, Diet, and Aging with Edin Sehovic from Evidence Nutrition | Spin The Racket Ep. 19

In this episode, Lu and G meet with Edin Sehovic as he shares his journey from a young tennis player to a nutrition expert, emphasizing the importance of community in ten

DÜS Tennis with Kevin Perkins: Bridging the Gap Between Sports & Streetwear | Spin The Racket Ep. 18

In this engaging conversation, Gerard and Luis meet with Kevin Perkins, founder of DÜS Tennis, as he shares his journey from a young tennis player in the Philippines to a

Australian Open 2026 Recap & Highlights with Nic Howe | Spin The Racket Ep. 17

In this episode of Spin the Racket, hosts Gerard and Luis recap the 2026 Australian Open, discussing standout matches, record attendance, and the emergence of new America

Australian Open 2026 Predictions: Who Will Take the Title? | Spin The Racket Ep. 16

In this episode of Spin the Racket, hosts Gerard and Lu are joined by Rishi Loungani from Inside Sports Network to preview the Australian Open, the first grand slam of th

2026: New Year, New Goals in Tennis | Spin The Racket Ep. 15

In this episode, Gerard and Luis discuss their goals for the new year, reflecting on the importance of setting realistic ambitions while remaining motivated. They delve i

2025: A Year of Tennis Highlights | Spin The Racket Ep. 14

In this episode, G and Lu are joined by Jake to reflect on the highlights of 2025 in tennis, discussing new formats, the rise of social media influencers, and the impact

Building a Tennis Community: The Journey of Netgains Tennis with Marcus Gilliam | Spin The Racket Ep. 13

In this episode, Gerard and Luis talk with Marcus Gilliam, CEO of Netgains Tennis, as he shares his journey from being mentored in tennis to creating a community-focused

ATP/WTA Finals, Off-season Activities, and Top 10 ATP Review | Spin The Racket Ep. 12

In this episode of Spin The Racket, hosts Gerard and Luis reflect on the Thanksgiving season, discussing gratitude and the end-of-year slowdown in tennis. They explore th

Swinging Into Fall: Approaching the End of the ATP & WTA 2025 Season | Spin The Racket Ep. 11

In this episode, Lu and G dive into the latest happenings in the tennis world, including insights from the Paris Rolex Masters, the current state of men's tennis rankings

Secrets of Success: Diving into the Atlanta Open and the Future of Tennis with Eddie Gonzalez | Spin The Racket Ep. 10

In this episode of Spin The Racket, hosts G and Lu invite Eddie Gonzalez, former director of the Atlanta Open, to share his journey in tennis, the evolution of D1 college

Chasing Dreams: James Hopper's Journey from DIII College Tennis to the Challengers | Spin The Racket Ep. 9

In this episode, G and Lu dive deep into the journey of professional tennis player James Hopper, exploring his transition from a college athlete to the professional circu

From Standout to Stand-Up: Giulio Gallarotti on Tennis and Comedy | Spin The Racket Ep. 8

In this episode of Spin the Racket, comedian Giulio Gallarotti joins G and Lu to share his insights on tennis, his personal journey in comedy, and the evolving landscape