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The Ball Boys

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Welcome to The Ball Boys, the podcast for anyone who's gay for tennis. We're hardcore tennis enthusiasts with soft-core senses of humor. From discussing our weekly Lobsbians to playing games like Dad, Daddy, or Dandy, we put the fuzz on the balls. All while tackling the latest upsets, outbursts, insights and downloads in professional tennis.

Latest episodes

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Honey Deuce and Honey Don'ts - with Reid Rohling

Join Paul and Reid for our US Open Recap show.  We’re bringing you the honey dues, honey dudes, honey news, and honey feuds of the tournament.  We start off with a speed

Sep 16
1 h 07 min

The Bally Pardons - with Reid Rohling

Today’s show is a special one in honor of Dolly Parton.  Paul is joined by tennis super fan and GRUNT member Reid Rohling as we get ready for the final slam of the year,

Aug 28
1 h 08 min

Canda Dry - with Myles David

On today’s show Paul is joined by Myles David, the creator of Tuned into Tennis as we recap the latest, greatest, and gayest in tennis.  Catch up with our Lobsbians inclu

Aug 15
1 h 09 min

The Oh-DC, with Ivy Pochoda

Join us on an Odyssey through the tours and while we put the diss in Odysseus. Ivy Pochoda is back to flex her classical Greek muscles as we explore the Isle of Lobsbos t

Aug 4
1 h 08 min

A Czech-off - with Kedzie Teller

This Wimbledon served up plenty of hits, with a few misses, and some twists and turns that kept us on the edge of our seat.  We laughed, we cried, it was better than Cats

Jul 13
1 h 16 min

Bangers and Match - with Kedzie Teller

Buckle up for the most unpredictable Wimbledon in years as Paul is joined by a brand new ball boy, Kedzie Teller.  Of course we start with New Balls Please, including the

Jun 27
1 h 06 min

Open Up - with Edward Schmit

We’re getting read and booked on the latest episode with the return of The Ball Boys Book Club!  Paul is joined by Edward Schmit, author of the new gay tennis romance, Th

Jun 19
50 min

Claymaxxxed - with Matthew Coleman

The Ball Boys are back to wrap up one of the most unexpected, chaotic Grand Slams in years.  Matthew Coleman joins Paul to recap the roller coaster that was Roland Garros

Jun 8
1 h 07 min

Clay Mascs with Matthew Coleman

Matthew Coleman is back to join Paul for a Roma recap and a preview of Roland Garros.  We debate what makes someone worth stanning and argue over being an Ostapenko versu

May 23
1 h 11 min

Red, for Fifth - with Nathan Frizzell

Buckle up for a bull ride through Madrid as Nathan Frizzell joins as guest Ball Boy.  We cover all the ins and outs of Caja Magica with some Dark Magica, Magica Touch, an

May 4
1 h 04 min

Claymates - with Zach McKenzie

On today’s show Paul is joined by Zach McKenzie from the Houston Tennis Club, OutSmart Magazine and My Gay Houston.  We've got an insider’s take on the VIP treatment at t

Apr 13
1 h 08 min

Marsh Madness, with Ivy Pochoda

Grab a towel and join Paul with special guest and pod favorite Ivy Pochoda as they break down the wet and wild action coming out of Miami.  In honor of March Madness, we

Mar 31
57 min

Just Deserts, an Indian Wells Recap

Today Paul is joined by hottie merch model and two time ball boy Ben Kersten to break down the latest from the desert as we’re talking all things Indian Wells.  We breakd

Mar 17
1 h 05 min

Happy Endings with Tom Vellner, author of Thirty Love

We keep the love going this episode as we are joined by special guest Ball Boy, Tom Vellner, author of Thirty Love. This gay tennis romance novel comes out March 10th eve

Mar 2
1 h 09 min

Love All

On today’s show Paul is joined by Charles Conoly from the Tennis Channel and we have caught the love bug just in time for Valentine’s day. Charles shares stories from Pau

Feb 15
59 min

Alca-rithm Optimization - an AO Recap

Paul is joined by Matthew Coleman to cover the Australian Open from top to bottom. From Carlos Alcaraz’s record breaking run to Rybakina’s beguiling domination we’re givi

Feb 2
1 h 02 min

Two in the Bush - an AO Preview

For our preview special of the Australian Open, Paul is joined by pod mainstay Matthew Coleman to break down the action Down Under.  We cover the tops and bottoms of the

Jan 16
1 h 07 min

Ball Drop 2026

Welcome to the new season of The Ball Boys! Paul is joined by Ivy Pochoda to break down the off season action and everything from Heated Rivalry to Venus’s wedding to the

Jan 3
1 h 00 min

The Second Annual Bally Awards

It's time to celebrate the outfits and outbursts, the dudes and feuds, the hot shots and low blows of the ATP and WTA tours with the Second Annual Bally Awards. Paul is j

Dec 20 2025
1 h 08 min

Finals Fantasy

The Ball Boys put the rear in year-end with the ATP and WTA Finals.  Paul is joined by media darling, Brooklyn tennis icon, and co-creator of Talk Hole, Eric Schwartau, t

Nov 18 2025
1 h 13 min

Chart trend

Position in the Tennis chart (US), last 90 days.

#13
all-time peak
241
days in the top 50 since Nov 2024

Chart positions

Where The Ball Boys ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 24, 2026).

#63 ▼ 1 Tennis US

What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

Ball Boys is an absolute gem of a podcast for any tennis fan, and particularly those who are part of the LGBTQ+ community. Hosted by tennis enthusiasts and proud members of the gay community, the podcast is an entertaining and informative look at all things tennis. The podcast that delves into the fascinating subculture of LGBT tennis enthusiasts is an exciting exploration of a vibrant community where sports and identity intersect. From breaking down the latest tournaments to exploring history of the sport, Ball Boys is a “grand-slam” fun experience that is sure to leave you feeling both enlightened and entertained. No flops here.

blakeburdette · Mar 2023

If you love tennis, and also love to know what our favorite players have been wearing on the court, in detail, this podcast is for you!! I’d give it 6 stars if I could!! 🎾👏✨⭐️🏳️‍🌈

Jaddy742568 · Sep 2024

I do love their commentary, you can tell they love the sport! These gays do sound a bit similar, and I’d like if one used a slightly different accent during their dialogue. I will be able to tell the difference with more listening but that’s my one piece of feedback.

John Targon · May 2023

i’d listen to these two read the ITF 1992 Challenger results (and they probably know them). so much fun!

getyourhirshon · Apr 2023

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