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If you eat, sleep, and breathe tennis then the Shankcast is for you! Each and every week tennis professionals Ian Westermann, Megan Garlington, and Kevin Garlington sit down to discuss topics, questions, and frustrations common to all tennis players around the world. It doesn’t matter if you started last month, last year, or many decades ago: the humorous insights you’ll hear will give you more appreciation, understanding, and respect for the great game we all love. Our biggest goal is to provide entertaining, engaging tennis talk that not only is a pleasure to listen to but also helps maximize your tennis enjoyment and success in your matches! What topics will be covered on the Shankcast podcast? Nothing will be off limits and no stone will be left unturned! You’ll hear the hosts debate whether or not it’s kosher to try doubles opponents, if the unhand serve (ala Nick Kyrgios) is a smart play or disrespectful, how well they think they would fare against Serena Williams, the biggest mistakes tennis parents make, and much, much more! No matter what tennis topic is being discussed Ian, Megan and Kevin will share their real, candid, unfiltered thoughts so you can benefit from their many decades of experience as players, coaches, and mentors around the court. Subscribing to the Shankcast is hands down the best way to automatically get each episode as its published, each and every week! You can also check out the official Shankcast website at www.shankcast.com or subscribe on Spotify, Podbean, Stitcher, the iPhone Podcasts app, the Google Play app on your Android phone, or just about anywhere else that podcasts are found! If you’ve listened to the Shankcast and you enjoy it then please rate and review the show! Thank you so much for your support of what we’re doing and for tuning in each and every week. Also, if you’re looking for more detailed, in depth instructional materials make sure to subscribe to the Essential Tennis Podcast which Ian Westermann has hosted for over 10 years, and head over to www.essentialtennis.com where you can find hundreds of free video, audio, and written lessons designed to help you play your best.

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Check latest episodes from Shankcast - A Tennis Banter Podcast podcast

Is Pickleball Bad For Tennis? - Shankcast #31

2021/06/28

Pickleball's explosive rise in popularity is impossible to avoid as a tennis player, with more and more tennis courts around the world serving dual purpose or being totally converted to accommodate for the surge in demand. Its effect on the world of tennis is undeniable – but is it a good or a bad one? Enjoy the tennis banter as we debate and discuss!

The Difference Between High School and College Tennis - Shankcast #30

2021/06/18

It's natural to think of college tennis as a natural extension of high school tennis, but (aside from being the same sport) they couldn't be more different. In today's episode, Ian, Mark and Matt share their own thoughts, experiences and challenges on making the transition. Enjoy the tennis banter!

Regulating Emotion During Important Tennis Matches - Shankcast #29

2021/06/04

EVERY tennis player has been there: you're in the middle of a match, and everything goes wrong... your technique starts to break down... you start missing easy shots... your opponent starts getting on your nerves... before you know it, your emotions take over and the rest of the match is a total disaster. In today's episode of the Shankcast we discuss the times that we've been there ourselves, and how we've learned to manage our emotions and stay calm when things go south. Enjoy the tennis banter!

(Dirty) Secrets of Working at a Tennis Club - Shankcast #28

2021/05/05

Tennis clubs go to a great deal of trouble to protect their image as upstanding, family-friendly establishments, but there's a great deal that goes on below the surface. In today's episode, three present (and former) teaching pros reveal the shocking things they learned about how coaches are paid, the activities they partake in and the things they hide on and off the court. Enjoy the tennis banter!

Is Tennis Too Elitist? - Shankcast #27

2021/04/02

Tennis has a reputation of being a sport of status and privilege, but is that really true or can everybody have equal access? In this special episode of the Shankcast tennis podcast three lifelong tennis players and coaches discuss whether or not tennis is too financially restrictive while lessons and club membership dues keep climbing higher and higher. Please enjoy our tennis banter!

Why Most Private Lessons are a Ripoff - Shankcast #26

2021/03/29

Sometimes private tennis lessons are money well spent. Other times you're better off investing in your game other ways! In this special episode of the Shankcast podcast you'll hear from three lifelong tennis players and coaches what to look for in your next tennis lesson so you know if you're moving in the right direction. Please enjoy our tennis banter!

One Handed vs Two Handed Backhand Debate - Shankcast #25

2021/03/18

It's a debate for the ages! Which is better: the one handed backhand or two handed backhand in tennis? In this special episode of the Shankcast Podcast you'll hear three lifelong tennis lovers and coaches discuss the pros and cons of each swing and give their personal opinions about which reigns supreme. Enjoy our tennis banter!

Shankcast Reboot!

2021/03/18

We're super excited to get the Shankcast podcast rolling again! In today's bonus upload we'll introduce the two new hosts joining Ian for weekly tennis banter. You'll get to know Mark and Matt, what their experience in tennis is, and what their highs and lows are on the tennis court.

7 Ways To Improve Your Tennis At Home - Shankcast #24

2020/04/08

Tennis clubs and public courts are closed all around the world so players are completely out of luck, right? Wrong! There are 7 different ways you can improve your tennis skills right from home with no extra equipment at all. Better yet you only need THREE steps of space to do everything Megan, Kevin and Ian talk about in this special episode of the Shankcast Podcast. Please enjoy our tennis banter!

Excelling At League Tennis - Shankcast #23

2020/02/25

Tired of all the drama, frustration and intimidation that comes with league tennis play? If so don’t miss this episode of the Shankcast tennis podcast because lifelong tennis coaches and players Megan, Kevin and Ian share their perspectives and experiences managing USTA teams, team captains and team players. You’ll learn what mindsets and attitudes will help you diffuse difficult situations and bring more success to your tennis experience. Hope you enjoy our tennis banter!

The Ultimate Tennis Weapon - Shankcast #22

2020/01/21

Do you have what it takes to be a successful tennis competitor? On this episode of the Shankcast tennis podcast you’ll hear three lifelong tennis coaches discuss which is more important: loving to win or hating to lose. It’s a deep dive into tennis mindset, mental toughness, motivation and psychology that you can’t miss if you take your match play seriously. Please enjoy our tennis banter!

Play Your BEST Tennis In Matches! - Shankcast #21

2020/01/14

It’s a universal frustration for tennis players: putting in the work, finding your groove and hitting awesome in practice, only to start a match and have your best tennis – the tennis you KNOW you’re capable of – nowhere to be found. Don’t despair! It is possible to consistently play your best in a match setting, but it won’t happen unless you’ve prepared your mind and body first. In this episode of the Shankcast we’ll share what’s worked for us (and what’s gone wrong) along the way...

Read Shankcast - A Tennis Banter Podcast podcast reviews

4.8 out of 5

170 reviews

Noor221 2021/10/17

Fun topics and crew

I migrated from the essential tennis YouTube channel. Great content and insights

Dan Heaton 2021/04/23

Fun Roundtable Podcast!

I’ve just caught up with the last few episodes, and I really like the roundtable format. As someone who has played in leagues but has never coached, i...

jgotlib 2021/04/12

Shank cast review

Love the episode where Kevin says bamdambam bamdambam. Hilarious! Love listening to the tennis banter!

prexrode 2021/03/18

Thank you for bringing back shankcast

Tennis monk 2020/03/22

Very entertaining podcast for regular players.

I started playing tennis three years ago. I have found a few podcasts about tennis techniques or about tour players. This is the first one that I fou...

Blue12345& 2020/03/07

Shankcast withdrawal

Really love listening to the tennis conversations from Ian and his Essential tennis group. They are on hiatus now at Indian wells or maybe Costa Rica ...

rafafan01 2020/02/22

Review

These are great! Love them!

Suite Buns 2020/02/20

Love These Tennis Friends

I find myself laughing and thinking I am hanging out w friends who love tennis as much as me. Go Ian 💖🎾🔥 Just listened to 19 again I have started ...

GeauxPhish 2019/12/28

Real life tennis

I’ve enjoyed Essential Tennis for a while now and just recently stumbled upon Shankcast. It’s nice to hear real world stories in a light-hearted tone....

SteveT30 2020/01/23

Shankcast #22

Great discussion on winning vs. losing as a driver. One thing that came to mind was something I heard Roger Federer say recently on a video clip: “It...

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