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In this episode of the Just Slap Podcast Alex sits down with former #5 in the world, semifinalist of the US Open, quarter finalist of the French Open, and current Tennis Director of IMG Academy -- Jimmy Arias. Discussion points: 0:00 - Intro 2:58 - Developing Character Through Tennis 11:08 - Introduction to Tennis and Nick Bollettieri 19:22 - What Modern Day Coaching and Tennis is Missing 24:00 - Relationship with Father 30:00 - Reflections and Changes After Getting Sick 40:20 - IMG: Pro Development vs Client-Service Model 45:15 - What Separates the Top Pros from the Rest JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7w5zXroZIXThPJMpxHmEjM For business inquiries please email: contact@justslaptennis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this episode Alex sits down with the #1 ranked Junior (ITF) tennis player in the world, Rodrigo Pacheco Mendez. This episode was filmed during the Eddie Herr International Championships at IMG Academy, which was Rodrigo's last junior tournament of his career before fully transitioning to the ATP tour (pro circuit). In this episode we discussed: 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - Eddie Herr International Championships 2:54 - Hobbies and Free Time 6:05 - Next Steps 6:53 - Playing Top ATP Pros 8:11 - Areas of Development and Strengths 10:44 - Enjoying Tennis 11:24 - Being at the Forefront of Mexican Tennis JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwDSZkBACxU0cTSP0_OKzQ For business inquiries please email: contact@justslaptennis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this episode of the Just Slap Podcast Alex sits down with former Junior World #1 and 2019 Junior Wimbledon Champion -- Shintaro Mochizuki. This episode was filmed a couple of months ago during our trip to IMG Academy, where Shintaro was training for the Hard Court swing and for the 2023 US Open. This past week Shintaro has had a major breakthrough at the Japan Open where he beat world #31 Tomas Martin Etcheverry, #10 Taylor Fritz, and #41 Alexei Popyrin. In this episode we discussed: 0:00 - Intro 2:53 - Difference Between Juniors and the ATP Tour 6:03 - Where Shintaro Gets His Self-Drive 8:00 - Goals: 3 months, 2 years, 5 years... 9:43 - Tennis Idols 12:55 - Nutrition and Diet 17:30 - Preparing for 5 Set Matches Follow ADVANTAGE GREEN BETS on Twitter: twitter.com/advgreenbets JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwDSZkBACxU0cTSP0_OKzQ For business inquiries please email: contact@justslaptennis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this episode Alex sits down with Margie Zesigner -- head of Girls/Women's Tennis at IMG Academy. In this episode, Margie and Alex discuss: 0:00 - Intro 3:40 - Purpose Through Coaching 8:27 - How to Ensure Athletes Develop Holistically 11:00 - Advice on dealing with early success and pressure 24:38 - Practice vs Competition Players 28:00 - The Importance of a Team in Tennis 31:35 - The Most Impressive WTA Player.... 39:00 - The Future of IMG Women's Tennis JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwDSZkBACxU0cTSP0_OKzQ For business inquiries please email: contact@justslaptennis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this special episode, Steven and Alex go to IMG Academy in Bradenton Florida and sit down (for a second time) with the legendary coach David "Red" Ayme. Huge huge thank you to IMG Academy and Coach Red for making this happen! Episode Topics: 0:00 - Intro 4:34 - Nick Bollettieri's Passing and Legacy 11:00 - IMG Academy's "Complete Ecosystem" 16:50 - IMG Academy's Generational Success 23:07 - "Healthy" vs "Unhealthy" Competition 25:25 - Is IMG Academy Too Big? 29:52 - What Qualities You NEED to Have to Succeed at IMG 31: 40 - Sebastian Korda 34:45 - Tommy Haas Stories 50:40 - Rapid Fire Questions Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwDSZkBACxU0cTSP0_OKzQ For business inquiries please email: contact@justslaptennis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this 50th episode special, Steven and Alex sit down and talk to the brilliant Katrina Adams. Katrina tells us her story from the very beginning. She recounts how she began tennis in West Chicago and the lessons she learned as she moved up through high school, college, and into the pros. After her pro career Katrina maintained her love and passion for the game and helped build up the sport off of the court. She was appointed as CEO, President and Chairman of the USTA and made history by becoming the first African American, youngest ever, and first individual to be appointed for two terms in the organization's history. Finally, we discuss Katrina's current focuses, which include being the Executive Director of the Harlem Junior Tennis & Education Program and her recent book, Own the Arena. Huge thank you to Katrina for her time and for sharing her wisdom and experiences with us. We hope you enjoy! YOU CAN PURCHASE OWN THE ARENA HERE: https://www.amazon.com/Own-Arena-Match-Points-Winning/dp/0062936824 https://www.harpercollins.com/products/own-the-arena-katrina-m-adams?variant=39342110113826 JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justslappodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Just-Slap-Tennis-109994734919454 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7w5zXroZIXThPJMpxHmEjM For business inquiries please email: contact@justslaptennis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this episode, Steven and Alex sit down with Juan Jose Climent. Juanjo is currently Max Cressy's full time coach and is the co-founder and author of TAP Mindset, a program that is democratizing mental training for athletes all over the world. In the episode Juanjo delves into how his and Max Cressy's relationship started and discusses some of the ins and outs of what it's like coaching at the highest level. He breaks down differences between lower level tournaments and Grand Slams, and what he sees the best in the world doing while competing. Juanjo tells us about TAP and how it will help athletes all over the world with their mental conditioning and overall growth as individuals. He breaks down the importance of the tools embedded within his program and why he believes they will be prominent part of everyone's routines in their near future. Huge thank you to Juanjo for giving us his time and coming on the podcast! JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justslappodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Just-Slap-Tennis-109994734919454 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7w5zXroZIXThPJMpxHmEjM For business inquiries please email: contact@justslaptennis.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this episode Alex sits down with former #24 in the world, American tennis player -- Christina McHale. Christina discusses her recent retirement and her plans moving forward now that she has stepped away from the pro tour. She discusses her current endeavors and her interest in tennis media. Alex and Christina also delve into Christina's tennis career, where Christina provided insight into what it was like being a top rank pro tennis player on tour. She recounted some of her major matches, such as her 2016 battle against Serena Williams at Wimbledon, and tells us about how she would handle the different pressures and challenges of being a pro athlete traveling the world. A huge thank you to Christina for coming on the podcast. We hope you enjoy the episode! Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:48 - Post Retirement Plans 11:20 - Christina's Tennis Career 17:30 - Playing Serena Williams at Wimbledon 21:28 - Navigating Pressure and Challenges as a Pro 25:05 - Tennis Finances 32:50 - Coaching in Pro Tennis 36:20 - Building Relationships While on Tour 43:45 - Personality Traits Developed Through Tennis 49:30 - Dealing with Hate on Social Media CHRISTINA MCHALE SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: @christina_mchale Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/christina_mchale/?hl=en BECOME A MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO SPECIAL PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwDSZkBACxU0cTSP0_OKzQ/join JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justslappodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Just-Slap-Tennis-109994734919454 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7w5zXroZIXThPJMpxHmEjM SONG USED FOR INTRO: "Warm Feelings" -- Kevatta For business inquiries please email: justslapbusiness@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this episode of the Just Slap Podcast Steven and Alex sit down with the legendary Wally Green. Wally Green is a professional ping pong player and entrepreneur who has an incredible story and some of the wildest life experiences we have ever heard.  Growing up in Brooklyn in the projects, Wally talks about his upbringing and how it was full of violence and hate. He tells us how he joined a gang at the mere age of 13 years old and how he was in possession of things like guns even in his early childhood. He delves into how he was accidentally introduced to ping pong and how ping pong went on to shape and change his life. Wally recalls moving to Germany to pursue ping pong full time and his first experiences as a professional ping pong player traveling the world playing the sport. He tells us how he came across opportunities like being sponsored by Rockstar Games, and recalls the crazy story of how he decided to fly to North Korea to play the Pyongyang Open, where he used ping pong as a campaign towards diplomacy for peace.  Wally Green is a truly incredible individual who has made it his life's mission to instill positivity and love in the world. We had an incredible time meeting and speaking with him. We hope you enjoy the podcast.  WALLY GREEN SOCIAL MEDIA:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wallygreennyc/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wallygreennycofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wallygreennyc WALLY GREEN NORTH KOREA PING PONG VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XicXJerng0 BECOME A MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO SPECIAL PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwDSZkBACxU0cTSP0_OKzQ/join JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justslappodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Just-Slap-Tennis-109994734919454 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7w5zXroZIXThPJMpxHmEjM For business inquiries please email: justslapbusiness@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this episode Steven and Alex sat down with the brilliant Dr. Ioonna Felix. Dr. Felix is a board certified sports and orthopedic physical therapist. She has experience as Site Manager at Hospital for Special Surgery (having led multiple clinical teams and rehabilitative/performance services) and has recently been brought on as Regional Director for the Eastern Section USTA.  Dr. Felix delves into some of the most common tennis injuries both professional and amateur tennis players face throughout their tennis careers. Discussing common injuries like the tennis elbow, she provides insight into how tennis players can avoid such common injuries and what players should do in order to properly rehabilitate the injury once it's there. Dr. Felix also delves into how tennis has shifted from a physical performance and injury prevention perspective. She explains how top players like Novak Djokovic are able to maintain such high performance at an older age and remain relatively injury free.  BECOME A MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO SPECIAL PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwDSZkBACxU0cTSP0_OKzQ/join JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justslappodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Just-Slap-Tennis-109994734919454 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7w5zXroZIXThPJMpxHmEjM For business inquiries please email: justslapbusiness@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

In this very special episode Steven and Alex sit down with former University of Alabama men's tennis player, former Russian Junior Champion, and rising professional tennis player -- Alexey Nesterov. Alexey and Alex have been friends since early childhood, having met at the academy where they both started playing tennis.  Alexey delves deep into the power of TAP, a new system and set of tools that he learned while training at the Weil Tennis Academy in California. He explains how TAP has changed his life on and off the court and explains how making habit of things like meditation, visualization, reading, and writing can impact your life as a high performance athlete.  Alexey also delves into his experiences as a junior and college tennis player. He recalls the ups and downs of playing for University of Alabama and gives advice to college tennis players who feel they aren't maximizing their college athletics experiences. BECOME A MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO SPECIAL PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzwDSZkBACxU0cTSP0_OKzQ/join JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justslappodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Just-Slap-Tennis-109994734919454 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7w5zXroZIXThPJMpxHmEjM For business inquiries please email: justslapbusiness@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support

Happy New Year everyone!! In this episode, Steven and Alex sit down and discuss Alex's experience playing tennis with John  McEnroe. Alex and Steven also discuss the recent Roger Federer Wimbledon story and the passing of tennis legend, Nick Bollettieri.  JOIN OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/kKm7KbC5Wy Links To Just Slap Tennis Social Media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justslappodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/justslappodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Just-Slap-Tennis-109994734919454 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7w5zXroZIXThPJMpxHmEjM For business inquiries please email: justslapbusiness@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/just-slap-podcast/support