Today Ron and myself have a special guest: Gary of timelesstennis.net. Gary wrote a recent blog post reviewing a classic book by Bill Tilden: “How to Play Better Tennis”. Together the three of us discuss many of the points that Tilden made in his book and compare them to today’s modern game.

 How Much Has Tennis Changed? [59:52m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

After the off season it’s great to finally have some professional tennis coming back to TV! Listen as Ron, Ian and several callers discuss this years likely winners and losers down under. Who are your picks?

 Australian Open Preview [59:55m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Goal setting is such an important part of being successful at anything in life, tennis is no exception! Ron and Ian discuss what goals they have accomplished in the last year, as well as which resolutions and goals they’d like to obtain in this new year. Listen in as listeners call in to share their own resolutions as well. Happy New Year!

 Tennis Resolutions [60:00m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

So how has technology changed the way that you play tennis? Do you play better tennis as a result of modern technology? Listen to Ron and Ian discuss this topic with several callers live!

 Technology and Tennis [54:53m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

What are the best gift ideas for the tennis player on your list? How about the worst? Listen in as Ron and Ian discuss what to get your tennis pals whether they’ve been naughty or nice.

 Tennis Holiday Gift List [59:49m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

So many players have a hard time developing a strong and dependable serve in tennis, are you one of them? Today myself and several callers discuss common problems, fixes, and strategic ideas having to do with both the first and second serves.

 Serving Struggles [46:32m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Do you prefer indoor tennis or outdoor tennis? What differences do you notice between the two? Listen in!

 Indoors or Outdoors? [53:01m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

When you play your matches do you change up your shot selection or strategy based on the score? Do you always play the same regardless of the score? Listen in as Ron and Ian discuss along with several callers.

 Do You Play The Score? [55:39m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Many tennis players have complaints about the NTRP rating system here in the US. What changes would you make to it? Ron, Ian, and several callers discuss.

 NTRP System Flaws? [59:44m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

What are the pros and cons of coming to the net? When is the best time to come to the net? Listen to Ron and Ian discuss these topics and more about approaching in tennis!

 Net Pros and Cons [58:22m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download