TENNIS.com Podcast

TENNIS.com Podcast


Latest Episodes

Reigning NCAA Singles Champ Ethan Quinn and Your Favorite Tennis YouTuber Illya Marchenko
July 18, 2023

This week's podcast features two players are different trajectories in pursuit of the same tennis goals. Kamau Murray sits down with Ethan Quinn, the winner of the NCAA men's singles title this past year as he begins his pro career. Quinn explains how he

Ernesto Escobedo's Renewed Passion, & Andrew Fenty's Rookie Year - Live From the XS Tennis Center
July 11, 2023

Kamau Murray is on-site from his own club, as the XS Tennis Center is hosting a men's tournament as part of the Oracle Challenger Series. Ernesto Escobedo sits down for a chat about finding a renewed love of tennis, his decision to represent Mexico, and w

Journalist Peter Bodo Previews the 2023 Wimbledon Championships
June 27, 2023

Journalist Peter Bodo joins Kamau Murray to preview the 2023 Wimbledon Championships, with a look at whether Novak Djokovic can add another title to his collection at the All England Club. Bodo examines which male players can stand in Djokovic's way, whet

Austin Krajicek on Winning Roland Garros and What It Takes To Be #1
June 20, 2023

American Austin Krajicek joins the podcast to discuss the biggest triumph of his career, winning this year's Roland Garros men's doubles title with Ivan Dodig. Krajicek explains how he transitioned from college to the pros, why he decided to put all of hi

Georgia Men's Tennis Coach Manny Diaz on Creating Culture, Developing Pros, & Growing The Sport
June 13, 2023

Georgia men's tennis head coach Manny Diaz joins Kamau Murray for an insightful chat about his tenure with the Bulldogs, and how he built a successful culture in over three decades with the program. Diaz recalls his experiences coaching John Isner & other

Jimmy Arias on His Buffalo Origins, Pro Stories, & Some Thoughts on 2023 Roland Garros
May 31, 2023

Former top 5 singles player and current Tennis Channel broadcaster Jimmy Arias joins the podcast to discuss how he emerged from Buffalo to become of the best tennis players in the world. Arias discusses his origin story, how he met & started working with

Coach Rob Steckley on Finding His Calling, Guiding Lucie Safarova & Denis Shapovalov, and Pushing The Right Buttons
May 16, 2023

Kamau Murray chats with Canadian coach Rob Steckley about his path to big-time coaching, and how he made the successful transition from playing to developing others. Steckley discusses his time working with French Open finalist Lucie Safarova & top 10 ATP

UCLA Women's Coach Stella Sampras On Building a Winning Program & Developing A Competitive Culture
May 09, 2023

Stella Sampras joins the show to discuss her groundbreaking tenure as UCLA's women's tennis coach, where she just recently notched her 500th victory at the helm. Sampras goes in depth about her coaching style, how she fosters a competitive environment tha

Coco Vandeweghe On Still Competing and Going Against The Grain
May 02, 2023

This week's guest is Coco Vandeweghe, one of the most consistent American players of her generation & someone who has a different approach than a lot of her peers. Vandeweghe explains why she's not big acting friendly during the heat of competition, and w

Luke Jensen's Stories of Roland Garros, World Team Tennis, & Having Fun in the Game
April 26, 2023

Luke Jensen joins the Kamau Murray to reminisce about some of the most memorable moments & highlights of his life in tennis. Jensen details how the sport united his family in the Midwest, why he prioritized doubles, and that thrilling Roland Garros title