Baseline Intelligence with Jonathan Stokke

For 10% off your new ADV backpack, click the link below https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis On today's episode we talk: 1:13 How Rajeev chooses serve formations 8:05 How Rajeev chooses his serve targets 14:13 When he changes strategy in a match 16:33 Improving your situational awareness 18:35 How he calls poaches 21:25 Where he starts in regular formation 25:30 What he looks for in a partner 30:22 How bossy was I as a doubles partner?

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To learn more about my doubles camps, visit my website here: https://stokketenniscoaching.com/ To get 10% off your ADV backpack, click here: https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis On today's episode we learn strength and conditioning tips from Dom King, an accredited strength and conditioning coach with the UK Strength and Conditioning Association. He's an ITPA Master Tennis Performance Specialist, Racquetfit certified, and an NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist.

For more information about my doubles camps, click here https://stokketenniscoaching.com/ To join my newsletter for monthly tips and a chance at a new ADV backpack, click here https://baselineintelligence.substack.com/ For 10% off your ADV backpack, click here https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis On today's episode, we talk: 1:42 The unique challenges of tennis 10:55 Accurately identifying "what is" 13:13 Emphasis on outcome 23:40 Staying in the present on the court 33:26 How "off court" affects "on court" 37:35 Building resiliency

For 10% off your next ADV backpack, click here https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis For more information on the ADV Flex Backpack, click here https://advpro.short.gy/baseline-flex On Today's Episode We talk: 1:00 Understand where you're at before you start an improvement plan 3:07 Why players overcomplicate things 6:15 Simple fundamentals every player can use 11:30 Where she ranks technique in a player's game 14:30 Difference between European and American teaching 22:27 Easier to do something, or not do something 28:50 Consistency on the pro tour

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Thanks to ADV for sponsoring the podcast. If you want the best tennis backpack/racket bag on the market, click here for 10% off. https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis On today's episode we're joined by Karue Sell. He was a standout player at UCLA, cracked the top 300 in the world on the ATP Tour, and then became a coach and a YouTube sensation (170K subscribers). After several years away from the tour, he's "turned pro at 30" and is on the cusp of making the grand slams in his return. On today's episode we discuss what he learned from stepping away from the game, how he works on the first 4 shots, his baseline principles, and why he thinks clarity is the most important part of his game.

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To register for my newsletter and a chance at the FREE ADV Backpack, sign up here https://baselineintelligence.substack.com/ For 10% off ADV Racket Bags, click here https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis Jeff Greenwald, MFT, is a licensed psychotherapist, best-selling author, and a leading expert in sports psychology, renowned for his book The Best Tennis of Your Life. A former number one world ranked player on the ITF Masters Tour and professional tennis player, Jeff brings unparalleled experience both as a competitor and elite mental coach. For over twenty-seven years, he has empowered thousands of adult and youth athletes worldwide, helping them develop the mental edge and elevate their performance. As the founder of Mental Edge & Fearless Tennis (established in 1997), Jeff continues to shape the next generation of champions while competing globally on the Masters Tour. He was inducted into the Northern California Hall of Fame in 2019. Visit him at mentaledgeforsports.com to learn more about the services he provides for athletes, parents, coaches, and corporate executives around the world. Buy Jeff's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Edge-Young-Athletes-Champions/dp/B0FJPTWXXR/ref=zg_bsnr_g_11370_d_sccl_7/000-0000000-0000000?psc=1 Audio Book: https://transactions.sendowl.com/orders/163188170/f13b225fa2f820281ab3e35dd7f0f95d/1 We Talk: 1:22 The trap of expectations 9:32 Worrying about what people think of your game 19:17 Character development vs. skill development 25:07 How gratitude can help your game 29:30 Getting back into the present

For a chance to win an ADV Backpack, sign up for my newsletter below https://baselineintelligence.substack.com/ For 10% off all ADV Gear, click on this link below! https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis Tommy Rounds joins the show to talk about how data and analytics cam improve your game On Today's Episode We Talk: 2:04 Statistical Analysis vs Strategic Analysis 9:10 Scouting yourself vs your opponents 13:24 Tactical inefficiencies on the WTA Tour 21:30 Optimal first serve strategy 31:12 The statistic that helps you hold serve 36:04 How to improve without statistics

To get MORE free tennis content and a chance to win a free ADV Backpack, click on the link below to sign up for my newsletter: https://baselineintelligence.substack.com/ On today’s episode, Joel Myers comes back to discuss critical ideas for your tennis game. We break down the key difference between strategy and tactics —and why knowing the distinction can instantly make you a smarter player. We also dive into how to make your rally ball more effective without swinging harder, and share our favorite tips for getting to the net with more confidence and success. Whether you're a doubles player looking to finish more points or a singles player wanting to apply pressure, this episode will help you play smarter and win more matches.

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring this podcast, as well as my doubles camps. Click here to check out all of the ADV Gear for 10% off https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis We talk: :43 defining quality shot selection 4:32 doing something once vs. ten times 9:00 the best volley you'll ever hit 11:40 baseline rally fundamentals 15:50 why do players disrespect height on a rally ball 22:39 how pressure affects shot selection

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To watch today's episode on YouTube, click here https://www.youtube.com/@StokkeTennis And to get 10% off your ADV backpack, click here! https://www.advtennis.pro/pages/adv-bags We talk: 1:44 What is brain-based training? 6:47 His essential vision drills 11:26 Benefits of vision training 15:48 Eye dominance myth 24:35 Improving reaction time 27:42 Proper spacing on groundstrokes 31:40 Pattern recognition 34:48 Learning how to play with non-dominant hand 44:07 Best coaching advice you've ever received To see more of Richard's content, visit his YouTube page and his website below... https://www.youtube.com/@TennisHacker https://www.tennishacker.net/

To learn more about my doubles camps or to work with me remotely, visit https://stokketenniscoaching.com/ And to get 10% off your ADV racket bag or backpack, click here: https://advpro.short.gy/stokketennis We talk: 3:01 What it feels like winning NCAAs 6:40 How they got players to relax in the finals 10:34 Training at Wake Forest 15:48 Doubles principles 19:58 Understanding the space on the doubles court 28:28 Building self-belief 30:52 Best coaching advice he's ever received 33:36 Best advice for the 4.0 player

Thanks to ADV for sponsoring the podcast and my adult doubles camps. Click here to look at their fantastic bags at a 10% discount... https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/stokketennis On today's episode Lauren Davis, former WTA #26, joins the podcast to discuss her 15 year pro career. We talk: 1:01 How she developed her footwork 3:43 Where she stands behind the baseline 7:34 Backhand tips 10:51 Staying with her coach for 7 years 16:02 Her keys for serving as a shorter player 17:49 Her 2nd serve return strategy 20:00 Her pre-match routine 21:53 How she views the warmup 25:20 Best advice for the 4.0 player

If you're interested in attending my NYC Doubles Camp August 23rd and 24th, visit my website www.stokketenniscoaching.com for more information and to reserve your spot. On today's episode with Conor Casey, we talk: 4:14 Tennis culture and etiquette 10:24 How he starts with a new player 12:30 Best advice on the backhand slice 15:27 Big swings to big targets 21:45 Attack attack attack 24:30 The deconstruction of the game 31:56 Most common mistakes at his club 33:36 What he laughs at on the court 36:17 How to find the right coach for you 39:00 What do we disagree on? You can find Conor at... IG: https://www.instagram.com/tenniscoachconorcasey/?hl=en Substack: https://tenniscoachconorcasey.substack.com/

In this week's episode I share my backstory with Jessica Pegula, and 4 lessons I learned from watching her win the WTA Charleston 500 event. Click here to subscribe to my newsletter https://baselineintelligence.substack.com/

Jeff Greenwald comes back on the podcast to discuss how you can mange your energy state to win more tennis matches. We talk: 1:02 What is state management? 6:35 Mid-level arousal 12:37 Do people need to calm down or get more amped up? 18:07 Breathing in competition 26:30 Feeling comfortable competing 33:12 Internal awareness Find Jeff at www.fearlesstennis.com

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Michael Kosta joins us for the 83rd episode of Baseline Intelligence. Michael is currently one of the hosts of The Daily Show and in today's episode we discuss his collegiate tennis career, how he got into comedy, and his best advice for the 4.0 player. Click here to order Lucky Loser https://www.harpercollins.com/products/lucky-loser-michael-kosta?variant=43245775061026 We talk: 2:32 Playing for Craig Tiley 6:05 Handling losing on the pro tour 14:03 What makes a great comedian 15:45 Funny stories from college coaching 20:55 What separates guys who make it on the tour vs. guys who don't 22:10 Climbing futures ladder vs. climbing the comedy ladder 25:30 What he's ranked in comedy 26:45 Best advice for the 4.0 player

On today's episode we have Swupnil Sahai, the CEO of SwingVision. I've been using the app for years, and if you'd like to get a free swing stick with your free trial subscription, click here https://swing.vision/r/jonstokke-apple We talk: 1:06 How SwingVision works 5:03 Reducing friction in setting up SwingVision 6:53 What features he enjoys the most 13:18 AI coach 17:00 Line calling

Ian Westerman from Essential Tennis joins the podcast. Ian's YouTube channel has over 300,000 subscribers, he has one of the top tennis podcasts, and has helped millions of players with his online content. Click here to watch the video on YouTube: We talk: 1:00 Why players go see Ian 2:30 Why players get stuck at the same level 11:49 Deeply ingrained habits 16:15 Working towards actual improvement 24:38 Ian's tennis passion 32:15 Best advice for the 4.0 player

3-time US Open Champion, 2-time Olympic Silver Medalist and former ATP World #1 Rajeev Ram joins the podcast. Click here to watch on YouTube... https://youtu.be/x9jIYxuPE6Y?si=_M98dgOW9d5dVkCe We talk: 1:07 Offseason growth 4:53 Making practices more competitive 7:09 Adjusting to a new partner 10:07 Handling a lefty serve 15:59 One-handed return of serve 21:54 First volley footwork 27:32 Losing the right way 31:21 Getting your body ready for competition 35:49 Best advice for the 4.0 player

Jessica Pegula joins us for the 79th episode of Baseline Intelligence. If you want to watch her interview on YouTube, click the link below... https://youtu.be/AxrDZnaVuXY?si=vixdalQ9_P9jHR7e We talk: 1:10 Her current health situation 3:11 Load management 5:59 Her mindset entering a tiebreaker 11:38 Playing mental games to feel better about the current situation 15:34 Risk vs. reward 17:45 What she's learned from Mark Merklein 21:30 What she's learned from Mark Knowles 24:28 What she learned from the US Open 26:23 What she does when her serve goes off in a match 31:30 Tinkering with her equipment