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BOT 254 – Special Guest – Juandell Brunner
In this episode the Bruthas welcome back one of their favorite previous guests, Juandell Brunner. If you have not listened to Juandell's first visit on the show (BOT 76), it's a must listen. A story of inspiration that we continue to receive comments on today. On this visit, Juandell updates us on his newest venture, 358 Sports Management. He takes us behind the scenes to understand what work occurs for you to see your favorite players on court. His roster, which already includes Nicole Melichar-Martinez, Sachia Vickery and Jamie Loeb, just recently added coaching standout Michael Joyce to the team. Always good catching up with this gentleman, please visit www.358sportsmanagement.fi for more information. Enjoy the episode!
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BOT 251 – Meet Erika Bond (All-Love Racquet Club)
If you have not yet heard the story of Erika Bond, founder of the All-Love Racquet Club, then please take a seat and have a listen. This talented ex-D1 collegiate tennis player and coach truly reflects the spirit of "Do Something." Struggling to find a tennis community in Southern California that made her feel embraced and welcomed, she took matters into her own hands and created the concept of the All-Love Racquet Club. The idea was to have an environment where everyone regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, etc., felt welcomed to come enjoy this sport we so love. Capturing the attention of brands like USTA, Wilson, and On, All-Love has produced community events across Southern California and New York. Please visit her website at www.all-loveclub.com or on social media with the handle allloveracquetclub for more information on upcoming events.
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BOT 249 – Special Guest – Michael Russell
A few days before the start of Taylor Fritz's run to the US Open Final, we got a chance to chat with his coach Michael Russell. A great player in his own right, Michael has helped guide Taylor to career highs as the top ranked American on the Men's tour. Listen in as we hear from Michael as he embarked upon the 2024 US Open.
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BOT 245 – Special Guest – Coach Marc Lucero
We have been honored to meet some of the most dynamic coaches on the professional tour and Marc Lucero is definitely one of them. He has coached such notable players as Amanada Anisimova, Stevie Johnson, Shelby Rogers, Sam Querrey, Alison Riske-Amritraj, Ryan Harrison, Genie Bouchard and Nicole Gibbs. Marc chatted with us about his coaching history and the services on his new site marclucerotennis.com. Listen in and find out how he might help your game!
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BOT 240 – Special Guest – Will Boucek
A benefit of being onsite at tournaments is the opportunity to meet individuals we wouldn't normally meet. Such is the case with this guest, Will Boucek. He is a doubles strategist that has worked with some of the best players in the world. We met Will a couple of years ago in Indian Wells and have always wanted to have him on the show. Doubles is the form of tennis most of us play recreationally, but why does it get such limited exposure on the professional level. Listen in as Will answers this question and addresses other key doubles topics. Watch More Doubles!
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BOT 236 – Special Guest – Steve Weissman
Sometimes there are people who just don't need an introduction and Steve Weissman would be one of those. Whether you know him from ESPN, the NFL Network or the Tennis Channel, he has been the consummate sports analyst on network television for the last decade. We have wanted to have Steve on the show for quite a while and finally schedules aligned. Listen in for the rarely heard backstory of how Steve parlayed a 3rd grade ambition into becoming the fearless leader of the Tennis Channel Live desk. These interviews just keep getting better...LOL...Enjoy!
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BOT 235 – Special Guest – Charlie Fox
One of the benefits of being onsite at tournaments is the opportunity to meet people who contribute significantly behind the scenes. There are so many resources that are responsible for how we consume this sport we love. One such person is Charlie Fox. He is the Founder and CEO of Sift Creative, a company that specializes in video production, social media strategy and content creation. They may be best known for their work on the show ATP Uncovered. Listen in as Charlie gives us a peak into his background, as well as some amazing behind the scenes stories. To top it off, Charlie is one of the funniest guys we've met on tour so we're sure you're gonna enjoy!
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BOT 233 – Special Guest – Kevin Frazier
You may know him best as one of the co-hosts of Entertainment Tonight, but Kevin Frazier has a deep sports history and tennis is one of his faves! Take a moment to listen in to what we have called one of our instant classic interviews. Kevin does give us the inside scoop on his background, but at the end of the day it's just 3 Bruthas talking a little tennis. Enjoy!
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BOT 232 – Special Guest – Henri “Bijou” Elkins
We'd like to introduce to you the tennis All-American, the coach, the originator, the innovator - Henri "Bijou" Elkins. At the recommendation of his father, Henri created The Harlem Globetrotters meets Tennis concept that forever changed the world of invitational tennis. Henri discusses with us how he got started and the impact his circus style of tennis has had on others. Our introduction came way of a shared friend we lost last November. It is in that spirit that we dedicate Episode BOT 232 to our dear friend, David Williams.
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BOT 229 – Craig Boynton – The Coach Behind the Beard
We love it when we get the opportunity to interview someone who is on our dream list of interviewees. This was definitely one of those interviews for us. Craig Boynton, current coach of Polish standout Hubert Hurkacz, has been a consistent fixture on the ATP tour for the last 30 years. He is known for his coaching and development of such American players as Jim Courier, Mardy Fish, John Isner, Sam Querrey, Stevie Johnson, Jack Sock and Donald Young, Jr. He may be even better known for the massive beard he sports that makes him so identifiable in courtside player boxes. Take a listen to this entertaining interview about CB's origins, thoughts on player development and his story about the beard! This is easily one of our favorite interviews across the last 4 years. Enjoy...
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