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GoTennis! Podcast

GoTennis! Podcast

By: Shaun Boyce and Bobby Schindler
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 Welcome to the GoTennis! Podcast. Our conversations are uniquely engaging and our tips will help you to win more matches. Our mission is to keep you well informed, give you what you need to improve your game, and help you save money. We invite you to become a GoTennis! Premium Member and join our community. We are a non-GMO, gluten-free, and cruelty-free podcast. Side effects should include improved tennis games, more wins, increased flexibility, and a strong inner desire to save money by becoming a GoTennis! Premium member. We discuss the latest tennis news and work hard to be one of the best tennis podcasts. We offer tennis and pickleball tips for beginners and tennis and pickleball tips to improve your game. LetsGoTennis.com Contact Shaun: shaun@tennisforchildren.com Contact Bobby: schindlerb@comcast.netCopyright 2025 Shaun Boyce and Bobby Schindler Politics & Government Tennis
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  • The Evolution of Country Clubs: A 30-Year Perspective

    The Evolution of Country Clubs: A 30-Year Perspective
    Oct 29 2025

    Season 25, Episode 103 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

    Summary

    In this episode you'll discover Matt Grayson, the Director of Athletics at Ansley Golf Club, who shares insights about the unique culture of his club, the evolution of country clubs over the past 30 years, and the changing dynamics of membership expectations. He discusses the importance of programming and engagement in tennis clubs, the upcoming RacquetX event at Ansley, and his vision for improving the tennis experience in Atlanta. Matt emphasizes the need for a balance between competition and skill development, advocating for a seasonal approach that allows players to focus on improving their game without the pressure of matches.

    Takeaways

    Matt Grayson has been with Ansley Golf Club for 13 years.

    Ansley Golf Club has a unique culture with a highly active membership.

    The club has a seven-year waitlist due to its popularity.

    Membership expectations have shifted towards a more service-oriented approach.

    Programming and engagement are crucial for tennis clubs' success.

    The upcoming RacquetX event will focus on industry trends and club management.

    Matt believes in the importance of skill development over competition.

    He advocates for reducing the number of competitive seasons to allow for improvement.

    The tennis community in Atlanta is evolving with new sports like pickleball and padel.

    Matt's vision includes making tennis more fun and accessible for all players.

    Keywords

    tennis, country clubs, membership, programming, racquet sports, Atlanta, tennis culture, club management, community engagement, sports events

    Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Gm_O9APv-Tc

    King of Tennis Answer: https://youtu.be/OD5i7roPeWI

    Contact Our Hosts
    • Shaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/
    • Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermere
    • Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/
    • GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/

    More about Ansley Golf Club

    https://ansleygc.org/

    More about Matt Grayson

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-grayson-90096719/

    Join Our Community

    Check out the GoTennis! Atlanta Facebook page for deals, updates, events, podcasts, news, stories, coach profiles, club information, and more.

    Support the Show
    • Donate Directly: https://gotennispodcast.captivate.fm/support
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    30 mins
  • The Evolution of Pickleball: Insights from Frank Solana

    The Evolution of Pickleball: Insights from Frank Solana
    Oct 15 2025

    Season 25, Episode 102 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

    Summary

    In this episode of the GoTennis Podcast, Shaun Boyce interviews Frank Solana, a professional pickleball player and entrepreneur. Frank shares his journey from tennis to pickleball, his experiences in competitive play, and the launch of his paddle brand, Luna. He discusses the evolution of pickleball, the design of his paddles, and the unique training camps he offers. Frank also reflects on the transition for tennis players to pickleball and his vision for the sport's future on a global scale.

    Takeaways

    Frank Solana transitioned from tennis to pickleball seven years ago.

    He won the US Open in 2022, marking his entry into professional pickleball.

    Frank started his own paddle company, Luna, and has been successful in building a community around it.

    The new paddle, Eclipse, is designed to be more powerful and competitive.

    Frank's camps are intense, focusing on both offensive and defensive strategies in pickleball.

    He emphasizes the importance of learning a soft game for success in pickleball.

    Frank believes that pickleball needs more international recognition and stars.

    He aims to unite the sport globally, similar to tennis.

    The demand for pickleball paddles is increasing, leading to new certification systems.

    Frank encourages tennis players to embrace the challenges of transitioning to pickleball.

    Keywords

    Frank Solana, Pickleball, Luna, Paddle Design, Pickleball Camps, Tennis Transition, Sports Innovation, Pickleball Community, Professional Pickleball, International Pickleball Tour

    Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/HAcit91-OaM

    King of Tennis Answer: https://youtu.be/sbpKT83DGp8

    Contact Our Hosts
    • Shaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/
    • Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermere
    • Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/
    • GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/

    Buy the all new ECLIPSE

    https://letsgotennis.com/product/luna-eclipse-pickleball-paddle/

    Check out Luna Pickleball Camps

    https://lunapickleballcamps.com/

    Follow Frank on IG

    https://www.instagram.com/franksolana

    Join Our Community

    Check out the GoTennis! Atlanta Facebook page for deals, updates, events, podcasts, news, stories, coach profiles, club information, and more.

    Support the Show
    • Donate Directly: https://gotennispodcast.captivate.fm/support
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    27 mins
  • Monday Motivation: How to Be a Great Teammate

    Monday Motivation: How to Be a Great Teammate
    Oct 13 2025
    Season 25 Episode #101 Frank Solana and Shaun J BoyceHello racket sports world! Today in this short episode we’ve invited Frank Solana. Today Frank is reminding you to find teammates you can trust!About the GuestFrank Solana: Pickleball Entrepreneur, Athlete, & Coach🏓 | Professional Pickleball Player📚 | FS Pickleball Academy @fredericagolf🌙 | CEO: Luna Pickleball @thelunapickleball🛩️ | Luna PickleballCamps https://lunapickleballcamps.com🏓| Follow for tips and life of professional player Frank Solana Purchase Franks Luna Paddle HERE and get exclusive FREE SHIPPINGFrank Solana's Monday MotivationTune in every Monday for Frank's Motivational shorts.Be Our Next GuestLike Frank, you can also share your actionable insights. If you are a racket sports coach, club manager, technology expert, industry insider, athlete, or just a tennis enthusiast who has some interesting tennis stories to share, we’re welcoming you! Maybe you have actionable tennis tips for beginners or pickleball tips for advanced players. You could be on one of the best tennis podcasts online. It's possible you have tennis news, pickleball news, or want to share a tennis product or pickleball paddle with our audience. You can visit https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/ and complete the podcast guest form. More about Frank: https://franksolana.com/Shaun Boyce USPTA: shaun@tennisforchildren.comhttps://tennisforchildren.com/ Bobby Schindler USPTA: schindlerb@comcast.nethttps://windermerecommunity.net/ Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.comhttps://regeovinate.com/ This podcast is powered by Signature Tennis. Also, you can support this show (and save some $) by shopping at https://letsgotennis.com/shop/https://letsgotennis.com/ https://letsgotennis.com/join/https://shop.letsgotennis.com/https://letsgotennis.com/gotennis-podcast/Do you want to read about some good things going on in the world of tennis?
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    2 mins
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