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GoTennis! Podcast

GoTennis! Podcast

By: Shaun Boyce and Bobby Schindler
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Welcome to the GoTennis! Podcast. 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 checkout out The Cool Stuff at letsgotennis.com. 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@americanracketsportsassociation.com Contact Bobby: schindlerb@comcast.netCopyright 2026 Shaun Boyce and Bobby Schindler Politics & Government Tennis
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  • QUADRO TWIST is #1 for spin and #2 overall (behind natural gut) by USRSA
    Apr 22 2026

    Season 26, Episode 13 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby Schindler

    Summary

    In this episode, Ivor Savage shares his journey from South Africa to becoming a prominent figure in the tennis string industry with Y-Tech. He discusses his passion for tennis, the evolution of string technology, and the importance of supporting junior players. Ivor emphasizes the need for better financial support for players outside the top 100 and shares insights on marketing strategies for tennis products. The conversation culminates in Ivor's vision for the future of tennis, advocating for a system that allows more players to thrive financially in the sport.

    Takeaways

    Ivor Savage is a passionate tennis player and coach.

    He moved to the US to pursue his tennis career and coaching.

    Y-Tech was founded to provide high-quality tennis strings.

    The Quadro Twist string offers a unique playing experience.

    String shape affects spin and control in tennis.

    Ivor emphasizes the importance of supporting junior players.

    The tennis industry needs to provide better financial support for players.

    Y-Tech offers personalized sample programs for string testing.

    Ivor believes in making tennis accessible for more players.

    He advocates for a cap on prize money to support lower-ranked players.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Ivor Savage

    03:07 Journey in Tennis and Coaching

    05:43 The Story Behind Y-Tech

    09:05 Understanding String Technology

    11:59 The Importance of String Shape

    14:54 Marketing and Distribution Strategies

    17:38 The Future of Tennis and Player Support

    20:28 Ivor's Vision as King of Tennis

    Keywords

    Ivor Savage, Y-Tech, tennis strings, coaching, tennis technology, player support, tennis industry, stringing, tennis coaching, tennis community

    Full YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/3DmBsxJWZMQ

    Short Clip: https://youtube.com/shorts/rWeDNaCIWhA

    Ivor's King of Tennis Answer: https://youtu.be/bPfQoqrftno

    Learn more about YTEX: https://www.ytexstrings.com

    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/

    Learn more about the Marc Kaplan Media Excellence Award we (the GoTennis! Podcast) won from USTA Georgia: https://letsgotennis.com/captivate-podcast/gotennis-podcast-wins-the-marc-kaplan-media-excellence-award/

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    34 mins
  • Building trust with clients is crucial for long-term relationships
    Apr 8 2026
    Season 26, Episode 12 - Shaun Boyce, Bobby SchindlerSummaryIn this episode, Juan Garcia, the director of brackets at San Deguito Tennis Club, shares his journey from a baseball player to a tennis coach. He discusses the importance of leadership, building trust with clients, and the need for mentorship in the tennis industry. Juan emphasizes the significance of making tennis accessible and enjoyable for newcomers, advocating for a lower barrier of entry to attract more players. He also reflects on his unique background and how it shapes his coaching philosophy, aiming to inspire the next generation of tennis professionals.TakeawaysJuan Garcia transitioned from baseball to tennis coaching.He emphasizes the importance of leadership in tennis.Building trust with clients is crucial for long-term relationships.Juan believes in making tennis accessible to newcomers.He advocates for lowering the barrier of entry in tennis.Mentorship is key to developing future tennis leaders.Juan's military background influences his coaching discipline.He encourages coaches to connect with their clients personally.Juan's motto is to get better every day.He aims to inspire the next generation of tennis professionals. sound bites"Get better every day.""You are a leader.""Let them have fun."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Juan Garcia04:34 Juan's Journey in Tennis and Baseball09:17 The Evolution of Roles in Racket Sports13:58 Unique Background and Military Experience18:53 Building Trust and Relationships in Coaching23:56 Building Trust in Coaching Relationships25:43 Creating a Positive Club Culture28:00 Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders31:53 The Importance of Mentorship in Coaching41:56 Lowering Barriers to Tennis ParticipationFull YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/_lM66ownpMoShort Clip: https://youtube.com/shorts/IoTBpoh6-TcJuan's King of Tennis Answer: https://youtube.com/shorts/bk4f7miclvALearn more about Juan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-garcia-tennis/Download Juan's booksThe Modern Tennis Coach: Leadership Beyond The CourtThe Courts: How Tennis, Pickleball, and Padel Reshaped Sport, Business, and Community KeywordsJuan Garcia, tennis coaching, leadership, mentorship, tennis industry, trust, client relationships, coaching philosophy, tennis culture, sports managementContact Our HostsShaun Boyce, RSPA: shaun@americanracketsportsassociation.com | https://americanracketsportsassociation.com/Bobby Schindler, RSPA: schindlerb@comcast.net | https://letsgotennis.com/windermereGeovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com | https://regeovinate.com/GoTennis Website: https://letsgotennis.com/Learn more about the Marc Kaplan Media Excellence Award we (the GoTennis! Podcast) won from USTA Georgia: https://letsgotennis.com/captivate-podcast/gotennis-podcast-wins-the-marc-kaplan-media-excellence-award/Join Our CommunityCheck out the GoTennis! Atlanta Facebook page for deals, updates, events, podcasts, news, stories, coach profiles, club information, and more.Support the ShowDonate Directly: https://gotennispodcast.captivate.fm/supportCrypto Donations: Get into crypto with https://coinbase.com/join/PEWRLWK?src=referral-linkStart Your Own PodcastConsidering your own podcast? We recommend Captivate: This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free.
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    51 mins
  • Tech Tip: Which Type of String Should You Use?
    Mar 25 2026

    Season #25 Episode#:51 Shaun Boyce & Bobby Schindler

    In today's episode, Matt Sallerson, territory manager for Wilson Sporting Goods helps us understand the to main types of strings for tennis rackets and how you can utilize them to your benefit. Have a listen and let us know what you think.

    Be Our Next Guest

    Like Matt, 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.

    Shaun Boyce USPTA: shaun@tennisforchildren.com

    https://tennisforchildren.com/

    Bobby Schindler USPTA: schindlerb@comcast.net

    https://letsgotennis.com/windermere

    Geovanna Boyce: geovy@regeovinate.com

    https://regeovinate.com/

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