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Second Serve Tennis

Second Serve with Carolyn Roach & Erin Conigliaro

Second Serve Podcast is the only tennis podcast created exclusively for adult recreational players by everyday tennis players. We are passionate about the game and our episodes are geared towards adults playing a sport in the later years of life (hence, the name “Second Serve”). This podcast discusses everything related to rec tennis. Topics include the following: advice for beginners; funny and crazy situations that happen on the court; the rules of adult tennis; and how it feels being an adult and

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All Episodes

14:35

Doubles Signals That Win Points

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2026/10/03

We are back with McKenzie and Rachel to discuss receiving strategy and more! The secret to doubles success isn't just technical skill—it's communication. Discover how signals, strategy, and knowing when to poach can transform your game. Sometimes the non-hitting partner is the most impactful player on court! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondservepodcast.com Instagram: secondservepodcast Facebook: secon...

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15:32

Winning Doubles with Signals & Staying Positive

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/09/26

"Two out of three things right." Listen to how McKenzie (NTRP 3.5) and Rachel (NTRP 4.0) use signals and positivity to win matches and enjoy the game. Their strategy secrets may help transform your tennis game! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondservepodcast.com Instagram: secondservepodcast Facebook: secondservepodcast Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with...

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13:58

To Grunt Or Not To Grunt - That Is The Question!

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/09/19

Grunting in tennis is one of those topics that sounds trivial until you’re on the return side of a long, lingering noise that hangs in the air while the ball is still traveling toward you. That’s when “just ignore it” stops being useful advice and turns into a real question about focus, fairness, and the unwritten culture of a sport that often expects near silence. In this conversation, we dig into why some grunts barely register while others feel disruptive, how singles can amplify the annoy...

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8:16

Cut Unforced Errors And Win More Matches

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/09/12

Can cutting down on unforced errors really transform your tennis game? Discover the strategies and mental tactics used by the pros, as Bill Oakes enlightens us on how even a slight shift in focus can elevate your recreational play. Bill is a sports marketing, sponsorship, communications and event production professional. He has worked at Wake Forest University, the Winston-Salem Open, the USTA Southern Section and numerous sports marketing firms over the last thirty plus years. ...

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11:06

What Adult Rec Players Can Learn From The Pros

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/09/05

What can adult recreational players learn from the pros? Join us for a compelling conversation with Bill Oakes, a veteran in sports marketing with over three decades of experience. Discover how concentrating on minimizing unforced errors and focusing on strategy rather than hitting winners can revolutionize your performance, whether you're a 2.5 or 3.5 USTA player. We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondser...

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14:44

Rec Tennis Tryouts - Getting Cut!

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/08/29

Have you ever tried out for an adult rec tennis team? Did you know it was a tryout? Have you ever been cut from a team after a tryout? In this episode we discuss trying out for teams and how ridiculous it is. If you aren't sure whether it is a tryout or not Erin has a question you could ask (other than is this a tryout) =) We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondservepodcast.com Instagram: secondservepodcast Faceb...

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14:48

Transform Your Net Play - Don't Wait For An...

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/08/22

Are you ready to transform your net play in doubles tennis? Join us for an insightful conversation with Karen Rembert, a veteran teaching professional with over three decades of coaching experience. Karen shares her wisdom on the crucial role of self-talk and confidence in becoming a dominant net player. Karen was a National USTA Finalist in 45 Doubles, a two-time NC State 25 Doubles Champion, and ranked #11 nationally in NAIA Doubles. If you would like to learn more about her camp please ...

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13:07

Tiebreak Mental Tips and Best Advice for Levels 2.5-4.0

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/08/15

Can mastering your mental game truly transform your tennis performance? Karen Rembert thinks so, and she's back for part two of our tiebreakers series to show you how. Get ready for an episode packed with actionable tips from Karen on how to stay mentally sharp during those high-pressure moments. Learn the art of self-talk, and discover how to maintain your composure. In addition, Karen gives a few pieces of advice for levels 2.5 to 4.0! Karen was a National USTA Finalist in 45 Doubles, a tw...

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9:08

Foot Faults, Lets, And The Moments That Start Fights

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/08/08

Can you call a foot fault in adult recreational tennis? When do you call a let versus claim the point? We are thrilled to have Rebel Good join us! Rebel has been officiating tennis for over 30 years and has officiated US Opens, Olympics, Davis Cup and Fed Cup events. He writes the Court of Appeals Column for Tennis Magazine and the Stump The Ump section for Western Wake Tennis Association. Click on Stump The Ump to read a few interesting situations! We are replaying ...

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10:31

Weird Points In Tennis

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/08/01

What is the most popular question that people ask about adult recreational tennis? It may surprise you! We are thrilled to have Rebel Good join us! Rebel has been officiating tennis for over 30 years and has officiated US Opens, Olympics, Davis Cup and Fed Cup events. He writes the Court of Appeals Column for Tennis Magazine and the Stump The Ump section for Western Wake Tennis Association. Click on Stump The Ump to read a few interesting situations! We are replaying...

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12:04

Stump The Ump For Rec Tennis

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/07/25

Have you ever been on the court and thought "what is the rule in this situation"? We are thrilled to have Rebel Good join us! Rebel has been officiating tennis for over 30 years and has officiated US Opens, Olympics, Davis Cup and Fed Cup events. He writes the Court of Appeals Column for Tennis Magazine and the Stump The Ump section for Western Wake Tennis Association. Click on Stump The Ump to read a few interesting situations! We are replaying a few of our most pop...

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18:27

Court Conditions - Rejecting the Court

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/07/18

Tennis court conditions can quietly shape every rally, and league players often don’t know the rules until something weird happens. We talk through real USTA league scenarios where a flapping windscreen, a slippery patch, or poor visibility turns into an argument about fairness. The big theme is simple: safety comes first, but you also have to protect the integrity of the score by handling problems early, clearly, and in good faith so nobody feels blindsided after the match is over. We would ...

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14:21

10 Rules for Rec Players

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/07/11

Have you ever been on the court and didn't know the rule? We have 10 rules we wished we would have known when we started playing USTA matches. We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! In this episode we go through situations that happened on the tennis court to us where no one knew what to do or we were surprised by the rule. You can Download Our Rules Card and please reach out if you have other rules we should include in the future! We would great...

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14:59

7 Tips to Win More Matches from a National Champion...

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/07/04

This is part 2 of our episode Kenny, who is the 4.0 18 plus singles National Champion! Most tennis players look for a magic swing tip, but the real edge often comes from preparation, emotional control, and what you do between points. Carolyn and Erin sit down with Kenny, a 4.0 18+ singles national champion, to get specific about how he scouts opponents and builds a plan before the first ball. He shares how he uses UTR (Universal Tennis Rating), friendly intel from other players, and mat...

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15:05

7 Tips to Win More Matches from a National Champion

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/06/27

He Won A National Singles Title AND A Cheese-Rolling Championship. Kenny breaks down how goal setting, routines, and pressure practice translate into more wins. If you would like to watch Kenny winning the cheese rolling competition please click below: Kenny winning the Cheese Rolling Competition Sports Illustrated Article about Kenny We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts!...

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8:49

Stop Racing To Lose

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/06/20

A 0-6 first set can make you want to disappear, speed up, and get it over with. We’ve all been there, and that urge is exactly what keeps the other team rolling. Carolyn and Erin sit down with Kana to talk about how to recover mentally and tactically after getting rocked early, using a few simple resets that actually work under pressure. We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondservepodcast.com Instagram: seco...

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19:48

Pro Tour Tennis in North Carolina

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/06/13

Come check out the Cary Tennis Classic on June 28-July 5, 2026! To receive updates about the Cary Tennis Classic please sign up for the newsletter: Cary Tennis Classic Newsletter We were thrilled to talk with the Co-Tournament Director Ted Reese. Ted is the current President of the Southern Board of Directors, past President of the NC Tennis Association and the NC Tennis Foundation, and the Past Chair of Wells Fargo Advisory Board in NC. He was the President of the Triangle Tennis Services a...

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16:25

What To Do After A Bagel Set

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/06/06

A 6-0 set can mess with your head no matter which side of it you’re on. If you just steamrolled a set, you start thinking, “This can’t last,” and you tighten up trying to protect the lead. If you just got bageled, you can feel stuck with zero clues and zero confidence. We talk through both moments and the exact doubles decisions that may help you stop the swing before it turns into a third-set coin flip. We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please conta...

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11:48

Tiebreak Strategy

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/05/30

Ever wondered how to master those nerve-wracking tiebreakers in tennis? Join us as we welcome Karen Rembert, a teaching pro with over 30 years of coaching experience. Karen was a National USTA Finalist in 45 Doubles, a two-time NC State 25 Doubles Champion, and ranked #11 nationally in NAIA Doubles. Karen is a USTA High-Performance Coach, USPTA Elite Professional, and a USPTA Certified Pickleball Professional. Whether you're just picking up a racket or you're a seasoned competitor, this epis...

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17:35

3.5 to 5.0 in 3 Years - Winning Singles Strategy

Second Serve Tennis ·

2026/05/23

Gin reveals her singles strategy that helped her climb from 3.5 to 5.0 in three years with an impressive 72-4 USTA singles record! Let us know if Gin's strategy works for you or if you have ever had a golden set or golden match! We would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Please contact us - Website: secondservepodcast.com Instagram: secondservepodcast Facebook: secondservepodcast Use our referral link to get a FREE Swin...

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