The most “important” player of all time? Here’s why that might just be the case.

And…good on ya, Taylor Fritz. Way to go, Coco!

American tennis is all the better for your solid end of season performances.

Now that Elena Rybakina has teamed up with Goran, Mats answers the question, will this work, AND what about tennis’s new “coaching from the stands” allowance? Is this really a good thing for the players?

Also, Jonny talks about several players that quietly exceeded expectations in 2024. Although maybe in some cases not as quietly as others!

It is the cup that seems to have runneth over! The Laver Cup has taken tennis by storm. All those players, plus Borg, Mac, Roger, and the Rocket, it’s a veritable tennis museum come to life!

Plus, while we’re at it, let’s not just gloss over the Davis Cup. The finals will be upon us soon. Rafa’s last stand? We shall see.

Tennis Talk-Radio & Podcasts with the Pros!!

Welcome to KickServeRadio.com!  We are very proud to be a part of the TENNIS CHANNEL PODCAST NETWORK. Our team is here to bring you entertaining and informative segments on the glory days of tennis, as well as current day, hot topics.  We are so proud to feature former World #1, Mats Wilander, as he remains one of the most respected people in our sport. We also are joined by Former Texas Longhorn All-American, Jonny Levine who is a very highly thought-of tennis great, and together, our team truly enjoys conversing with many of the greats in the history of our sport.  We hope that you’ll join us regularly, and your feedback is definitely encouraged!

Show Hosts:  Andy Zodin,  Mats Wilander,   Jonny Levine             

Producer:   Jeremy Brieske      

After a more than solid 17 years on tour, Michael Russell is moving on to the next phase of his career, which keeps him very relevant in American tennis.

Michael Russell

He’s played some of the world’s best (Rafa, Roddick, Guga) at some of the most revered venues (Ashe Stadium, Centre Court Wimbledon, Phillipe Chatrier) and made American tennis fans proud along the way.  Brad Gilbert calls him the “Jack Russell Terrier” and today he joins AZ on KickServe, for a look back….and ahead.

USTA Player Development Director, Martin Blackman joins AZ for an exclusive preview of American tennis in 2016 & beyond!!!

Martin Blackman, USTA

Newly minted USTA PLAYER DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR, Martin Blackman has high hopes for American tennis in 2016, and why shouldn’t he?  A crop of talented young players seem to be at stardom’s doorstep, and he’s got lots of resources to help with the process.  Can this former Stanford standout bring American tennis back to glory? Today, AZ asks him about what the new USTA Player Development process will look like, and what American tennis fans have to look forward to.

Fritz Garger joins AZ to talk about this year’s HALL OF FAME CLASS, and we pay tribute to the late, great Art Thomson.

Colorado Tennis Hall of Fame Logo

USTA Colorado’s Executive Director, Fritz Garger gives everyone the low-down on this year’s HALL OF FAME INDUCTION GALA, and ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY, taking place at the MARRIOTT TECH CENTER, Friday night, January 22nd.

To attend the GALA, purchase tickets here, by January 18.

AZ welcomes the one and only CHRIS EVERT, for a KSR Red Carpet appearance!!

Chris Evert

She’s one of the all-time greats in our sport, and what a holiday treat to finally catch up with Chris Evert.  Today, Chris talks about some of the good old days, and how some of her most cherished relationships have affected her tennis, and her life over-all.  Don’t think we left out asking about TRAIN-WRECK!! Oh yes we did.  😉

AZ connects with Gimel for a holiday chat…

Justin Gimelstob

Always great to catch up with Tennis Channel’s ever-animated, Justin Gimelstob. Justin respond’s to Johnny Mac’s suggestion of ridding tennis of umpires, as well as Roger Federer’s decision to split from Edberg, and bring on Ivan (Ljubicic, that is).  Plus….with one year under their belt together, what’s next for Justin and Big John Isner in year 2??