Do you ever have trouble playing people that hit with less pace? Why is it so difficult to play against lower rated players? Francie Barragan is here to give advice for playing combo or across different levels!

We are replaying a few of our most popular episodes and this was one of them!

Francie played college tennis for NC State and was the Assistant Coach for NC State after graduating. She was the Head Coach at Methodist University, the Director of Professional Tennis Management at Methodist University, the Director of Tennis at MacGregor Downs Country Club, and is a PTR & USPTA certified pro. She is currently the USTA Southern Manager of Coach Development and Training and the Tennis Service Representative for North Carolina.

She was inducted into Methodist University Athletics Hall of Fame, the Fayetteville, NC Sports Club Hall of Fame, named PTR Pro of year for NC, and received the USTA NC Lifetime Achievement award.

Tennis is booming and needs more coaches! If you would like to learn to coach you can contact Francie at Barragan@sta.usta.com.

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Welcome to a candid, laughter-filled exploration of tennis partnership dynamics with our guests Rachel and McKenzie, who pull back the curtain on their successful doubles relationship.

Ready to laugh, learn, and maybe pick up a few unconventional tennis tips along the way? Listen now and join the conversation about what makes doubles partnerships work on and off the court.

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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!

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Use our referral link to get a FREE Swing Stick ($100 value) with your first year of SwingVision Pro. The bundles are only $159.99 (previously $179.99). This is a limited time offer that you won't want to miss!

We are excited to team up with Michelle from Tennis Warehouse and her "Talk Tennis" podcast to bring you a "TW Tip of the Week!" Use the code SECONDSERVE to get $20 off clearance apparel when you spend $100 or more.