Court Report

In this episode of the Court Report from July 24, 2026, Coach Chris, Alex, and Dr. Sam celebrated a vibrant week in the OnCourtAI community, with 141 videos uploaded by 52 players and 59 new members joining. The discussion highlighted the serve as the most practiced stroke, with an average score of 61.9, while the forehand lagged behind at 53.4, indicating a need for improvement. Dr. Sam emphasized the mental aspects of serving, noting that confidence can enhance performance. The Drill of the Day focused on the 'Racket Drop and Contact Point Drill', aimed at refining serve mechanics for greater power and precision.

In the July 16, 2026 episode of Court Report, Coach Chris, former WTA pro Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam delve into the often-overlooked backhand stroke, highlighting its potential to elevate players' games. With 132 videos uploaded, only 6 focused on backhands, revealing a confidence gap as indicated by an average score of 59.7. Dr. Sam emphasizes the mental resilience needed for backhands, suggesting players create routines to build confidence. The Drill of the Day, the Follow-Through Technique Drill, encourages players to focus on completing their swings, enhancing power and consistency. The hosts urge the community to embrace their weaknesses and practice diligently for improvement.

In the Court Report episode from July 9, 2026, Coach Chris, former WTA pro Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam dive into the week’s focus on serve performance within the OnCourtAI community. With an average serve score of 62.4, the hosts emphasize the importance of confidence and technique in serving, highlighting standout performances from players like Viju, who scored an impressive 87, and Jim, who excelled in toss height. Dr. Sam shares psychological insights on the mental aspects of serving, while the Drill of the Day focuses on perfecting toss height and knee bend, essential for building a powerful serve.

In this lively episode of Court Report, dated July 2, 2026, Coach Chris, former WTA pro Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam celebrate the growth of the OnCourtAI community, noting 132 videos uploaded by 50 players. They analyze stroke performance metrics, highlighting a need for improvement in forehands, which averaged a score of 52. Standout performances include Mahala's impressive serve and Ziming's powerful forehand technique. Dr. Sam emphasizes the importance of confidence in addressing technique issues. The episode wraps with a practical 'Forehand Drills for Beginners' segment, focusing on essential mechanics to build consistency and confidence on the court.

In the Court Report episode dated June 25, 2026, Coach Chris, former WTA player Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam dive into improving volley and net game skills. The community has shown enthusiasm with 90 videos uploaded, highlighting players like Warren, who scored an impressive 82 on their serve, and Nat, who showcased excellent body mechanics with a powerful forehand. Dr. Sam emphasizes the mental aspects of approaching the net confidently, while the drill of the day focuses on practicing volleys with a partner, promoting effective technique and boosting players' confidence.

In the Court Report episode dated June 18, 2026, Coach Chris, former WTA star Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam explore the essential theme of backhands, a crucial stroke often overlooked by players. With 153 videos uploaded from 54 community members, the average backhand score was 60, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement. Dr. Sam emphasizes the psychological barriers players face and offers insights on building confidence through visualization techniques. The episode features the 'Hip and Shoulder Height Drill' to refine backhand mechanics, encouraging players to practice consistently and embrace their journey of improvement.

In the June 11, 2026 episode of the Court Report, Coach Chris, Alex, and Dr. Sam share insights from the Ilkley Open, emphasizing the serve's crucial role in tennis. With 36 out of 83 community videos focused on serves, they highlight the average score of 59.8 and commend standout players like Andrew, who scored 71. Dr. Sam discusses the mental pressures of serving and stresses the importance of confidence, while the team emphasizes proper technique, particularly in the trophy position. The Drill of the Day, the Racket Drop Exercise, aims to enhance serve power and mechanics, encouraging players to visualize success and build muscle memory.

In this engaging episode of the Court Report from June 4, 2026, Coach Chris, former WTA pro Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam delve into match preparation strategies for players of all levels. They highlight key player statistics, noting Jony's impressive volley score of 74 and Daria's solid forehand x-factor of 54 cm, emphasizing the importance of well-rounded skills. The Drill of the Day, "3 Crosscourt Then Attack," encourages patience and strategic point construction. Dr. Sam discusses the mental resilience needed to balance strengths and weaknesses, reminding the community that consistent practice and a positive mindset are essential for elevating performance on the court.

In this engaging episode of the Court Report, dated May 27, 2026, Coach Chris, former WTA professional Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam explore valuable insights from the OnCourtAI community, highlighting 72 player-uploaded videos and welcoming 45 new members. They discuss crucial stats revealing an average forehand score of 46.8 versus a backhand score of 60.9, emphasizing the need for balanced stroke development. The Drill of the Day, 'Targeted Forehand Practice,' aims to enhance control and power while addressing common pitfalls. Dr. Sam provides psychological insights on building confidence, encouraging players to trust their mechanics and celebrate small victories on their journey to improvement.

In this episode of the Court Report, dated May 20, 2026, Coach Chris, former WTA pro Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam share exciting insights from the OnCourtAI community, which saw 46 videos from 26 players this week. They discuss the predominant focus on serves, with an average technique score of 59, while highlighting the need for improvement in forehands, averaging only 46.3. Key player stats include TenisFrik's impressive 71 on their serve and Katherine's remarkable x-factor of 70 cm. The Drill of the Day emphasizes the importance of knee bend for powerful serves, encouraging players to visualize their mechanics for better execution. Dr. Sam reinforces the mental strategies needed to build confidence and consistency during practice.

In this May 13, 2026 episode of Court Report, Coach Chris, former WTA player Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam delve into match preparation strategies for players of all levels. They highlight key insights from 32 uploaded videos, revealing that average serve scores were just over 58 and forehand scores were even lower at 49, indicating areas for improvement. Dr. Sam emphasizes the importance of mental preparation, linking confidence to shot execution under pressure. The episode features the 'Serve Plus One Pattern' drill, designed to enhance players' control of the first two shots in a rally, reinforcing the need for intention in every stroke.

In the Court Report episode from May 5, 2026, Coach Chris, former WTA professional Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam explore the crucial forehand stroke, highlighting community insights such as an average forehand score of 47.6 versus 59.3 for backhands. They celebrate standout players like Sudhir, who achieved a remarkable 72 on his serve, and Fahmi, with an impressive x-factor separation of 65 cm. Dr. Sam emphasizes the mental barriers players face with their forehands, encouraging visualization to boost confidence. The episode wraps up with the Low-to-High Swing Path Drill, essential for developing a powerful and consistent forehand.

In the 4 May 2026 episode of the Court Report podcast, Coach Chris, former WTA professional Alex, and sports psychologist Dr. Sam delve into the latest developments within the OnCourtAI community. With an impressive 72 videos uploaded by 31 players and 45 new members joining, the hosts highlight a noticeable trend: players are leaning heavily on their backhands, with an average score of 59 compared to just 46 for forehands. Alex emphasizes the importance of balancing shot development to avoid predictability on the court, while Dr. Sam connects this reliance to players' confidence and mental resilience.