Court Report Podcast – Weekly Tennis AI Insights

Court Report

Weekly tennis coaching insights powered by AI. Real player data from the OnCourtAI community, analysed by three expert hosts.

Coach Chris, Alex & Dr Sam
Expert hosts · new episode every week

Tuesday, 5 May 2026

📖 1,748 words ⏱ ~13 min

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.

The Court Report team

Three expert voices. One goal — helping you play your best tennis.

Coach Chris

Head Coach

A warm and practical ex-club coach with decades of experience helping players of all levels. Chris breaks down technique in plain English and always has a drill ready to get you improving right away.

Alex

Former WTA Professional

A former touring professional who competed on the WTA circuit. Alex brings a competitive edge to the show, drawing on real tour experience to explain what separates club players from the pros.

Dr Sam

Sports Psychologist

A sports psychologist specialising in racquet sports performance. She helps players build the mental game to match their physical training — covering confidence, habit formation, and competition anxiety.

Previous Episodes

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Monday, 4 May 2026

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.