The Prodigy Maker Tennis Show

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 122 What does it really take to reach a 12 UTR for boys or a 10 UTR for girls and become recruitable for elite Division 1 college tennis? In this podcast, I break down the key steps parents and players need to understand to develop high-level junior tennis players capable of competing at the top college level. We discuss the technical, tactical, physical, and developme...

What should parents really look for in a summer tennis camp? In this episode, Chris Lewit shares practical guidance for families trying to make smart summer training decisions. With more than 20 years of coaching experience, Chris explains how parents can evaluate camp quality, identify the difference between recreational and serious training environments, and choose a program that fits a child’s...

Cheating in junior tennis is one of the toughest parts of competition—for players, parents, and coaches. In this video, we break down the biggest myths about cheating in junior tennis and talk about how to handle bad line calls, unfair behavior, and tense match situations with confidence and composure. This is a classic show from our archive! You’ll learn how to respond without losing focus, how t...

🎾 Tennis Kids & Instagram: Healthy or Harmful? More and more junior players are being featured on IG—but is it helping their development or hurting it? Chris breaks down the positives, the pitfalls, and the ethical questions every parent and coach should be thinking about. 👇 Listen now and decide for yourself 0:00 Should You Put Your Tennis Kid on Instagram? 0:59 Is It Healthy? The Big Quest...

Prodigy Maker Show EP 118 A replay of one of our popular shows Building the Modern Forehand Toni Nadal says the forehand is the most important shot in tennis. Chris may not fully agree, but he understands why Toni sees it that way. In this replay of Episode 118, Chris breaks down the secrets of the modern Spanish forehand and explains how he teaches players to build it from the ground up. This was...

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show – Episode 117 In Episode 117 of the Prodigy Maker Tennis Show, Chris dives deep into the philosophy behind Spanish tennis development and how elite Spanish players learn to produce the famous “heavy ball.” Drawing inspiration from the training systems that shaped players like Rafael Nadal and the modern generation of clay-court competitors, Chris explains how spin, veloci...

🎾 EP 116 – Prodigy Maker Tennis Show “Bad Tennis Lesson” – What Makes a Lesson Bad? Classic archive replay featuring Chris’ high-performance perspective In this classic replay episode, Chris breaks down a topic that doesn’t get talked about enough: 👉 What actually makes a tennis lesson bad? From a high-performance coaching lens, it’s not about personality, energy, or even how “fun” the session i...

We apologize for the microphone/sound issues! In this episode of The Prodigy Maker Show Replay from the archive , Chris breaks down the hot-topic debate around moonballers and moonballing in junior tennis — including the recent controversy at the Little Mo Regionals and Nationals . Chris shares what he thinks is fair , what’s not ideal for development , and how parents/coaches can respond without...

Carlos Alcaraz’s Technique Explained 🎾 | Sunday Evening Q&A with Chris Lewit LIVE PMTS 114 In this session, we talk about Carlos Alcaraz’s technique and, more importantly, what players of all levels can learn from it. This isn’t about copying swings — it’s about understanding the principles behind elite movement, spacing, balance, and shot selection. Topics discussed include: • What makes Alc...

🔥 Alcaraz’s Big Win Explained | The Spanish Tennis Method Revealed 🇪🇸🎾 Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 113 Carlos Alcaraz delivers another statement victory — but how does he keep doing it? In this video, a tennis expert breaks down Alcaraz’s big win and goes deep into the Spanish tennis method that has produced champions for decades. From clay-court foundations to modern power tennis, we explain t...

What does real junior tennis talent actually look like? Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 112 In this episode, Chris breaks down junior tennis talent identification—covering how to spot potential early, what tests actually matter, and common mistakes coaches and parents make when evaluating young players. This is one of our most listened-to podcast episodes of the year, brought back from the archive by...

Improve Your Spacing and Topspin Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 111 Sunday, January 11, 2026 In this live Q&A session, Tennis Evolution Head Coach Chris Lewit shared deep insights into spacing on groundstrokes and how players can train themselves to find better contact positions consistently. Chris—who studied literature and religion at Cornell, Harvard, and Columbia and is currently pursuing a...

Rather than accepting the Red–Orange–Green pathway as a one-size-fits-all solution, this episode challenges current assumptions and argues that young talents should have appropriate opportunities to train with yellow balls, alongside scaled equipment, when developmentally ready. 🎾 Key themes in this episode include: • Why the Red, Orange, and Green Ball system can limit long-term potential if app...

🎾 Classic From the Archive | Episode 109: Junior Tennis Tournaments, Pathways & Predicting Potential This is a classic archive episode (Episode 109) where Chris breaks down one of the most confusing—and important—topics in junior tennis: tournaments, development pathways, and how to realistically evaluate future potential. Over the years, Chris has received countless questions from parents an...

The Elastic Forehand of the Modern Game 🎾 Live Coaching Podcast Prodigy Maker Tennis Show — Episode 108 (LIVE) This is a live coaching podcast and tennis show focused on the elastic forehand of the modern game. We break down how today’s players create effortless power through acceleration, lag, and whip, and—most importantly—how to teach and develop these skills in players of all levels. Join us...

Prodigy Maker Show — Episode 107 A classic archive episode exploring why so many players and coaches say “UTR is God.” We break down the Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) system, how the algorithm really works, and why it has reshaped player habits, tournament choices, recruiting, and the global tennis landscape. In this episode: • What the UTR algorithm actually measures • Why players are changing sc...

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 106 Unlock the Elite Serving Strategy used by top players around the world. In this video, we break down the key tactical elements that help both junior athletes and adult competitors build a dominant, reliable serve. You’ll learn: • The essential components of elite serve strategy • Smart serving patterns for match play • How juniors can build a champion foundation ea...

The Top 4 Most Important Strategies in Tennis In this video, I break down the 4 essential strategies every tennis player needs to win more matches—no matter your level. These core principles apply to juniors, adults, tournament players, and anyone who wants to play smarter, not just harder. These are the foundational strategies used by top players to build pressure, control points, and take over m...

Prodigy Maker Tennis Show Ep. 104 There are 3 types of tennis parents — which one are you? Learn what really helps (and hurts) a young player’s journey to becoming a champion. 🎯 Insights from years of junior-player development, coaching psychology, and real-court experience. #tennis #tennisparents #juniortennis #prodigymaker #tenniscoach #mindset 🎾 The Prodigy Maker Tennis Show (PMTS) explores t...

The Western grip is dominating more in modern tennis — but is it really the best option for every player? Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 103 In this video, I break down when the Western grip helps, when it hurts, and whether you should consider changing your forehand grip. You’ll learn: • The pros and cons of Western grips • When a Semi-Western or Eastern grip might be better • How grip choice affec...

Spanish Footwork & Positioning Secrets 🇪🇸 | ENCORE Episode of Our Favorite Tennis Podcast We’re bringing back one of our favorite episodes — an ENCORE on Spanish footwork and positioning secrets! 🇪🇸🎾 Discover how top Spanish players move so efficiently on clay and hard courts, and learn the drills, mindset, and movement patterns that make their game so solid. In this episode, we break down: •...

The BEST Tennis Teaching Method in the World? | Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP. 101 In this episode of Prodigy Maker Tennis Show, we explore Louis Brugueras’ incredible tennis teaching method — a system that’s changing how players learn, move, and think on the court. 🇪🇸🔥 🎯 What you’ll learn: • The key principles behind Brugueras’ unique approach • Why this Spanish training philosophy produces worl...

In Episode 100 of the Prodigy Maker Tennis Show, Chris shares his unfiltered take on the USTA’s bold new “USTA Coaching” initiative, a move that could completely reshape American tennis coaching. Chris breaks down how this centralized system may change everything — from how coaches are certified and educated to how young players are developed across the country. He also dives into one of the sport...

✨ Does My Kid Have Talent? | Talent Code Explained Part 2 in our discussion about talent in tennis. Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP 99 Every parent wonders: Does my child have a hidden talent? And many adults ask the same about themselves. This video breaks down how to identify talent, what the Talent Code is, and why building a broad portfolio of talents matters more than focusing on just one skill...

What is Talent? | Prodigy Maker Tennis Show EP. 98 (PMTS) with Chris Lewit What truly makes a junior player talented? In this episode, Chris Lewit dives deep into the meaning of talent in tennis, sharing insights from years of coaching prodigies, phenoms, and elite athletic kids. Chris reflects on his early work with phenom Vlada Hranchar at ages 6 and 7—now training with legendary coach Rick Macc...