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The Ball Boys

The Ball Boys
Tennis
Carlos Alcaraz
Australian Open
US Open
Yannick Sinner
Coco Gauff
Roland Garros
WTA
Novak Djokovic
ATP Tour
WTA Tour
Aryna Sabalenka
Wimbledon
ATP
Indian Wells
Naomi Osaka
Iga Swiatek
Davis Cup
Miami Open
Andy Murray

Welcome to The Ball Boys, the podcast for anyone who's gay for tennis. We're hardcore tennis enthusiasts with soft-core senses of humor. From discussing our weekly Lobsbians to playing games like Dad, Daddy, or Dandy, we put the fuzz on the balls. All while tackling the latest upsets, outbursts, insights and downloads in professional tennis.

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Latest Episodes

The Ball Boys are back to wrap up one of the most unexpected, chaotic Grand Slams in years. Matthew Coleman joins Paul to recap the roller coaster that was Roland Garros and talking about the dangers of getting what you wish for. And it’s Pride month... more

Matthew Coleman is back to join Paul for a Roma recap and a preview of Roland Garros. We debate what makes someone worth stanning and argue over being an Ostapenko versus a Sinner. And with all the injured players taking time off, we rank who would m... more

Buckle up for a bull ride through Madrid as Nathan Frizzell joins as guest Ball Boy. We cover all the ins and outs of Caja Magica with some Dark Magica, Magica Touch, and of course the model ball boys and girls. The ATP is red for fifth as Jannik Sin... more

On today’s show Paul is joined by Zach McKenzie from the Houston Tennis Club, OutSmart Magazine and My Gay Houston. We've got an insider’s take on the VIP treatment at the US Clay Championships, and once again worship at the altar that is the Monte C... more

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Recent Guests

Nathan Frizzell
Writer and performer, manager of Out Loud Tennis in Los Angeles
Out Loud Tennis
Episode: Red, for Fifth - with Nathan Frizzell
Zach McKenzie
Publicist and writer for LGBTQ+ institutions; Houston Tennis Club member
Publicist and writer
Episode: Claymates - with Zach McKenzie
Tom Vellner
Author of Thirty Love
Author / Thirty Love
Episode: Happy Endings with Tom Vellner, author of Thirty Love
Charles Conoly
Senior producer of content at the Tennis Channel
Tennis Channel
Episode: Love All
Eric Swartau
A media and design professor, internet sensation as the co-creator of Talk Hole.
Episode: Finals Fantasy
Adam Laroche
Manager of the OutLoud Sports Tennis League and lifelong tennis fanatic.
OutLoud Sports
Episode: Thirty-Gory, the Ball Boys Halloween
Benjamin Kersten
A grad student and tennis fanatic from UCLA.
Episode: Cup Sighs
Brian Bradley
Former college player and tennis coach
Coach BTV
Episode: Heat Strokes and Cold Plays
Colby Grey
Sports journalist, avid tennis player, Belgian expat
outsports.com
Episode: Grass Talk: Agreein' to Dis a Green

Hosts

Paul Munkle
Host of The Ball Boys; long-running presenter with multiple spellings in episode data
Paul Munkholm
Host variation across episodes; same person contributing broadly

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Love this Pod

    Great podcast for Tennis and laughs!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emunk15
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love (see what I didn’t there??)

    If you love tennis, and also love to know what our favorite players have been wearing on the court, in detail, this podcast is for you!! I’d give it 6 stars if I could!! 🎾👏✨⭐️🏳️‍🌈

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaddy742568
    United States2 years ago
  • LOVE-LOVE this podcast🎾❤️

    YOU MUST listen to this podcast - these guys know their tennis and it’s super entertaining- ball’s in your court - sub-scribe!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blaked13
    United States3 years ago
  • Incredible

    Billy and Paul are the bomb diggity! 🔥 Forget Netflix’s Break Point, Ball Boys is your one stop shop

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The_robnasty
    United States3 years ago
  • Cracks me up every time!

    These guys know their tennis and are hysterical!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohninSFO
    United States3 years ago

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Tennis-focused banter with LGBTQ+ flair appeals to fans and newcomers alike
Community feel stands out; guests add depth without losing playful tone
Hosts blend humor, hot takes, and insider vibes; very engaging for tennis junkies

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#46
United States/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#55
Canada/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#91
United Kingdom/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#78
Australia/Sports/Tennis
Apple Podcasts
#68
New Zealand/Sports/Tennis

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Claymaxxxed - with Matthew Coleman
Q: If Roland Garros 2026 was a movie, what movie would it be for you?
He compared it to an M. Night Shyamalan twisty thriller, describing it as a roller coaster ride with a shocking ending.
Happy Endings with Tom Vellner, author of Thirty Love
Q: What inspired you to write a tennis romance?
I fused two lifelong loves—tennis and rom-coms—and created a character who navigates love on tour, aiming for a funny, warm, and hopeful story rather than tragedy.
Love All
Q: What makes you a ball boy? How did you get into tennis?
I grew up in Brackettville, Texas, where the whole town was focused on football, but I found tennis and loved it.
Love All
Q: Why do gay people love tennis?
Tennis is a sport where there's a lot of self-expression; it allows for individuality.
Love All
Q: Who gets you star struck still?
Honestly, I would say Novak Djokovic has an aura about him.

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This show blends enthusiastic tennis analysis with playful banter and sharp pop culture notes, often centered on current tours, personalities, and LGBTQ+ perspectives in the sport. Episodes frequently feature guests with tennis or LGBTQ+ media ties and mix tournament chatter with personality-driven segments, fashion moments, and insider-style takes. Highlights include clay-season lead-ups, big-title recaps, and lively discussions about sponsorships, venues, and fan culture, all delivered with humor and a sense of community. The format likely appeals to fans who want smart tennis talk paired with relatable, community-minded humor and LGBTQ+ representation in sports media.

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The Ball Boys launched 3 years ago and published 65 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Ball Boys include:

1. Nathan Frizzell
2. Zach McKenzie
3. Tom Vellner
4. Charles Conoly
5. Eric Swartau
6. Adam Laroche
7. Benjamin Kersten
8. Brian Bradley

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