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The First Serve is your HOME OF TENNIS. Featuring an all year round dedicated weekly two hour 'live' tennis program, the only one of its kind on commercial radio in Australia that is also podcast right here, supported by themed podcasts, a strong online/social media presence and print content via our website - Check out our home at www.thefirstserve.com.au. Heading up The First Serve coverage is l... more

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Welcome to Episode 2 of Season 2 of Beyond the Tramlines, hosted by Josh Heriot, which explores the stories and journeys of people achieving great things in the world of tennis.

Feature guest for this second episode of 2026 is Aussie Marc Sophoulis ... more

Frances Soyer, Tournament Director of the annual Australian Teams Championships on the Gold Coast joined The First Serve Live to wrap up the 11's and 13's event and looking ahead to the 15's this week.

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Nick Scott from 135 Tennis Intelligence joined The First Serve Live in our monthly data chat around the topic ' The validity of the term forced error' and why it is vital to use forced and unforced when developing players.

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It was another big weekend of Tennis Victoria State Grade action. Special guest on The First Serve Live was the captain of the women's team at Royal South Yarra - Neyara Weerawansa to talk through their win over MCC Glen Iris Valley, also sharing her... more

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Recent Guests

Morgan Young
ITF Masters competitor, sponsor of Cremonini Clay, former college tennis player
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Episode: The First Serve - The Masters Zone S02 E04
Neil from Port Melbourne
Tennis enthusiast/personal contributor discussed in segment
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Episode: The First Serve - The State of Play - 22.06.26
Paul Kilderry
Director of Professional Tennis at Tennis Australia
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Episode: The First Serve - The State of Play - 22.06.26
Destiny Aeva
Female player on the UTR circuit
Episode: The First Serve - UTR PTT Sydney Wrap - 22.06.26
Evan Vasiliadis
Tennis player for MCC Glen Iris in Tennis Victoria State Grades
MCC Glen Iris
Episode: The First Serve - Full Show - 22-06-2026
Wayne Goldsmith
Founder of More Gold Performance Consulting; author of The Talent Myth; Sports Thoughts podcast contributor
More Gold Performance Consulting
Episode: The First Serve - The Junior Journey - S03 E05
Ryan Bougie
King of paddle vibes, guest on Padel Pow Wow
Padel Pow Wow / The First Serve
Episode: The First Serve - Ryan Bougie Padel Vibes - 15.6.26
Breanna Cerasa
Tennis player, Essendon Tennis Club
Essendon Tennis Club
Episode: The First Serve - TV State Grade R6 - (Breanna Cerasa) - 15.06.26
Andy Dellavedova
Brother of Matthew Dellavedova, part of the Dellavedova tennis family
Dellavedova Tennis Academy
Episode: The First Serve - Andy Dellavedova - 15.06.26

Host

Brett Phillips
Lead tennis commentator and host; central figure in coverage and programming.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Informative

    Really enjoying The Junior Journey episodes so far, great information for parents of young tennis players. Looking forward to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melanie Ryan
    Australiaa year ago
  • Love it

    I only get to listen on podcast these days and love it. Keep up the great coverage.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scadoodle567
    Australia3 years ago
  • David

    I love this podcast , I listen every week , keep up the great work BP

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    millotty
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great show

    The only place to get regular Australian tennis news. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melbourne64
    Australia4 years ago
  • Garbage

    Garbage

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    charlton soccer
    Australia5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Occasional pronunciation issues noted by listeners but generally high-quality analysis.
Positive sentiment around live updates and guest expertise.
Strong practical takeaways for parents and players.
Insightful coverage of Australian tennis development and governance.

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#92
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#79
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#130
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#13
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Apple Podcasts
#92
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#158
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Talking Points

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The First Serve - The Masters Zone S02 E04
Q: Am I assuming that you went to the US and played college tennis there?
Yes, Morgan confirms he went to the US for college tennis, explaining how he started with a US college and later moved into real estate before transitioning back into tennis through coaching and competition.
The First Serve - The Masters Zone S02 E04
Q: Are you looking forward to it? And tell us a bit about your previous World Championship team experience.
Morgan confirms anticipation for the Rome trip with the Australian team, discusses the mix of teammates, and shares memories from past World Championships, including travel and camaraderie as essential parts of the experience.
The First Serve - The Junior Journey - S03 E05
Q: What is the core problem Wayne sees in junior tennis development?
The core problem is an obsessive focus on early physical development and the assumption that every kid should or could be on a fast-track to elite status, which undermines long-term love of the sport and holistic development; we need to value relationships, enjoyment, and psychosocial growth.
The First Serve - The State of Play - 22.06.26
Q: What is the current state of the performance pathway in Australian tennis?
The pathway is seen as overly system-centered, prioritizing early performance and rankings, with a push to reorient toward athlete-centered development, lifelong learning, and long-term potential.
The First Serve - Andy Dellavedova - 15.06.26
Q: So Andy, if we were to break down his game, what areas could take him a little bit higher?
Andy emphasizes Matt's combination of work rate and smart tennis, noting his accuracy on serves and forehands, and suggests that adding more raw speed on the serve could help him win more points and close the gap to the very top players.

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What is The First Serve about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show consistently covers pathways into pro tennis, development systems, and behind-the-scenes governance and leadership in the sport. Conversations frequently center on junior-to-college-to-pro progress, domestic pathways like the UTR Pro Tour and state-grade circuits, and how data, technology, and leadership decisions shape opportunities for players, coaches, and families. A standout trait is the mix of practical, on-the-ground insight from players, agents, tournament directors, and journalists with thoughtful critique of development pipelines, funding, and governance—delivering actionable guidance for listeners considering sponsorship, media outreach, or guest appearances. The show's unique angle often lies in ... more

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1. Morgan Young
2. Neil from Port Melbourne
3. Paul Kilderry
4. Destiny Aeva
5. Evan Vasiliadis
6. Wayne Goldsmith
7. Ryan Bougie
8. Breanna Cerasa

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