Episode 24 - Bobby Horn

Episode 24 - Bobby Horn

On episode 24 of the podcast, we bring on Bobby Horn.  We discuss Bobby's fitness regimen, his racquetball origins and transition from basketball, and playing racquetball in Stockton.  We also talk about Bobby's favorite stories, the mental aspects of the game, trash talking, and Bobby's favorite players to play. Enjoy episode 24 of The Racquetball Show!

Episode 23 - Alvaro Beltran

On episode 23 of the Racquetball Show, Dylan, Charlie, and Tim speak with Alvaro Beltran.  We ask Alvaro about the coronavirus, his life outside of racquetball, and his origins in junior racquetball.  Then, we dive into the beginning of his professional career and how he was able to find success early on.  Alvaro talks about his toughest competition, specifically the less well know players who he competed with upon entering the pro ranks.  We discuss Alvaro's fame in Mexico.  Finally, Alvaro discusses the Mexican team's decision to exclude Alex Landa, and his opinion on the issue.  Enjoy episode 23 of The Racquetball Show podcast!

Episode 22 - Charlie Pratt and Tim Prigo

Episode 22 of the Racquetball Show features Charlie Pratt and Tim Prigo.  This is a reunion of the group from the very first episode of the show!  We talk about the coronavirus and its effect on racquetball, along with some predictions, and how to train while quarantined.  We then discuss Charlie's experience coaching the US Junior Team, the current state of the sport, racquetball on the internet, favorite racquetball stories, and more.

Episode 21 - Cliff Swain

On episode 21 of the Racquetball Show podcast, we begin with an instructional segment on swing mechanics.  It covers the three keys to a great swing: low, flat, and hard.  It also dives into how you can make those three keys happen.  Then, 6-time #1 IRT player and current coach Cliff Swain joins the podcast.  Cliff discusses competitiveness, mindset, how to hit a great serve, his rivalry with Sudsy, his background in hockey and other sports, who would win between prime Cliff and prime Kane, his brief hiatus from racquetball to play tennis, his favorite racquetball story, and much more.  Enjoy episode 21 of the Racquetball Show podcast!

Episode 20 - Fran Davis

On episode 20 of the Racquetball Show, we open up with an instructional segment about the strategy of racquetball. Then, Fran Davis joins the show and we discuss a variety of topics.  Fran shares what it's like coaching Paola Longoria and Rocky Carson, discusses Paola's fame, and talks about how racquetball lessons are really life lessons.  She talks about her favorite coaching moments and the tools she uses to coach people. Then she shares how she was able to make a living as a racquetball coach and her thoughts on how to grow racquetball and how we should follow the model that golf uses.  Finally, Fran shares her favorite racquetball story. Enjoy episode 20 of the Racquetball Show podcast!