The Changeover Podcast

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In this episode of The Changeover Podcast, we sit down with legendary ATP racket technician Dieter Calle, one of the most respected racket customizers in professional tennis.
Dieter shares what actually matters when it comes to racket customization—and what most players get completely wrong. We dive into ATP racket specs, grip shapes, lead tape placement, swing weight, string tension, string colors, why pros constantly replace their rackets, and whether customization is actually overrated.
If you've ever wondered how the world's best players really set up their rackets, this episode is packed with insights you've probably never heard before.
Topics include:
Why Jannik Sinner strings at such high tensions
The truth about grip shapes and performance
Polarized vs side-weighted racket setups
How pros customize rackets throughout the season
The biggest myths about racket customization
Why shiny and matte rackets sound different
String colors, tensions, and snapback explained
How often you should restring your racket
Why Dieter believes racket customization is often overrated

The University of Virginia has become one of the premier programs in college tennis, and much of that success starts with Head Coach Andres Pedroso.
In this episode, Coach Pedroso takes us inside what it takes to build a championship culture—from recruiting the right players and developing talent to managing expectations and creating a team-first environment. He also shares lessons on leadership, communication, and why culture often matters more than talent alone.
Along the way, we dive into:
How Virginia evaluates recruits beyond rankings
Building a winning team culture
Developing players on and off the court
Managing pressure and expectations in college tennis
The realities of college recruiting
Funny stories and memorable moments from coaching
Whether you're a junior player, parent, coach, or college tennis fan, this episode offers valuable insights into one of the most successful programs in NCAA tennis.

🎾 Welcome to The Changeover Podcast 🎾Ever wondered what life is really like as a professional tennis player? On The Changeover, hosts Jody Maginley and Justin Roberts take you behind the scenes of the tour—sharing insights on training, weekly progress, the grind of climbing the rankings, and conversations with players living it every day.💬 Drop your questions in the comments and follow us on social media to stay connected with the podcast and the journey!👉 Listen & SubscribePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheChangeoverInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/changeoverpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@changeoverpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/changeoverpcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/changeoverpcast🎧 Listen on your favorite platform:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@changeoverpodcast?sub_confirmation=1Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z3w24mRuRiw25CZzVO0xI?si=42977eec431d4900Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-changeover/id1680987347👕 Merch: https://031055-2.myshopify.com/💡 Support the show via Venmo: https://venmo.com/code?user_id=4137501052634994198&created=1723997177.237289&printed=1🎶 Intro audio by DJ Quest

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This week on The Changeover, we answer your questions from Instagram and cover everything from Jody's unforgettable 20–18 tiebreak at the Cary Challenger to the heat delays affecting the ATP Tour.We also discuss why we decided to scrap our original ATP doubles episode, react to the Felix Auger-Aliassime vs Alejandro Davidovich Fokina medical timeout controversy at Wimbledon, and talk all things tennis, life on tour, and more.Who do you think was right: Felix or Fokina? Let us know in the comments.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share! 🎾🎾 Welcome to The Changeover Podcast 🎾Ever wondered what life is really like as a professional tennis player? On The Changeover, hosts Jody Maginley and Justin Roberts take you behind the scenes of the tour—sharing insights on training, weekly progress, the grind of climbing the rankings, and conversations with players living it every day.💬 Drop your questions in the comments and follow us on social media to stay connected with the podcast and the journey!👉 Listen & SubscribePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheChangeoverInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/changeoverpodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@changeoverpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/changeoverpcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/changeoverpcast🎧 Listen on your favorite platform:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@changeoverpodcast?sub_confirmation=1Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Z3w24mRuRiw25CZzVO0xI?si=42977eec431d4900Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-changeover/id1680987347👕 Merch: https://031055-2.myshopify.com/💡 Support the show via Venmo: https://venmo.com/code?user_id=4137501052634994198&created=1723997177.237289&printed=1🎶 Intro audio by DJ Quest