Born to Win: The Authorized Biography of Althea Gibson
Born to Win: The Authorized Biography of Althea Gibson by Frances Clayton Gray and Yanick Rice Lamb reads differently from the other Gibson biographies I haveRead More
Althea Gibson Books: 4 Essential Reads on a Tennis Legend
There are certain figures in tennis history whose names mark a before-and-after. Althea Gibson is one of them. Before Gibson, the highest levels of AmericanRead More
Revisiting Whirlwind: The Godfather of Black Tennis
When I first reviewed Whirlwind: The Godfather of Black Tennis in early 2022, my focus was squarely on the historical importance of Dr. Robert Walter Johnson and the extraordinaryRead More
A People’s History of Tennis
A People’s History of Tennis by David Berry is a reminder that the history of the sport looks very different depending on where you choose toRead More
My Game by Lew Hoad
Lew Hoad was one of the most iconic players of the pre-Open Era, widely regarded by his peers as a player of unmatched natural ability. ARead More
Tennis Books Coming in 2026
Every January, I take some time to sketch out a tentative reading map for the year ahead. It is a small ritual that helps meRead More
The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of The Learning Organization
Last Thursday, when I introduced the 2026 Tennis Glow-Up project, I mentioned my recent tradition of creating an annual recurring series of posts inspired byRead More
I’ll Take the Sunny Side
At its core, I’ll Take the Sunny Side is a book about storytelling, the importance of social connection, and the search for purpose later in life. TennisRead More
Chasing Points: A Season on the Pro Tennis Circuit
I had fairly low expectations when I decided to dive into Chasing Points: A Season on the Pro Tennis Circuit this week. I chose the book largelyRead More
Champion Mindset: Coach Yourself to Win at Life
Right off the top, I need to admit that I am not a big Patrick Mouratoglou fan. I have always thought of him as moreRead More