Rachel Stuhlmann

08/19/2024

The LEGEND!!! I will never forget meeting Andre Agassi !!!🎾🔥

08/18/2024

🚀 Last stop before the US Open Tennis Championships in NYC: USTA National Campus 🎾📍

Today’s visit to the USTA National Campus brought back memories of my tennis journey, from my early days on the USTA Junior Circuit in USTA Missouri Valley, to traveling the country for nationals, to coaching the Missouri Valley Zonals 16's Team Championship as the youngest invited instructor. These formative experiences helped build my lifelong connection to the sport.

Though the USTA National Campus opened after my playing days, it has profoundly influenced my professional path. My first visit five years ago, collaborating with the Cardio Tennis board was an eye-opener, filled with engaging workshops and valuable networking.

Covering the 2021 NCAA Division I Championships here three years ago was also a highlight. The energy of the matches and the chance to interview and interact with the top collegiate players and coaches was truly unforgettable.

Additionally, since becoming a USPTA certified tennis coach nearly ten years ago, my involvement in the coaching community has kept me deeply connected to the sport, continually learning and studying about the ever evolving game of tennis.

The USTA National Campus, with its nearly 100 tennis courts and facilities for pickleball and padel, is a hub of passion and potential. It’s where the love for the game meets endless opportunities for growth and fun.

As I reflect on my journey with the USTA, I’m grateful for how this campus has been intertwined with my story—from a young player to my career in tennis now. Here’s to celebrating the many memories and milestones this remarkable place represents!🎾❤️

08/15/2024

A year ago, Tennis Social approached me with an innovative idea: a tennis simulator designed to revolutionize the way people experience the sport. Having always been passionate about making tennis more accessible, I was immediately excited by the potential of this innovative idea to reach a broader audience in a fun and interactive way.🎾🚀

Today, we reached a significant milestone—our very first simulator was featured in our first Tennis Social AI commercial shoot! 🎥 The experience was incredibly rewarding, and seeing our technology in action was both exhilarating and inspiring.

The sport of tennis has often lagged behind other sports in terms of technological advancements, but Tennis Social AI is poised to change that narrative. Our gamified and instructional simulator is set to transform how people experience and learn tennis, making it more accessible and appealing to newcomers.

As racquet sports evolve and gain momentum, it's essential for tennis to innovate and draw in new players. I’m excited to be part of this groundbreaking team, and look forward to seeing how our efforts will redefine the future of the sport.

Here’s to breaking new ground and making tennis a game for everyone!🎾🏅✨

08/05/2024

Tennis anyone?🎾❤️

08/03/2024

Hi from the Citi Open!🇺🇸🎾☺️

08/02/2024

Tennis, pickleball, commentary… I love seeing you thrive at literally everything!!!🤍🎾 Genie Bouchard

07/28/2024

Fun fact, in high school I was voted "Most Likely to Win an Olympic Gold Medal."🥇Although I fell FAR short of that expectation, I'm excited to watch the incredible lineup of this year's US Olympic Men's and Women's Tennis Team for Paris 2024, from the comfort of my couch🤣🇺🇸🥇🎾🏆

I just wrote about how special this year's Olympic Women's Tennis Team is: https://medium.com/.stuhlmann/celebrating-unity-and-resilience-the-usas-olympic-women-s-tennis-team-186ccaa6d306

Who else is pumped to watch Team USA?!🇺🇸🎾

07/09/2024

Tennis anyone?🎾🖤

07/02/2024

As the grass court season continues into Wimbledon, I'm reflecting on the incredible journey that has led me to where I am today in the tennis world, particularly in the realm of social media.

When I ended my competitive playing career, I noticed that while sports like football and basketball were rapidly embracing the digital age, tennis seemed to be lagging. This sport, rich in tradition, was missing out on the opportunity to connect with a younger, more tech-savvy audience.

Back in my college days at the University of Missouri social media was just starting to boom. Platforms like Instagram and Twitter became central to how people shared their lives and passions. Recognizing the gap in tennis’s digital presence, I decided to leverage my deep love for the sport and my understanding of these platforms to bring tennis to a wider audience.

I started with simple initiatives like “Tennis Tip Tuesdays,” offering practical advice and sharing tennis-themed photoshoots that added a touch of personality and flair. These posts were more than just content; they were a way to make tennis more vibrant and accessible to everyone.

As I moved into the media side of tennis, I focused on building genuine trust with the players. My aim was to be seen as an ally who celebrated their unique personalities and supported their off-court ventures. This approach culminated in a special moment in 2018, when Serena Williams launched her “S by Serena” clothing line. I proudly wore pieces from her collection to high-profile events, sharing my support on social media. One day, after posting a picture in Serena's dress at the cinch Championships in Queen’s Club, I was amazed to see Serena herself posted my photo to her personal Instagram page. This unexpected recognition from one of the greatest players ever reinforced the power of authentic engagement and support.

This journey has taught me the importance of genuine connections and the transformative power of social media. I have worked hard to grow my platforms into a rich source of tennis knowledge, offering the latest news, coaching tips, and stories from around the sport.

Reflecting on this journey, I see how far we’ve come in making tennis more inclusive and engaging. Social media has breathed new life into the sport, attracting young fans and breaking down barriers. Being recognized as the “World’s Number 1 Tennis Influencer” is a privilege. I’m excited to continue being a part of this evolving landscape, learning and growing each day.

I hope you enjoy reading this story as much as I’ve enjoyed living it!:

Since my competitive playing career ended, I’ve devoted myself to championing a sport in desperate need of a social media renaissance. When…

06/21/2024

Happy Friday friends🥰🎾 Here are a few things I'm currently excited about in the tennis world:

1) Roger Federer’s new "Twelve Final Days" documentary is now on Prime Video. l'll definitely be watching that sometime this weekend!🎥
2)cinch Championships is currently in action. I was lucky enough to work this warm up Wimbledon tournament as a media member in 2018 and it's become a favorite of mine since🤍🌱
3) I'm pumped to check out Uninterupted's "Top Class Tennis" coming out July 13th on Amazon Freevee Prime Video. I moved to a tennis academy in high school for a year so l feel like this will be very relatable and fun to watch🎾
4) I've been writing weekly articles on different tennis topics✍🏻 lt's been so fun to put some opinion pieces out there on different hot topics within the sport I love so much. Check out my website to see my latest, I'll be sharing my newest one soon about an unforgettable social media moment with Serena Williams 👀
5) I've been making some pretty fun tennis news videos on my TikTok😍 It's been so fun to share the news, drama, & heartwarming stories around the game we all love so much. You should follow me on there if you're not already!

Side note, I love how mainstream docs are now being regularly made/streamed about the stories around our sport😍Tennis has never been hotter🔥 Pumped for grass court season!🤍🌱

06/09/2024

Perfect day for some beach PaddleSmash 😍🏓🏖️ Hope everyone’s enjoying their Sunday!🥰

06/07/2024

It’s been an amazing two days at the World Pickleball Conference!🤩🏓

06/06/2024

Hi Vegas!🙋🏻‍♀️❤️ It’s HOT out here!!🥵🥰🎾

06/05/2024

Hi friends!🥰 In my newest article, I share my personal journey within the pickleball community and encourage fellow tennis enthusiasts to approach pickleball with an open mind. Hope you enjoy!🏓

I must admit that I was a little cautious of my approach to the meteoric rise of the pickleball scene. Oftentimes, when a polarizing topic…

06/01/2024

I often think about how truly special it is that tennis is played in beautiful cities worldwide, offering all-encompassing luxury travel opportunities like no other sport.

Heading into the second week of ROLAND-GARROS, I’m reminiscing about my trip to Paris last year as an ambassador for Grand Slam Tennis Tours.

As an ambassador, I had the pleasure of spending time with wonderful clients and attending group dinners featuring surprise guest speakers like Patrick McEnroe. I also helped coach and participate in fun clinics at the prestigious Tennis Club de Paris and enjoyed VIP treatment on-site at the French Open pavilion. Every little detail of the trip was meticulously planned to make the experience special for everyone, and I was thoroughly impressed with the overall experience.

I am always grateful and excited for the incredible opportunities I've had with Grand Slam Tennis Tours!

05/31/2024

Anyone for pickleball?😌

I'm thrilled to be heading to the World Pickleball Convention next week in Vegas!🤩 I can't wait to keep diving deeper into this rapidly growing sport and see all the different innovative pickleball businesses and fellow enthusiasts. I'm super pumped for the workshops, demonstrations, and instructional sessions. I'm also especially looking forward to watching the Expo and the pro & amateur tournaments. It's so fun to witness how much this sport has evolved since its inception!😍

If you're in Vegas, stop by and say hi-I'll be at the Dinker Drinker exhibition on the 6th and 7th!

05/30/2024

Hi friends🥰 Here is my newest article!✍️ As you can tell by my TikToks lately, I’m very inspired by this year’s stylish French Open kits and the ‘tennis core’ fashion trend🔥🎾

Since I was young, I’ve always been super into fashion in tennis. This article shares a bit of my story in the tennis X fashion space😍 Hope you enjoy!

Since I was young, tennis fashion has held a cherished spot in my heart. Growing up, I’d spend hours sketching designs for skirts, tops…

05/27/2024

Playing some pickleball today on this gorgeous Memorial Day weekend!🥰🏓🇺🇸

05/24/2024

Happy Friday friends🥰 Are you hitting the courts this weekend!? I’m definitely going to find some time to work on my game🎾

Also, it’s French Open time💯☄️🧱 Here are some first round matches I'm most excited about🍿:

• Zverev vs. Nadal
• Murray vs. Wawrinka
• Sinner vs. Eubanks
• Jarry vs. Moutet

Who do you think is going to win the French?!🏆 I feel like 15 dif guys could win it this year lol

05/23/2024

Guys I'm back to writing again✍🏻 I'm excited😍 My goal is one article/ opinion piece a week about different topics in tennis & other racquet sports🎾

Here's my first one, a little background on my writing history haha🥰📝

My journey through the world of professional tennis has been anything but traditional. Embracing a spirit of openness and seizing various opportunities that arose, I’ve carved a unique path beyond my…

05/21/2024

Practice time!🎾 What are you currently working on in your game?

05/01/2024

To the sport that has given me everything! Happy National Tennis Month!🎾❤️

04/26/2024

Happy Friday friends!🥰 Here are a few things I'm currently excited about in the tennis world:

1) Clay court season is in full swing! The beautiful
Madrid 1000 this week, Rome 1000 next week, and French Open starting at the end of next month🧱☄️
2) Tenniscore trend is still taking over the fashion world and I am here for it😍 I love seeing so many tennis inspired looks on so many people💕
3) I'm seeing “Challengers” tonight and I literally can't wait🍿It's so awesome that there's another mainstream tennis movie🎬👀
4) TopSpin 2k25 launches today!🔥 For all you gamers and tennis lovers🎮🤓

It's a great time to be a tennis fan. And if you're not, now's a good time to start😉🎾🫶

03/25/2024

What a night! Maestro Dobel Tequila 🖤 Juan Martín del Potro

03/08/2024

My first time playing tennis in 7 months. How lucky am I that it’s with Patrick Mouratoglou!!🤩🎾

03/05/2024

Desert Smash with the best😍😍😍 Ons Jabeur

03/05/2024

Im excited- I’m posting my entire Indian Wells trip this week to TikTok!

Follow me there if you want a direct look into my everyday life at these tennis events🎾💕:

59.1k Followers, 51 Following, 391.6k Likes - Watch awesome short videos created by Rachel Stuhlmann

02/04/2024

Love this Sports Illustrated Swimsuit feature!😍💄💋

We chatted with the content creator to learn about her must-have makeup items.

02/02/2024

It’s back!! Got some hot takes in this one🥵😁
NEW Overserved episode out now!🎾

We're back with another season of "Overserved" featuring your hosts, Rachel Stuhlmann and Joe "Pooch" Pucciarelli!Tune in this week as they break down the bi...

01/03/2024

Welcoming 2024 with open arms!🤗 I have a feeling this is going to be one of the craziest, most exciting, and most important years for our sport.🎾 Excited to embrace it all!🥰