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First just want to congratulate you on all you success to date. I would say that in many ways I am trying to emulate your game. I am 6’3’’ 185pds going on 48 years young, work hard on my serve and getting to net. I have observed a big difference between younger and older players is there ability to move quickly around the court. I was wondering if there are any drills you swear by in enabling you to be so quick around the court. Best of luck in your continued success.
Submitted by Mitch Simril, Greensboro NC
Thank You! I work extremely hard on all aspects of my game but especially on my footwork. Footwork is in my opinion one of the most important aspects of the game of tennis. Usually when I make an unforced error, footwork is almost always partly to blame. With you being 6'3" your at an advantage since your wingspan can cover more of the court than most of your shorter opponents. Since I am around 6'9" I am at a huge advantage in being able to do so as well. I do alot of things that improve my footwork: I jump rope alot and constantly remind myself during practice and matches to always stay on my toes! But at the sametime I mix up my game alot, you don't want your opponent knowing that you are serving and volleying on everypoint. You need to always keep your opponent guessing. I can give you some specific drills you can work on but I need to know: What level of player you are? Do you play singles or doubles or both? Just write me back and I can come up with some good drills you can work on. Thanks for submitting your question Mitch! I see that you are from Greensboro, where do you play at in Gboro?
I saw where you signed an Agreement to be represented by SFX, did any of the other Companies (IMG or OCtagon) come to you about signing with them? Did you ever speak with Octagon etcc..? How/Why did you pick SFX? HAve they signed you to any deals that can make you some money off the court? GO DOGS! Scott
Submitted by Scott, Atlanta
I did sign with SFX immediately after college because I believe they had the most to offer. I do not regret signing with them, I have been very pleased and fortunate to be represented by SFX. My agent Sam Duvall has done an excellent job and he has exceeded my expectations. SFX has signed me plenty of off court deals. Go Dogs!
Hey John, I am a big fan of yours and i started to watch you play tennis last summer. Here is my question...I want to know what is your favorite restaurant? I mean who gets asked that this days. It may sound weird but really... and what do you normally get from there? Thanks.
Submitted by Katlyn Clark, Elizabeth City, North Carolina
That's not a weird question. My favorite restaurant would have to be at my house in Greensboro where my mom cooks up the best meals. Besides that there is a restaurant in Greensboro called Pita Delite that I love to go to and I always get a ham and cheese pita. I am a big fan of Lexington, NC style BBQ as well. Thanks for your question
Are you going to be playing in any tournaments in Houston this year? I am a HUGE fan and would love to come see you play if you are in my home town! Take care and good luck this year! -Laura Strawn
Submitted by Laura Strawn, Houston, Texas
Laura, I am going to be in Houston for the U.S. Men's Clay Court Championship, which starts on April 14. I will be arriving in Houston late on Saturday April 12. I am doing a Red Cross Charity event with Monica Seles on Friday April 11 and Saturday April 12 and as soon as the event ends on saturday I am hopping on a flight to Houston. I have heard great things about this tournament, I am really looking forward to it. Hope to see u there for my matches! Make sure you bring a good cheering section to my matches. Take care!
Hey John, I know all the girls wanna know. What makes someone stand out in your mind? What are your biggest turn ons and offs?
Submitted by Courtney, Ohio
wow, that's a tough question: I don't exactly have a specific "type" or look when it comes to girls. This might sound a little "cliche" but a good smile and an outgoing personality is what I look for most in girls. Arrogance is by far my biggest turn off. I don't like girls that think and act as if they are better than everyone else.
Hi John,i'm a big fan of tennis,and i discover you this summer at the US Open.So this is my question:Can you tell me if you have a girlfriend and what's your favourite WTA Player?
Submitted by Manal, Marseille
I do not currently have a girlfriend. It's so hard to maintain a healthy relationship since I am constantly traveling. The last serious girlfriend I had was during my college years at Georgia. But I am always looking for that special someone, so yes I am available. I don't really have a favorite WTA player.
Do you and Sam Querrey hang out while out on the tour?
Submitted by andrea diep, melbourne, australia
Yeah we are actually really good friends! I probaly hang out with Sam more than anyone else on the tour. I sometimes fly out to Cali and stay with Sam and practice for a week
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Hey John, This is Molly East's Mom. Just wanted let you know how proud Molly and I are of your accomplishments. We try and keep up with your professional career, in fact we are watching you play right now but all I see is that little boy at Joyner. Good luck to you in all that you go after.
Submitted by Amy East, Greensboro NC
Hey there Mrs. East. Yeah it's crazy how fast Molly and myself have grown up. It seems like the other day when i was in the 3rd grade. Thanks for all of your support!
Dear, John As a junior I would like to know where you played or took lessons? I am still looking for tennis lessons but now relying on online lessons. I have become very interested in tennis the past few months. I know that doesn't sound like much time but I love tennis and you're one of my favorite tennis players.
Submitted by Andrew Nguyen, Greensboro, NC
Hey there thanks for all of your support!! I took tennis lessons in my hometown of Greensboro,NC and I trained alot growing up with my older brother Jordan. It's never too late to start playing tennis, it;s such a great sport!
hey john! You're my idol tennis player. But i wanted to ask you where you took lessons as a kid? and alsso when did you start playing?
Submitted by Andrew N., Greensboro, NC
Hey there. I took tennis lessons in greensboro from a coach named Oscar Blacutt and another coach named Tom Herb. I started playing at age 6 and began playing competetively at age 8.
Hey John! I'm 12 yys. old and I love your tennis. I wanted to know where you played or took lessons at? Or have you had any lessons at all as a kid. By the way I will going to be in Grimsley. I read on your wikipedia that you're a Page grad sooo........... But thanks for your time.
Submitted by Andrew Nguyen, Greensboro, NC
Hey there, thanks for your support! I don't know if I should be giving advice to a Grimsley student.....haha.. Growing up I trained and played in greensboro with my older brother Jordan and our coach Oscar Blacutt, I never went off to a tennis academy like most of the top ranked juniors in the country did. Oscar Blacutt is still a tennis pro in greensboro, he's a great coach. Feel free to contact him at anytime, tell him I gave you his number. Oscar Blacutt #336-509-1623
DO YOU LIFT WITH JUST YOUR OVERSIZED RIGHT ARM, ONLY ??.
Submitted by HERBERT MYERS, SEATTLE, WA
haha, good question! My right arm is significantly bigger than my left arm but if u look at most of the tennis players on the tour there dominant hand is always bigger than there non dominant hand. But to answer your question i lift weights with both arms equally.
Hello John-Had supper with your Uncle Jim and Aunt Hanna the night before your big match with Roddick.........We wish the best for you and will follow your career.....God bless you and see you soon! Steve and Annie Vavra
Submitted by Steven Vavra, Emerald Isle, NC
Thanks alot for your support! I've got the best aunt and uncle in the world! I love Jimbo and Hannah and by the way how cute is Madison? She's a sweetheart!
hy john i am your big fan... you are my favourite tennis player. congratulate on previous result. I bet on you last night against rodicck and earned money I wish you a lot of luck and a lot of tie breaks in life ... and i will bet on you and the next round, play like vs roddick and you will win, you are my hero.
Submitted by stefan matovic, belgrade serbia
Thanks for your support I appreciate it and I'm glad I made you some money in that match! Sorry I couldnt keep it up against Verdasco for you.
Hey John Im 12 years old and I love watchin you play tennis. I watched you beat andy Roddick. It was amazing. I was just wondering what it is like to wake up and know your famous world wide and that your one of the best tennis players in the world.
Submitted by John Weeks, Greensboro, North Carolina
I appreciate your support! To tell you the truth I woke up the next day just like it was a rgular day, I was obviously happy that I won but I don't really think about it like that.
YOU ARE A GREAT ROLE MODEL, BY ANY CHANCE, ARE YOU OF JEWISH DESCENT?
Submitted by Judith Meyer, Briarcliff,New York
I'm glad to hear that you think I'm a good role model, i appreciate that comment. Actually I am not of jewish decent but I get asked that frequently I guess because my last name sounds somewhat jewish.
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Submitted by mjvsjbodsj, NY
Hey John! You're an awesome player and I'd like to know if you're on twitter like Roddick and Querrey. Good luck on Bagkok!
Submitted by Érica Muniz, Fortaleza, Brazil
Yeah I just started doing Twitter, I'm more of a facebook guy..
Hi John I am currently watching you play against Lleyton Hewitt at the moment in the Hopman Cup. My 15 year old son and I have both enjoyed watching you play. My son plays tennis and is about 6 foot tall at the moment. This might sound like a strange question, but being so tall we were wondering what your shoe size is. My son is currently a size 15 - 16 which makes it very difficult to buy decent tennis shoes. Good luck with your tennis.
Submitted by Linda Young, Cranbourne Vic, Australia
Hey thanks for your question... I wear a size 15! Good luck to you mand your son... -John Isner-
will you marry me?
Submitted by secret keeper, philippines
hahaha... Well uhhh I would have to meet you first!
Dude I just saw you play during the finals! You looked at me! Did you remember? Me and my sis love you man! Do you have a girlfriend?
Submitted by Stephanie Barbosa, Auckland, New Zealand
