As far as this current generation, I would love to see Maria Sharapova in the booth. She speaks English very well and she could pronounce all of those difficult russian names. I’ve never had the opportunity to hear Lindsay Davenport, but I’m sure she would’ve been great. Also, Chanda Rubin is still an active player, and I love her on the tennis channel. She’s perfect because she isn’t judgemental and is fair with her observations. I just hate it when commentators are clearly routing for one player (Mary Carillo).

I’m glad you like the new design! You should have emailed me with your suggestions!

Okay, you gave me a good laugh with the “old folks home” part about Dick Enberg and Cliff Drysdale. Not to the mention the mental image of Johnny Mac and Mary being hauled away in cuffs. Bless Cliffy’s heart - he really did have a tough time during the French Open.

Like you said, I am a bit partial to Darren Cahill. Unlike *cough* some of the other esteemed individuals in the broadcast booth, he’s not constantly comparing everyone to Maria Sharapova. I’ve never heard him do point-by-point, but he has always done a great job on the sidelines and as a secondary analyst.

I’d also pick Cliff Drysdale. Yes, he can’t always get the names straight, but he’s still my favorite point-by-point man. I love listening to his accent - that could be why I like Darren Cahill too - plus, he keeps the commentary moving and works well with just about anyone else in the booth. He’s been around the game for so long that he brings distinction and credibility to the sport.

Then, I’d probably pick either Mary Joe or Pam. They both bring a knowledgeable, yet conservative first-hand perspective of the game to the table. Or if I really get to go for a “dream team”, I’d throw in Lindsay Davenport with Drysdale and Cahill.

What will be fun for me is to wait about ten, fifteen years and see if we get to see any of the current generation of players take stints in the commentary booth. Which players do you think would make the best commentators?

I can’t believe Wimbledon is coming up this Monday! You mentioned during the French that you liked Dan Cahill as a commentator, and he really stands out to me. I was just wondering if you had to pick your dream commentary booth for Wimbledon, who would be in it? I would have Mary Jo, Pam Shriver, Dan Cahill, and Martina Navratilova. Mary Carillo and John McEnroe wouldn’t get pass security, and Cliff and Dick Enberg would be placed in an old folks home (how hard is it to tell the difference between Venus and Serena?).