Yeah, We Said It

Yes, And???

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 18:47:00 -0500

Yes, a year has passed since you heard from us. Yes, this episode is long and chaotic. Yes, we recorded the day AFTER the tournament started. And? Gurl, just listen!

Australian Open 2023...Okay, So That Happened...

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 29 Jan 2023 18:03:00 -0500

1:15- Sabalenka wins her first major singles’ major 5:30- Who can bring the consistency on the WTA? 7:35- Perpetual Quarter-finalist Pegula? 10:30- Vika gets back to the semifinals in Australia for the first time in a decade! 14:52- Donnelle brought up Pliskova, y’all. 15:48- Ostapenko rising?? 17:57- Andreescu just…gurl… 20:00- Coco, it coulda been you, niece! 21:00- Raducanu overpunched. Period. 24:05- Krejcikova been winning winning. In doubles. 26:28- Caroline García did what she always do. 28:17- Donna Vekic had a v v cute kit. Anyone know the brand?? Also, she played well. 30:51- Keys shoulda…Keys shoulda… 31:35- Sakkari…Donnelle and Anthony pulled your card, gurl. 33:25- Donnelle brought up Bencic. 34:15- Ons Jabeur’s clock struck 12? 37:35- Cedric poses a question. 42:12- The men…

Bet You Thought You'd Heard the Last From Us...

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 15 Jan 2023 18:38:07 -0500

Tomorrow's episode is not promised. We're running down the 2023 Australian Open draws. Friend to the show, Anthony, is back with us yet again. We have fun.

It Hasn't Even Been That Long!

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 21:48:38 -0400

Wimbledon 2022 is almost here! So much is happening all at-once, but we got you covered! Joining us is our longtime friend Leon (@Ghetto_Rapunzel)! 1:51- News & Updates -Career retirements -Natela Dzalamidze said she getting her check! -The ATP wants to try off-court coaching 20:47- Wimbledon Ladies' Draw rundown 58:30- Wimbledon Men's Draw rundown 1:33:50- Power Rankings

Better Late Than Waiting 'Til Wimbledon, Right?

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 22 May 2022 03:26:00 -0400

We late. The 2022 French Open already started. And?

Kicked Off The Continent

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 14:17:31 -0500

We just couldn't let our thoughts on Novak's deportation go unheard...we HAD to say it!

Everything's A Mess, Y'all

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 15 Jan 2022 20:40:19 -0500

We byke! It ain't perfect, but it's here. @Brillianthony joins us once again!

We discuss news concerning Juan Martin del Potro, Chris Evert, and more! We also rundown the Men's and Women's Australian Open draws.

*** We discussed, in-depth, the Novak Djokovic situation, but we experienced some sound issues during this portion of the show (unbeknownst to us). Sorry, but that entire section is gone. :(

Good Luck to Almost Everyone

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 17:12:06 -0400

It's time for the 2021 US Open! It's been a rough season for almost every player, so hopefully your fave made it to NYC.

2:05- News & Updates

7:54- Women's US Open draw rundown

24:29- Men's US Open draw rundown

44:40- Power Rankings

"Somebody stop meeeehhh!"- Novak Djokovic, 2021

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 22:25:14 -0400

Short, sweet, and to the point-- our Toyko Olympics tennis preview!

This Tweet Has Been Deleted By the Tweet Author

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 26 Jun 2021 22:30:32 -0400

Some (funny) news, and our draw breakdowns. Y'all love it.

WIMBLEDON! We missed you, sis!

1:29- The French Open is the worst. Wbk.

2:15- Yana Sizikova got arrested.

3:26- Bianca Andreescu makes team changes.

4:17- Dayana Yastremska can play tennis again.

5:14- PTPA news

13:24- Dr. Katarina Pijetlovic and her messy tweets

20:02- Our beatdowns of, matches of, and best-dressed of the 2021 French Open

26:54- 2021 Wimbledon Ladies' Draw breakdown

56:16- 2021 Wimbledon Mens' Draw breakdown

1:11:53- Post-French Open/Pre-Wimbledon Power Rankings

Y'all Still There?

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 29 May 2021 01:49:59 -0400

It's been a minute, but we finally decided to do our (second) job. Hasn't been that long since the last French Open, but here we are again! We run down both brackets...you know how we do! Enjoy, and we'll be back soon!

3:08- Naomi Osaka is NOT seeing it for the press this French Open, and they're not seeing her at all.

9:57- Shoutouts to...

10:45- Ladies' Draw rundown

43:19- Men's Draw rundown

1:10:40- Power Rankings

No Apologies- Our 2021 Australian Open show

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 06 Feb 2021 23:18:00 -0500

We're back for our pre-Australian Open 2021 episode! Joining us, once again, is our Army OG @brillianthony! A lil' news, a lil' shade, a lot of laughs! Get into it!

1:58- Sam Querrey...lettuce discuss!

21:17- Kei Nishikori's major life changes

21:45- Lucas Pouille and his wife have a baby!

21:52- Hyeon Chung...mannnnnnn

22:13- Our thoughts are with Laura Robson

23:00- Dayana Yastremska...

27:27- Jelena Jankovic is pregnant!

31:34- Women's Draw rundown

1:16:42- Men's Draw rundown

Messiness in Melbourne

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 24 Jan 2021 19:09:50 -0500

Here's a quickie to open our 4th season! The 2021 tennis season is a-go...sort of. We saw Sabalenka, de Minaur, and Hurkacz all win to open the season...but everyone has been quarantined since. However, even in the absence of competition, tennis players have continued making headlines by showing their privilege over and over and over again. We're gonna talk about it!

1:40- Svitolina and Monfils split...but only for quarantine

Happy Thanksgiving or Whatever

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 20:10:37 -0500

What? Y'all thought we were going to end 2020 without a word?? Well you almost had it right tbh. But we figured a five-month layoff was too long (ahem, Serena), so here's a year-ending episode to ease you into this very peculiar holiday season. We talk about everything our minds could think of but, hey, it's been a while.

3:26- Novak Djokovic hits tennis balls AND linespeople

12:15- Has anyone heard from Sam Querrey?

14:40- Julia Goerges retires

15:40- Karolina Plsikova splits with coach Vallverdu

18:30- Sabine Lisicki has knee surgery

19:27- Venus Williams signs with K Swiss

20:20- Milos Raonic and his agent

22:55- Alexander Zverev Jr. is a narcissist and is-- allegedly-- abusive

36:29- Australia???

45:00- Ash Barty is the year-end no. 1 player on the WTA

47:28- Naomi Osaka >>>>

48:26- Iga Swiatek has arrived!

49:42- Quick sidenote for Rennae Stubbs

52:39- 2020 Nitto ATP Finals

A Fortnight to Remember- Our 2020 US Open Pre-Show

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 29 Aug 2020 22:39:00 -0400

We said...a lot! Joining us again is our friend, @brillianthony. The 2020 US Open starts on Monday. You ready?

News & Updates:

-4:49- Mariano Puerta admits to lying during his 2005 arbitration

-5:36- Donna Vekic pairs with Sam Sumyk

-6:26- DelPo has yet ANOTHER surgery :((

-6:58- The Bryan Brothers have officially retired

-10:49- Vasek Pospisil and the newly created "Professional Tennis Players Association" that doesn't include female tennis players

-17:54- Let's talk about Naomi Osaka!

-32:04- US Open Women's Draw rundown

1:20:34- US Open Men's Draw rundown

'Rona's Report: Part 1

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 01:54:30 -0400

Professional tennis is back, and so are we! Joined by our great friend, Andy (@landyklk), there is a TON to discuss! Get into it!

-1:28- News (Like...a lot of news)

-1:28- Esther Vergeer's health announcement

-2:06- Juan Martín del Potro's health update

-3:42- Robert Farah has his provisional ban lifted

-4:32- Roger Federer's health update

-7:18- Kevin Anderson also had surgery

-8:12- The Doper retires

-8:33- Nicolas Jarry serving an 11-month sanction

-9:37- Youssef Hossam makes headlines for the wrong reasons

-10:22- ATP partners with Coursera

-10:42- Nikolos Basilashvilli ain't shit

-11:51- Lucas Pouille has elbow surgery

-12:07- Sascha Zverev to extend stint with new co-coach David Ferrer

-13:26- We talk Ultimate Tennis Showdown

-18:08- They Got KIDS Kids (Congrats to the new moms)

-19:14- Retirements during 'Rona

-21:04- Let's talk about Dayana Yastremska!

-26:34- Let's talk about Novak Djokovic...she's a MESS!

-45:36- Secret ATP Zoom Calls

-ATP Drama

-51:08- Nick Kyrgios vs the ATP

-54:11- Fabio Fognini still trash

-1:04:17- Lexington draw breakdown

-1:19:33- Prague draw breakdown

-1:32:52- Three-to-Watch segment (3 players each of us will have our eye on or expect cute results from during the US Summer)

Australian Open 2020!

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 21:30:12 -0500

It's for real, for real 2020. HOW?! While we all adjust, we're here with all the news you need in order to get caught right up, as well as our 2020 Aussie Open predictions. Joined by our special guest, Anthony, yeah, we said that shit!

0:00- 11:26- A lil taste of our typical pre-show chat

14:08- Coaching changes

15:04- New ATP Board stuff

15:43- Anna-Lena Groenefeld retires

16:34- Robert Farah tests positive for Bolderone

18:54- Lucie Safarova had a baby!

19:30- Francesca Schiavone...we love you, girl!

24:24- 2020 Champions, thus far

40:26- AO Women's draw rundown

1:40:53- AO Men's draw rundown

Exhausted, and Ready to Have Holidays

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 22:21:48 -0500

It's Thanksgiving week...why tf is the tennis season JUST coming to an end?? Here's our year-end wrap up for 2019, and we'll say bye until the start of the 2020 season...roughly five weeks away. Chillay.

1:51- News & Updates

1:51- Jelena Ostapenko has a new coach!

3:16- Kei Nishikori does not have a new coach, and got rid of one of his old ones

4:51- Sascha Bajin drops Kiki Mladenovic like a hot potato and joins Dayana Yastremska's team

6:30- Taylor Townsend blasts Kamau Murray on IG

9:30- Kim Clijsters delays her 2020 comeback

10:52- Sara Errani's iOS press release

13:35- Abigail Spears is provisionally suspended

14:25- Marin Cilic gets a good doctors' report

15:20- Amanda Anisimova gets the BAG

16:41- Garbińe Muguruza and Conchita Martinez rejoin forces

17:57- Kim and Andy have a new baby boy!/Andy has a new documentary on Amazon Prime

19:27- Bryan Brothers announce their retirement...next year

20:30- Career retirements

22:06- Margaret Court whines

23:50- The "A" in "RBA" actually stands for "angel"/Spain wins Davis Cup with new format

31:17- Cedric vs TENNIS Magazine's "Decade In Review" section

40:40- Fall tennis results

57:19- Power Rankings

1:00:32- Our "Matches of the Decade"

1:15:59- Our "Rivalries of the Decade"

Surprise, Surprise!

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 17:29:42 -0400

Lots of news and even more results comprise our latest episode! The Asian swing is actually interesting this year, so let's talk about it!

News & Updates:

-1:38- Damian Steiner fired

-3:25- Sloane Stephens and Madison Keys elected to WTA Player Council

-3:52- Mike Bryan's super inappropriate on-court behavior and fine

-6:13- Borna Coric has split with Piatti Tennis Center

-7:20- WTA Comebacks: Kim Clijsters and Tatiana Golovin announce their returns to professional tennis

-12:40- Darren Cahill (officially) rejoins the Simona Halep team

-13:02- Naomi Osaka splits from Jermaine Jenkins

-13:39- Laver Cup 2019

-16:36- ATP completes their investigation concerning Nick Kyrgios

-19:58- Novak Djokovic is now 3rd on the all-time list for weeks at No.1

21:23- WTA Results in Asia

26:02- ATP Results in Asia (and elsewhere)

27:30- Shanghai draw run-down

33:09- Power Rankings

Go Back and Change! A 2019 US Open Recap

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 21:37:14 -0400

Our first recap episode comes with a side of gloom, but that's okay. We professional. Hopefully we hit on what you want to hear! Sit down and listen up!

1:58- News & Updates

-1:58- Karen Khachanov shuts down his 2019 season

-3:30- Kevin Anderson also ends his 2019 season

4:40- Will Vika Azarenka ever truly regain her singles form?

8:03- Sloane...gurl...

10:27- Garbiñe wya?

16:12- Angelique Kerber continues to struggle

18:17- Taylor Townsend's second week run!

20:30- Hey, Vee!

23:15- Naomi Osaka loses 4th round in her title defense...but it's not a big deal.

25:33- Coco Gauff in another slam main draw/A MOMENT with Naomi

26:47- Serena.

31:40- Bianca Andreescu-- what a TALENT!

36:38- Stefanos is struggling...for now.

38:30- Introducing "Clown Takes"; Clown Take #1- We both had RBA in the semifinals...

39:18- Wawrinka d. Djokovic by way of retirement

41:53- Grigor!

43:10- Matteo Berrettini makes his first major semifinal (ft. Scoville)

44:30- Daniil Medvedev has officially arrived. #MedMen

48:37- Rafael Nadal wins major title #19. NINETEEN.

58:16- Power Rankings (ft. Scoville and Bella)

Yeah, We Said It Twitter

Cedric's Twitter

Donnelle's Twitter

Music by: poolboi blu

Our 2019 US Open Rundown ft. Roxy

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 25 Aug 2019 17:49:00 -0400

It's time for the final major tournament of the 2019 season-- the electric (and problematic) United States Open! We're joined by our longtime friend Bri to discuss everything going on in the game at the moment, and share our thoughts on the US Open draws! You may hear Bri’s dog, Roxy, every and then. We love our fur babies! Thanks for listening, and enjoy!

1:21- News & Updates

-1:21- US Open bans Carlos Ramos from umpiring any Williams matches

-2:09- More ATP Council news

-3:58- Sloane/Kamau Murray/Monica Puig MESS

-6:55- Janko Tipsarevic is retiring

-7:46- Andy Murray to play a Challenger event during the US Open

-9:42- Muguruza's coaching change...maybe

-11:30- Best wishes to Amanda Anisimova & her family

-12:09- Cedric's takeaways from ESPN's "Backstory: Serena vs the US Open" documentary special

-20:10- US Open Ladies' Draw predictions

-59:03- US Open Men's Draw predictions

-1:26:33- Power Rankings

Yeah, We Said It Twitter

Cedric's Twitter

Donnelle's Twitter

Bri's Twitter

Music by: poolboi blu

Honestly, Where Are Our Press Passes?

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 19:57:00 -0400

We're back to share our late ass thoughts on Wimbledon 2019 as well as who we think will rule in Toronto and Montreal. US Open Series is in full swing! Let's gooooo

1:48- Our thoughts on Wimbledon 2019

9:32- News & Updates

22:46- Toronto Ladies' Draw

35:46- Montreal Men's Draw

50:33- Power Rankings

Yeah, We Said It Twitter

Cedric's Twitter

Donnelle's Twitter

Music by: poolboi blu

We're Gonna Talk About It- Our 2019 Wimbledon Middle Sunday Catch-Up

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 07 Jul 2019 15:34:00 -0400

It's Middle Sunday at Wimbledon! There's no on-court action, but we're still serving up the facts over here! Joined today by our great friend Andy, we've really said it all! Strap in...this is a good one!

1:00- Bernard Tomic fined (again)

4:09- Ladies' Fourth Round match-ups

27:55- Gentlemen's Fourth Round match-ups

54:13- SerAndy (MurRena?) making history

56:14- Best dressed/best match so far/ disappointment of the tournament (sort of)

1:08:31- Cedric has some words for Sam Groth

Yeah, We Said It Twitter

Cedric's Twitter

Donnelle's Twitter

Andy's Twitter

Music by: poolboi blu

Who TF Is Even Left?

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:16:00 -0400

Bringing you the pre-Wimbledon 411 and both Ladies' & Gentlemen's Draw breakdowns. Isn't the grass so pretty?

12afael Nadal Is Still THAT Clay King

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Mon, 10 Jun 2019 18:46:00 -0400

How did your fave fare this French Open? The clay season has come to an end and, while some things changed, many other things remained the same. We break it all down for you!

The French Open 2019 Rundown

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 25 May 2019 15:46:00 -0400

Bringing you up-to-date on tennis news and giving you our opinions on the French Open 2019 mens' and womens' draws. Straightforward, with no technical difficulties. :)

Wait A Minute, Now!

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 12 May 2019 17:01:00 -0400

Just a few talking points before diving into the draws for the Rome Internazionali BNL d'Italia. Note: Some minor technical difficulties may cause you to hear audio much unlike that of our usual soundbites. We powered through and, hopefully, you will, too!

Is This Liiiike...A Bonus Episode or Something?

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 20:55:00 -0500

It's the one-year anniversary for Yeah, We Said It, and Indian Wells 2019 has begun! Sit back, relax, and let us slide some facts to ya! We stay up! It's our shortest episode thus far...and probably ever, if we're being honest. Thanks for listening!

Do YOU Know Who Michael Chang Is?

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 13 Jan 2019 03:33:00 -0500

It's 2019, and we're back-- joined by our longtime friend Anthony (@Brillianthony)! The Australian Open is looming, and we think we know how things will go. Retirements, withdrawals, gettin' in 'nem draws...it's all here!

Cease And Desist

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 23:38:00 -0400

It's been one full week since the 2018 US Open Championships came to a close. We needed another week, but here we are with a rundown of results and a dish on all the messiness which accompanied this tournament.

Episode 7- Yeah, We Back!

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 25 Aug 2018 19:24:00 -0400

We steel here! Back from hiatus, Cedric and Donnelle reconvene to...lightly peruse the 2018 US Open Singles' draws. Enjoy, rate, subscribe!

Onto the REAL Slam!

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 30 Jun 2018 03:55:00 -0400

Donnelle (@iAmNELLEZ_) and Cedric (@HeyCeddyBaby) are joined by their good friend, Leon (@Ghetto_Rapunzel), to discuss all players worthy of discussion and give their early predictions for the 2018 Championships at Wimbledon. This is a long one,

Jürgen Melzer Is NOT Retired-- Our Roland Garros Mid-Event Show

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sat, 02 Jun 2018 21:27:00 -0400

We're halfway through the 2018 Roland Garros tournament...is your fave still in the draw? Cedric and Donnelle go over the Round of 16 match-ups and give their predictions, along with the help of some trusty Twitter polls.

On The Day Before Roland Garros...

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 27 May 2018 13:34:00 -0400

This time, Cedric and Donnelle bring their opinions on results in Madrid and Rome, and give run-downs of the 2018 Roland Garros draws.

Madrid, and a Bunch of Mess Before That

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Fri, 04 May 2018 23:54:00 -0400

In the third installment, Cedric and Donnelle decide what news is newsworthy in tennis at the moment, discuss Rafa's dominance on the clay thus far in 2018, and give their predictions for the Madrid Open.

Episode 2- It's Been A While

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 00:02:00 -0400

The second episode is finally here...it's a been a while! Cedric and Donnelle are back to discuss happenings since Indian Wells, and what they think will happen as the tours transition into the clay season.

Episode 1- Indian Wells 2018, Serena Returns, and more!

Cedric Smith and Donnelle Johnson — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 01:48:00 -0500

In the inaugural episode, Cedric and Donnelle discuss the returns of both Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka, news concerning other current players, and what they think will happen in Indian Wells.