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We’re getting read and booked on the latest episode with the return of The Ball Boys Book Club! Paul is joined by Edward Schmit, author of the new gay tennis romance, The Open Era. We play New Balls Please and then dive deep into his debut novel, the steamy romance between Austin and Diego in a fresh take on rivals to lovers. From the anxiety players face, to the important relationships between players and coaches, to the way the media handles or mishandles LGBTQ+ stories this book takes us on a ride. Whet your whistle with us then pick up a copy of The Open Era wherever you buy your favorite books.
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"Open Up - with Edward Schmit" is an episode of The Ball Boys. Runtime 50 min. Published June 19, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
