Brad Gilbert Bio, Wiki
Brad Gilbert is a former American professional tennis player and an American tennis coach. He won 20 singles titles and achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 4 in 1990, and a career-high doubles ranking of world No. 18 four years prior during his time as a tennis player. Brad received a bronze medal at the 1988 Olympics, and both a gold medal and a silver medal at the 1981 Maccabiah Games.
He currently works at ESPN sports network as a tennis analyst. He has analyzed the extensive schedule of tennis programming, including ESPN’s current start-to-finish coverage of three Majors that is the Australian Open, Wimbledon Open, and the US Open. Brad joined ESPN in 2004, as a studio analyst, match analyst, and sideline reporter. He later left the network so as to coach rising star Andy Murray of Scotland. In 2008, he rejoined the ESPN sports network.
Brad Gilbert Age
He was born on August 9, 1961, in Oakland, California, the United States. He is 59 years old.
Brad Gilbert Height
He is a tall man. Jim stands at a height of 6 ft 1 in (Approx. 1.85m).
Brad Gilbert Family
He was born in Oakland, California, the United States to his parents. His father Barry Gilbert was a high school history teacher, and before he started a real estate firm. His family is of Jewish descent. Brad has however not shared more information concerning his parents and siblings or if he has any. He holds an American nationality and belongs to the Jewish ethnicity.
Brad Gilbert Wife
He is happily married to his lovely and wonderful wife Kim Gilbert. The two had been in a long time relationship before they decided to get married. They have three children, two daughters, and one son. The family lives in Malibu, California.
Brad Gilbert Children
He and his wife have three children, two daughters, and a son. Their children are Zach, Julian, and Zoe Gilbert.
Brad Gilbert Education
He went to Piedmont High School in California, for his high school education. While there, he played and gained recognition in the tennis team, despite being 5 feet, 2inches tall, and weighing about 110 pounds. By the time he graduated from school, he was 5 feet 7 inches and 115 pounds. Later on, he joined Foothill College, in Los Altos Hills, California.
He played tennis for the school and was coached by Tom Chivington. During his time at the college, he won the California Junior College Singles Championship and the U.S. Amateur Hardcourt Championship. He transferred to Pepperdine University in 1982 and played for Allen Fox.
Brad Gilbert Tennis
Brad Gilbert is a former American professional tennis player and an American tennis coach. He won 20 singles titles and achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 4 in 1990, and a career-high doubles ranking of world No. 18 four years prior during his time as a tennis player. Brad received a bronze medal at the 1988 Olympics, and both a gold medal and a silver medal at the 1981 Maccabiah Games.
After retiring, he coached several top players including Andre Agassi, a tennis player who won six of his eight Grand Slam titles under Gilbert’s tutelage. He has also coached Andy Roddick, Andy Murray, and Kei Nishikori. Brad unlike many professional players of his time, did not have a major offensive weapon such as an overpowering serve or forehand. His best asset was his ability to keep the ball in play. Brad used to hit the ball most often at a slow but accurate pace and was sometimes called a pusher.
He is a member of the USTA Northern California Hall of Fame, and the International Jewish Sports Hall of Fame. Additionally, he was inducted into the Pepperdine Athletics Hall of Fame, ad Marblehead Boosters Hall of Fame. Brad is also an inductee of the ITA Intercollegiate Tennis Hall of Fame, and the Southern California Jewish Sports Hall of Fame.
Brad Gilbert ESPN
He currently works at ESPN sports network as a tennis analyst. He has analyzed the extensive schedule of tennis programming, including ESPN’s current start-to-finish coverage of three Majors that is the Australian Open, Wimbledon Open, and the US Open. Brad joined ESPN in 2004, as a studio analyst, match analyst, and sideline reporter. He later left the network so as to coach rising star Andy Murray of Scotland. In 2008, he rejoined the ESPN sports network.
Brad’s colleagues at ESPN include:
Chris Berman – host
John Buccigross – sportscaster
Matt Barrie – anchor
Victoria Arlen – reporter
Kevin Connors – host
Brad Gilbert Books
He is also an author and has authored one book, and co-authored another book with James Kaplan. His books are available on Amazon, Google, Apple Books, and Kobo. They are available on Kindle, Audible Audiobook, Paperback, and Audio CD editions. His books include:
– Winning Ugly: Mental Warfare in Tennis–Lessons from a Master, which was released in May 2013.
– I’ve Got Your Back. In the book, he motivational tips on how to deal with intense pressure, distractions, frustrations, and competitors.
Brad Gilbert Tennis Nation
He owns a tennis shop in Greenbrae, California – Bon Air Center, named Brad Gilbert Tennis Nation. The shop sells good equipment for the tennis sport including Rackets, Balls, Headbands, Wrist bands, Tennis shoes, nets and many more.
Brad Gilbert House
Brad sold his San Rafael, California mansion for $4.5 million, which was lower than the listing price of $5.2 million. The house is located on three acres in Northern California’s Marin County. The 8,000-square-foot residence was built in 1904 and has since benefited from a comprehensive renovation. Apart from the incredible views of San Francisco Bay, the five-bedroom home is stacked with a number of luxurious amenities.
The mansion’s features included high ceilings with exposed wood beams and expansive living spaces that gave the home an airy feel, with a large kitchen with an eating nook that was perfect for hosting friends and family. The house also had a guesthouse, a gym, an art studio, a pool, a spa, a steam room, and, of course, and a clay tennis court where some of the best tennis players in the world have practiced, including current star Andy Murray. Moreover, the mansion had a wet bar open out to a terrace for easy entertaining and also an additional family room upstairs. He currently lives in a Lavish house in Malibu, California, next to the beach.
Brad Gilbert Salary
He is a tennis sports analyst at ESPN and therefore earns a decent salary. His average salary is $79,645 per year.
Brad Gilbert Net Worth
He is a former tennis player and therefore he accumulated a decent amount of wealth over the years he worked. His estimated net worth is $3,500,000.
How Old Is Brad Gilbert
He was born on August 9, 1961, in Oakland, California, the United States. He is 59 years old.
How Tall is Brad Gilbert
He is a tall man. Jim stands at a height of 6 ft 1 in (Approx. 1.85m).
Who Has Brad Gilbert Coached
Since retiring, Brad has coached several top players. His most notable player to coach was Andre Agassi, a tennis player who won six of his eight Grand Slam titles under Gilbert’s tutelage. He has also coached Andy Roddick, Andy Murray, and Kei Nishikori.