Whether one is a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player, it is never a bad idea to get back to the basics. Difficulties with a particular stroke or strokes can often be caused by one of three basic problems each of which is easily corrected. So, before you completely overhaul your game, try checking your head, your hands, and your feet. | Read More →

Recreational tennis is an enjoyable way to burn off some extra calories. The exact number of calories you burn will depend on a variety of factors such as your weight and the format of the game. This article gives an overview of the expected calorie burn from recreational tennis. | Read More →

Doubles tennis is very different than singles because it goes from being an individual sport to a team sport. In order to be successful at playing doubles, you have to work well with your partner. This article discusses several ways to be a great doubles partner so that you can soar to victory together. | Read More →

This article is about a blip on the radar called Dominic Thiem & his defeat of Jurgen Melzer in the second round of the ATP . Noted in the article are average betting prices & the shift away from Melzer before the start of the match. There is nothing suggested in this article other than Melzer is fading but more importantly, Thiem is one to watch. | Read More →

Inasmuch as optimal performance in tennis begins with not being hindered by your own gear, tennis footwear plays a critical role in your game. Sports-equipment makers and sellers have created plenty of noise in their marketing of tennis shoes, but the keys to choosing the right pair for any individual aren´t especially difficult to understand. This article guides readers, through personal research and trial and error, in discovering what footwear is best suited for them by keeping in mind the common-sense fundamentals of why footwear is so important to their success on the court. | Read More →

In tennis, grips (both the physical component of the racquet and the way of grasping it with the dominant hand) are overlooked with surprising frequency in favor of other essentials like racquet materials, footwork, backhand development, and stretching. Optimizing these grips can provide measurable returns in terms of scores and enjoyment of play. This article offers insight into tennis grips that many readers´ instructors may have neglected to provide. | Read More →