Do you ever have trouble countering an attack to your weaker backhand side? It’s a common problem amongst juniors and adults alike. Here are five …
Tip of the Week: Changing Direction During Rallies
Making smart choices during competition is just as important as good execution. This includes knowing when to change directions. Some players change directions without any …
Neutralizing the First Serve
When you are on the returning end of a serve, your primary objective is to neutralize your opponent’s serve advantage. When you watch a pro …
Your Serve Should Be More Than a Point Starter
In competition, your serve is your first line of attack. You can control your opponent with the serve by either serving wide or using “T” serves. Only …
How to Counter the Retrieving Style
The retriever is one of the most difficult and frustrating type of opponent to compete against. Just as the name implies, the retriever is usually …
Establishing Patterns in Competition
Winning in competition is all about maximizing your strengths against your opponent’s weaknesses. If your opponent is an established tournament player, the key to winning …
The Myth about Wrapping Your Forehand
Newsflash: If you play tennis, you’re probably committing a common error on the courts with your forehand – intentionally wrapping your arm around your neck …
3 Things That Can Help You Not Hold Back In Competition
During competition, your mind game is only as powerful as you want it to be. When your confidence goes down, so does your game. In …
4 Things To Consider When Preparing For A Summer Tournament
It’s summer time, and for a lot of players that means playing a LOT of tournaments in really HOT conditions. Unless you live and train …
8 Ways To Improve Your Groundstroke Without Overhauling Your Swing
Need to improve your groundstrokes but don’t have the time, or the patience, to totally overhaul your strokes? Follow these 8 easy steps, broken down into …