Today we show you a simple trick to help you better anticipate where your opponent is hitting. This video is for players with a PlayYourCourt rating of 50 to 70. Scott from PlayYourCourt.com is here to show you how to anticipate where your opponent is hitting the ball. Today we’re talking about anticipation. This video…
To commemorate Independence day, we wanted to salute the American tennis players who changed tennis forever. From pioneers who broke the race barrier, to record setting performances and cultural icons, these are the players we have to thank, and who we will never forget. Arthur Ashe It is impossible to have a list…
Pop the champagne and pour some cream over strawberries, it’s time for the 2016 Wimbledon Grand Slam! The famous tournament has come a long way since its first match in 1877, when about 200 spectators paid one shilling each to watch Spencer Gore win the only event: The Gentlemen’s Singles. Let’s take a little stroll…
Isn’t it fun to portion out your meals every day? Don’t you just love walking around hungry? Isn’t giving up dessert, pasta, and wine (gasp!) the best?! Dieting is nobody’s idea of a good time, life is way too short for calorie counting! Taking up tennis can help you lose weight without giving up your…
Are you having a hard time getting inspired to work out? Let’s face it, working out sucks. That’s why it’s called WORKING out. When I walk into the gym, I see treadmills, ellipticals, and a wall of machines. It’s overwhelming, and unless you are incredibly self driven it’s nearly impossible to stay motivated. Apparently I’m…
Nobody likes getting lobbed. In tennis, a lob can be hit offensively or defensively, as a last-ditch effort to stay in the point, or a flashy winner. The pros make returning lobs look routine, but as you well know, returning a lob effectively can be one of the most difficult shots in tennis. There are…
Tennis is like a chess match. It is as much about strategy as it is about execution, so it is imperative that you go into each match with a game plan. You know your strengths, and that should play a big role in how you approach each match. However, an effective game plan for any…
The serve is arguably the most important shot in tennis. It gets each point started, and sets the tone for the point. You’re supposed to “hold” your serve every time you toe the baseline, so with that kind of pressure, don’t you want to give yourself the best chance possible to hold serve every time?…
As tennis players, we all know how frustrating the game can be. Most of us, at one time or another, probably haven’t been proud of how we acted on court, and more than likely, have let our emotions and mental toughness cost us at least one match in our careers. There are so many different…
Thinking of hitting the court with your lover this Valentine’s Day? It’s a perfect date! Here are some mixed doubles tips so you can enjoy your time on court even more with your Valentine, and play even better tennis! 1. Etiquette, etiquette, etiquette Remember that you are not playing singles, and you are…
