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How to Help Your Opponent(s) to Play Worse image

One of the keys to winning a tennis match is to get your opponent to play worse than her average. The best way to do this is to take away your opponent’s strengths by using intelligent targets and patterns of play. However, there is a second way which is under-appreciated.

Post-modern Doubles Formations image

In the post-modern world any doubles formation can be justified by the matchups on the court. I will go over a few so that you have a better idea of how and when to use them.

Tension Control and Optimal Performance image

Most tennis players know that they play better when they are relaxed. In fact, step #3 of the 4-D System (see my book: Deconstructing Tennis) makes touching base with a relaxed body/mind a part of the preparation between each and every point.

What Adds Fulfillment to Competitive Tennis? image

Playing competitive tennis can be stressful. And you all know that stress, beyond a certain level, makes any player perform well below her level. (I’m still waiting to hear from anyone on any subject whatsoever where excessive stress is beneficial!).