Several years ago when I visited a friend in the US, he explained to me how he’d taken up pickleball. Now, this was a sport I’d never heard of, so I asked him to go into it in further detail. After I understood the concept, he invited me to play a game and I loved …
Posts from: July 2019
We all know racket design is a big factor in determining how well a racket ‘feels’ when you hit your shots. However, tennis strings are also extremely important. Some are great for spin and control, and some are better for power. So when you’re choosing a racket, you need to think about what string best …
Tennis strings can make a huge difference in your game. Finding the right string setup is one of the most effective ways to improve your game instantly. Some can offer you more spin, control and power so you have to choose carefully to pick one to complement your playing style. In this article let’s take …
For this blog post, I will look at what some of the pro players are currently using. It’s always interesting to see what the top players in the world are using. If a world-class player uses a specific racquet, it has to be a good one right? Disclaimer: Although these are the racket models that …
If you feel your game has improved, and you’re ready for the next step, you might want to consider purchasing a racket that will give you a bit more control. Here are 5 rackets which are great choices if you play to a fairly good standard (Intermediate). I’ll look at the pros and cons of …
“Life is like a game of tennis; the player who serves well seldom loses” Ok so this quote is a bit philosophical, but having a good serve is crucial to becoming a successful tennis player. In fact, it really is the most important shot in tennis. As the server, you get to choose where to …
Next week I enter my first doubles tournament. After playing for a couple of years now, I thought it was time I made the step up and started playing some more competitive tennis. I also have a bit more time in July and August as I can play in the evenings and weekends, so now’s …