Coaching Tennis

He's been called the best in the world at the mental game of tennis. Brad Gilbert's strokes may not be pretty, but looks aren't everything. He has beaten the tour's biggest names - all by playing his "ugly" game. Now, in Winning Ugly, Gilbert teaches recreational players how to win more often without necessarily even changing their strokes. The key to success, he says, is to become a better thinking player - to recognize, analyze, and capitalize. That means out-thinking opponents before, during, and after a match - forcing him or her to play your game.

Are you a player who has been playing competitive matches for less than a few years? Are you in the NTRP range of 2.5-3.5 or UTR 1.0 - 4.0? Do you lose matches you felt you should win? Are you the better player with technical skills and/or athleticism, but are not coming out on top against seemingly lesser players? The bad news is that the scoreboard doesn't lie. The good news is that this book is designed to put you on a firm foundation, to help you win the close matches.You can have fewer bad days, and also gain more satisfaction with less frustration. It's not Winning Ugly, The Inner ...

About the Book: This book is written for tennis professionals and for those who might want to enter the field of tennis teaching and become a professional instructor or coach. Parents who want the best available instruction for their children will find this book essential for selecting the right instructor to help their child fulfill their tennis dreams and to enjoy this great game of tennis for a lifetime. If you are currently a tennis pro and not a member of a professional organization, I strongly recommend that you join either the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) or ...

This is for the teachers out there that became tennis coaches and for tennis coaches, that want drills to develop large group of players.

Unlock the competitive edge with this all-in-one strategy playbook for tennis players and coaches. This book delivers 29 powerful templates covering every aspect of the game — from serve +1 patterns and point construction trees to mental reset routines and season planning tools. Whether you're preparing for your next tournament, refining your game plan, or coaching others to win under pressure, this visual and practical guide gives you the tools to play smarter and compete with confidence. Inside, you’ll find: Tactical diagrams for point construction, serve strategies, and return ...

What separates the world’s Top 10 from everyone else on the court? It’s not just talent—it’s the strategies, patterns, and pressure-proof decisions that win matches when it matters most. In Winning Strategies of the World’s Top 10 Tennis Players, you’ll step inside the playbooks of the ATP and WTA elite. This book breaks down their signature patterns—from devastating serve +1 plays to rally flows, counter-tactics, and clutch-point strategies. Using visual templates, heat maps, and counter sheets, readers can study, adapt, and build their own personalized playbook. Whether ...

What if tennis could be more than just a game? What if it could be a path to self-discovery, personal transformation, and inner peace? The Path of Tennis Mastery invites you to explore tennis not just as a sport, but as a journey toward mastery of both the game and yourself. Blending Zen philosophy, practical techniques, and the joy of play, this book offers a fresh perspective on how tennis can shape your mind, body, and spirit. Whether you’re chasing the perfect serve, seeking flow on the court, or simply looking for deeper meaning in your game, this book will guide you every step of ...

It's easy to get caught up in the belief that your tennis play will improve if you just spend more time on court or more money on lessons or equipment. And while those things might help, you can get better without doing any of them. The truth is that the best tennis player is not necessarily the one with the best strokes, or the most powerful serve, or the smartest on-court strategies. Rather, tennis is a game that often rewards the player who does just a few things, sometimes only one thing, better than his or her opponent. If you're an average, everyday player, a "real" tennis player, you...

The essential book from online tennis coaching sensation Ian Westermann, founder of EssentialTennis.com What’s the number one thing stopping you from playing your best tennis? Ian Westermann, founder of the world’s #1 online tennis instruction portal, Essentialtennis.com, will confidently...

Table tennis is a weirdly addictive sport. All over the world, an army of amateur table tennis players compete in leagues, tournaments, pub battles, work challenges and ‘friendly’ family games. A 78-year-old can beat a 28-year-old. A 10-year-old can make a grown man cry. To win, you need ninja-like reflexes, the control and coordination of a tightrope-artist, and the tactical dexterity of a chess grandmaster.In this book, coach Tom Lodziak will help you improve your table tennis skills, win more points and win more matches. Tom shares tips on training, service, returning serves, winning...

The Tennis Rhythmic Advantage Mastering Movement, Energy, and Efficiency for Lifelong Performance The Tennis Rhythmic Advantage represents the modern evolution of performance thinking, refined with today’s cutting edge science. It goes beyond mindset alone to deliver the first complete, evidence-based model of how performance works in real time. For players and coaches, this may be the most important tennis book you will ever read. Powered by evidence based research, it delivers a decisive competitive edge to readers and promises to be one of the most impactful investments you ever make ...

Winning Words by Adam Blicher is the ultimate guide to magnify your tennis coaching. Drawing on insights from over 100 of the world’s most accomplished tennis coaches, this game-changing book unveils the secret to creating unshakable bonds with tennis players, unlocking their full potential, and driving performance to unparalleled heights. Are you tired of repeating the same instructions without seeing results? Do you want to turn your knowledge into action that inspires growth on and off the court? Adam Blicher, a master communicator and coach, shows you how to transform frustration into...

Simple Tennis focuses on creating a system of playing singles so that wherever the ball lands, you know what is the right shot. Hawaii Tennis Pro discusses how to move up the NTRP ladder, tactics, fitness, nutrition, and the mental side of training to become the best tennis player you can be

This is the Simple Tennis method made popular by Hawaii Tennis Pro--it teaches you how to play doubles from beginner to advanced.

The Difference Between Winning and Losing Isn’t Ability. It’s Adjustment Speed. The best players don’t panic. They diagnose. They adjust. They take control. Most matches aren’t lost because of weak strokes. They’re lost because of hesitation, poor positioning, predictable patterns, and mental breakdowns under pressure. And when momentum shifts, most players don’t know how to stop it. That changes now. From Inspirational #1 Selling Author Grant Grinnell — with 47 years of competitive coaching experience and 11 published books — comes the most complete on-court correction ...

Whether you're a junior rising through the ranks, a competitive tournament player, or a dedicated coach, The Competitive Tennis Player’s Playbook: Train with Purpose, Compete with Confidence: Mental, Tactical, and Technical Training for Junior & Competitive Athletes is your complete roadmap to peak performance. This powerful training companion delivers a blend of mental strategies, tactical systems, technical drills, and self-assessment tools — all grounded in real on-court experience. Liv Laine is a dedicated tennis athlete and lifelong learner of the game. From her early years on the ...

Do you want a completely new perspective on the metaphysical nature of tennis? Torben Ulrich is known by some as the first player of the inner game. In your hunger for something different, and to know a fascinating character in the game, get to know him in this conversation. Learn about his unique training rituals. Find out about his basis for ball playing. Discover an amazing moment in parenting helping his son discover whether to play tennis more music, then founding one of the most influential rock bands in history. Learn to appreciate some of the precious moments in tennis.

What if you could reach peak performance…all the time? “Scott has devoted his entire professional career to understanding and mastering the zone in tennis. His training system is both effective and practical. His approach clearly demonstrates the importance of visualization in achieving peak performance.” – Dr. Jim Loehr, author of The Power of Full Engagement Flow, the zone, peak performance…there are different names for it, but you know how powerful it is when you’re there. Conventional coaching wisdom says there is no reliable formula to reach that state, but Scott Ford is ...

Bestselling author Frank Giampaolo wrote The Psychology of Tennis Parenting to provide the athlete, parent, and coach with an indispensable road map to maximizing the athlete’s potential at a quicker rate. The Psychology of Tennis Parenting is the successor of The Tennis Parent’s Bible (Volume 1 & 2). Frank offers profound insights into the most critical and challenging issues in developing champions. This book is a must-read for any coach, athlete, or parent interested in significantly improving the game’s software (mental/emotional) components.

This book is for every player who feels stuck and frustrated by lack of improvement. It is the perfect guide to understanding and developing every aspect of the game.