Tennis Strategy

You want to amp up your doubles game. Maybe you want to win your Saturday morning match more than once a month, or you’re slipping down the pecking order on your league team. What do you do? If you’re like most recreational players, you double down on improving your strokes. You sign up for lessons, serve buckets of balls, and drill your backhand. While all of these steps are good and will help your game, you won’t see the results you’re looking for as quickly as you would like. Doubles is much more than the sum of your strokes. While you want to have some combination of a steady ...

This phenomenally successful guide has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Not just for tennis players, or even just for athletes in general, this handbook works for anybody who wants to improve their performance in any activity, from playing music to getting ahead at work.

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 ...

This book is not about how to hit the tennis ball. It’s about where to hit the ball, when, and why. It focuses on playing tennis strategically, which is the quickest and best way to raise your game to the next level. For recreational players, developing a strategic approach to the game is the single, most transformative step you can take. In this book, you will learn how to take advantage of the strengths in your game, how to minimize your weaknesses, and how to attack your opponent’s game. Most tennis players start by focusing on the mechanics of their strokes. That makes sense. If you...

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 say it’s an obstacle you probably never thought of: The ball. The whole point of tennis is to hit the ball over the net and in, so how can the ball be the thing that’s standing in the way? In fact, this is why the ball is such an impediment: your desire to hit a good shot, with the right mix of power and spin, to a specific spot on the court, prevents you from striking the ball the way you should.

Discover the winning secrets of top professional tennis players...and finally do some winning yourself! Have you just started learning how to play tennis? Worried about looking like a fool on the court, barely able to win a single point? If you’re serious about improving your game and being able to play toe-to-toe against seasoned players, here’s the perfect solution for you. This audiobook for new tennis players will provide you with all the knowledge you need to not just play the game...but excel in it.

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 ...

There have been other biographies of Roger Federer, but never one with this kind of access to the man himself, his support team, and the most prominent figures in the game, including such rivals as Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Roddick. In The Master, New York Times correspondent Christopher Clarey sits down with Federer and those closest to him to tell the story of the greatest player in men's tennis.

If you’re new to the game of tennis and want to go from neophyte to know-it-all, then this audiobook is for you! Tennis is a challenging and fun game, both mentally and physically. It is popular with women and men, and can be played by small children and retirees alike at varying levels of competitiveness. If you’ve just recently begun playing, you may find the sport a bit disorienting, especially when it comes to serving accurately and controlling your shots.

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 ...

You have probably reached a point of pain in your net game, something has triggered your curiosity about the secrets of coming forward to finish, or you have a solid drive to gain every advantage you can. You want to go to the net to get the most out of an aggressive game. People always use the word ‘secret,’ but it's only a secret if you don't know it. All secrets will be revealed, and everything in this book is born from feeling the pain, knowing the problems, and finding practical, doable solutions that are valid and relevant solutions. I Know Your Pain! You Might Be Thinking Like ...

Master your mind on the court • Win the psychological game of tennis Why do some players win the big points, while others choke in the clutch? Why do some players rise above their physical limitations to win tournaments, while other, more talented players bow out in the first round? The exceptional players have a secret weapon: They’ve mastered the psychology of tennis. They know how to watch their thoughts, and take control of their mind. They know their ego is not a friend, but an enemy on the court. They also have personal insight about how their mind works, and they know how to ...

A practical guide on how to win more matches by becoming a more efficient and effective competitor. As a tennis player you have the ability to play better matches and win more of them. The Art of Winning Tennis gives you a system to improve. We start with the individual game of the set itself. Our system looks at how you move better physically and mentally from shot to shot and point to point.

This audiobook will show you tested methods to make you psychologically strong and give you the ability to deal with any situation on the tennis court. You can take control of the moments that matter by becoming mentally strong. Master the inner game and you will master tennis and take your game to the next level.

Do you have a young athlete in your life striving for success but struggling with the mental challenges of competition? In high-pressure sports, talent and physical ability are only part of the equation. The difference between winning and losing often comes down to mastering the mental game. In "The Mental Game for Competitive Juniors," Clay Mize offers a comprehensive guide tailored specifically for young athletes who want to sharpen their mental skills and gain a competitive edge. Packed with practical strategies, this book delves into the psychology of sports, helping juniors develop the...

Alpha Tennis Blueprint Neuroscience, Strategy & Mindset for Total Court Dominance by Kevin L. Michel Command the Court Before the First Ball Is Struck Every match is two battles in one: the rally you see on the scoreboard and the primal status duel that unfolds in posture, gaze, and brain chemistry. Alpha Tennis Blueprint shows you how to win both. Drawing on breakthrough neuroscience, cutting-edge performance psychology, and the hard lessons of modern legends, Kevin L. Michel delivers a step-by-step manual for imposing your will—from the opening handshake to the final handshake. Inside ...

Do you want to play your BEST TENNIS and WIN MORE MATCHES ? Then ''Boost Your Tennis Game'' book is exactly what you need! This book will help you to enjoy tennis like never before. You will learn many useful tips, drills, strategies and mindsets used by Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and other tennis professionals to play their best and win more matches. In this book certified tennis coach and ATP ranked tennis player Rihards Emulins shares his own playing and coaching experience, as well as dozens of easy to implement tips about all main aspects of tennis: Technique Fitness Strategy ...

Introducing "Mastering the Court," the ultimate resource for anyone passionate about improving their tennis game! This comprehensive eBook is packed with innovative strategies, invaluable insights, and practical advice that will elevate your performance on the court, regardless of your current skill level or experience. Dive into "Mastering the Court" and discover the secrets to: - Refining your techniques and skills to create a solid foundation for your game - Unleashing powerful serves that leave your opponents scrambling - Developing lightning-fast reflexes and a tactical mind for ...

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 ...