What do you do when your opponent hits the ball low and short? Why, brush and cut, of course! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, tip, rock and rally, podcast, career, aggressive, mindset, brush, cut, slice, topspin, underspin, net, midcourt, short, flat, arsenal, variety, versatility, advanced, intermediate, Federer
Tennis Tip #34: Add A Brush And Cut To Your Arsenal!
2017 Australian Open Preview
The 2017 Australian Open is set to kick off another exciting year of Grand Slam play. Can Kerber defend her title? Can Serena win her 23rd Grand Slam singles title? Will it be Murray vs. Djokovic (again) in the finals? What are Federer’s and Nadal’s chances? Who will have a breakthrough tournament? Share with us…
Tennis Tip #33: Being Intense Vs. Being Tense!
Intensity is often considered a positive attribute for tennis. Can one be “too intense”? Listen to our podcast as we share our insights on intensity, and why it can be your friend, as well as your enemy! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, tip, rock and rally, podcast, career,…
Tennis Tip #32: Aggression – It’s a Good Thing!
In tennis, we frequently talk about “maintaining an aggressive mindset” or “playing aggressively”. Unfortunately, the notion of aggression is often misunderstood by players to mean bludgeoning the ball; or trying to hit every line; or going for hero shots. Listen to our podcast as we share our insights on aggression, and why aggression is a…
Match Points Q&A – Segment #2
Welcome to another “Match Points Q&A” segment (#2) where we answer questions from our listeners! In this episode, we share insights on why some players struggle against “junk ballers”; what to spend your practice time; and give our take on the one-handed versus two-handed backhand. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section….
Tennis Tip #31: When Playing An Unconventional Opponent, Make It All About U!
Do you get frustrated and thrown off of your game by players with unconventional or unorthodox strokes and shots? Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights on how to play against unorthodox players. Tags: tennis, tip, rock and rally, podcast, career, unorthodox, unconventional, continental, forehand, rapper, recognition, anticipation, positioning, preparation, execution,…
Tennis Tip #30: Apply “SPF” To Beat The Seasoned Player!
Attention all young(er) tennis players! Are you getting humbled at the hands of players who are significantly older, more experienced and crafty? Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights on how to play against wily and more mature players. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, spf, smart, positive, focus, skill,…
ATP 2016 Recap; Looking Ahead To 2017!
What an incredible finale to 2016 on the ATP Tour! Congratulations to Andy Murray for finishing the year as the Number One ranked player! What can we expect to see on the ATP Tour in 2017? Can Djokovic reclaim the top spot? Will 2017 be the last serious runs at the majors for Federer and…
WTA: Recapping 2016; Looking Ahead To 2017
After an unpredictable 2016 season, what can we expect to see on the WTA in 2017? Can Kerber hang on to Number One? Can Serena win another major? Will Madison Keys break through and win her first major? Watch out for Sharapova! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock…
Tennis Tip #29: Keep It In Play; Then Make Them Pay!
Do you often try to hit winners at inopportune times? Listen to our podcast as we share our insights regarding going on the offensive. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Excerpt from podcast: ——– From beginners to advanced level players, and even to the some of the pro players, the temptation…
Match Points Q&A – Segment #1
Introducing our new, “Match Points” segment where we answer questions from our listeners! In this episode, we share insights on game improvement; the volley; and discuss the “must have” skill or shot necessary for success in today’s game. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Excerpt: I’d like to answer some of…
Tennis Tip #28: Be The Boss Of Your Toss!
Understand the keys to developing a reliable and consistent ball toss. Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights on how to be the boss of your toss! Examples of incorrect and correct ways to hold the ball: Holding the ball in the palm of your hand; fingers scrunched close…
HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! Tennis Tip #27: How To Kill A Zombie (Arm)!
Halloween Special podcast! Do you utilize your non-hitting arm? Or do you have a “zombie” arm? Listen to our podcast as we share our insights on how to kill the zombie arm! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. EXCERPT from podcast: Zombie arm refers to the non-dominant or non-hitting arm that…
Tennis Tip #26: Vary The Height! Win The Fight!
Changing the eye level of the ball by varying the height of the ball on your shots can be a very effective component to add to your stroke pattern and strategy. Listen to our podcast as we discuss the importance of varying the height of the shot. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments…
Tennis Tip #25: Don’t Sell Short The Short Ball!
Most tennis players have heard the advice: “Hit your shots deep into the court!” While that is sound advice, hitting offensive-oriented short balls can be a very effective component to add to your stroke pattern and strategy. Listen to our podcast as we discuss the value of the short ball. Share with us your thoughts below…
Tennis Tip #24: The Ultimate Drill For Punishing The Pusher!
Prepare to punish the pusher! Listen to our podcast as we share a key drill that help prepare you to beat the pusher. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, pusher, patience, focus, discipline, simulation, punish, uncomfortable, offensive, defensive
Tennis Tip #23: Punish the Pusher!
Stop getting pushed around by a pusher. Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights on how to beat this type of player. Punish the pusher! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, pusher, patience, focus, discipline, cut, slice, angle, lob, punish,…
U.S. Open Post-Mortem (Part 2): Wawrinka Wins! A New ‘Big Three’?
Congratulations to Stan Wawrinka for winning his 1st U.S. Open singles title, and 3rd Grand Slam singles title overall! Listen to Part 2 of our U.S. Open Post-Mortem podcast, as we share our thoughts on the Men’s game now the four majors have concluded. Is there a new “Big Three”? Share with us your thoughts…
U.S. Open Post-Mortem (Part 1): Kerber Konquers! Now, What?
Congratulations to Angelique Kerber for winning her 1st U.S. Open single title, and 2nd Grand Slam singles title overall; and to Stan Wawrinka for his 1st U.S. Open singles title, and 3rd Grand Slam singles title overall! Listen to Part 1 of our U.S. Open Post-Mortem podcast, as we share our thoughts on the Women’s…
Tennis Tip # 22: Improve Your Serve With A Little T.L.C.!
What are key ingredients to a better serve? Just add a little “T.L.C.”! Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights on this topic. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, serve, toss, leg, engagement, commitment, racket, speed, Dementieva
Tennis Tip #21: Get Your R.A.P.P.E.R. On!
Give yourself the best opportunity to compete in each and every shot of each and every rally. Get your R.A.P.P.E.R. on! Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights on this topic. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, rapper, recognize, anticipate, position, prepare, execute, ready
Tennis Tip #20: Master Your Second Serve First!
There is certainly truth to the tennis adage: “You’re only as good as your second serve.” So, do you want to improve your serve? Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights to improving your serve. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast,…
Rio Recap
Congratulations to Monica Puig and Andy Murray for winning gold in Rio! What were the takeaways from the players’ performances in Rio? Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on this topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, Rio, gold, silver, Puig,…
Tennis Tip #19: Compete Hard! No Apologies Necessary!
Should you ever apologize for competing hard and playing aggressively? Uh, no! Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on this topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, strategy, tactic, volley, overhead, aggressive, ego, emotion, entitled, Murray, compete, apology, drop shot, lob
Tennis Tip #18: Emotions – To Show Or Not To Show?
Should you show your emotions during a match? Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on this topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, being you, Serena, Federer, McEnroe, Borg, Murray, poker face, emotion
Tennis Tip #17: Play Your Best Tennis; Be Yourself!
There is a fine line between shoring up your weaknesses or adding to your arsenal of shots versus trying to adopt a style of play that may be outside of your natural scope of abilities. Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on playing your best tennis… by being you! Share with us…
Tennis Tip #16: Get A Grip on Your Serve!
Are you hitting the same predictable serves over and over? Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on how to add a little spice and variety to your serve by getting a grip (or two; or three)! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast,…
Wimbledon Post Mortem (Part Two): Murray Wins & New Takeaways
Congratulations to Andy Murray on winning his 3rd Grand Slam singles title! Listen to Part 2 of our Wimbledon Post-Mortem podcast, as we examine Murray’s Wimbledon victory, Raonic, Djokovic, and Federer; and look towards the season’s final major at the US Open. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock…
Wimbledon Post Mortem (Part One): Serena Restores Order!
Congratulations to Serena Williams for winning her 22nd Grand Slam singles title; and to Andy Murray for his 3rd Grand Slam singles title! Listen to Part 1 of our podcast, as we share our thoughts on Serena’s Wimbledon victory; and look towards the summer hard court season and US Open. Share with us your thoughts…
Tennis Tip #15: Make the Best of Your Worst Tennis!
Having one of those days when virtually nothing is going right on the tennis court? Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on making the best of your worst tennis! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, progress, goals, positives, takeaway, player, evolving
Tennis Tip #14: Get Your Chip Together!
What is one of the more forgotten and underutilized shots in the game today? It’s the “offensive chip shot”. Yeah, no chip! Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts regarding this chippy topic! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, opponent, slice, chip,…
Tennis Tip #13: Understand What Kind of Doubles Partner You Are.
Searching for that ideal doubles partner? Before you begin your search, it’s important to know what kind of doubles partner you are. Listen to our podcast as we share our “ABC”s regarding this topic. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, opponent, majors, slam, doubles,…
Tennis Tip #12: What Makes For A Successful Doubles Partnership?
What makes for a successful doubles partnership? Why, it’s the Three “C”s, of course! Listen to our podcast for our take on the age old question regarding doubles tennis. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, opponent, majors, slam, doubles, Hingis, Mirza, compatibility, communication, chemistry,…
French Open Post-Mortem (Part 2) – It’s No Djoke! Djokovic Is Unstoppable!
Congratulations to Novak Djokovic on winning the French Open, and joining what is now an “Elite Eight’ men who have completed the career Grand Slam! Listen to Part 2 of our “French Open Post-Mortem” podcast as we share our thoughts on whether anyone can stop Djokovic’s assault on the record books. Next stop: Wimbledon! Share…
French Open Post-Mortem (Part 1) – What Now, Muguruza; Serena?
Congratulations to Garbiñe Muguruza and Novak Djokovic on their French Open victories! Listen to Part 1 of our podcast as we share our thoughts on what we might expect from Muguruza and Serena for the second half of 2016. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast,…
Tennis Tip #11: Rev Up Your Rally Sessions!
Stop aimlessly hitting the ball! Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on how to get more out of your rally and hitting sessions. Make your court time count! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, opponent, goal, practice, match, forehand, crosscourt, line,…
Tennis Tip #10: Played A Poor Point? F.U.G.E.T. About It!
Have you ever let one poor shot or moment lead to a series of other poor shots that ultimately cost you the match? Listen to our podcast as we share our strategy and approach to how to quickly move forward after playing a poor shot or point, and stay focused on the present. Share with…
Tennis Tip #9: Log It & Love It!
Keeping an active tennis log can go a long way to helping you improve your game. Listen to our podcast as we discuss some of the key game elements worthy of including in your tennis log. Download our FREE tennis journal summary template on our website and fire up your tennis game! Share with us…
French Open Preview. Same Old Story; Or Is It?
So many questions; so little time! Who can stop Novak Djokovic in his quest to complete the career Grand Slam at Roland Garros, and simultaneously hold all four Major trophies? Will Serena win her 22nd Grand Slam singles title; or will a new French Open champion be crowned? Listen to our podcast as we preview…
Tennis Tip #8: Variety + Versatility = Victory!
Don’t let your tennis game be the “same old, same old”. Add variety and versatility, and achieve better results! Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on adding these critical elements to your game. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, variety, tip, instruction, versatility,…
Tennis Tip #7: Overmatched? Simplify Your Approach!
Overmatched or outclassed by your opponent? You don’t have to throw in the towel and think that you have no chance of winning! Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on how to effectively play an opponent who is a better player (than you). Share with us your thoughts below in the comments…
Update On The ATP’s “Big Four”
2016 Monte Carlo Rolex Masters recap — Nadal won for the ninth time (but is he “back”?); Djokovic lost early; Federer’s knee held up; Murray fell short. Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on the ATP’s biggest names. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: Nadal, Federer, Djokovic,…
The Sharapova Situation – Our Thoughts
Maria Sharapova failed a drug test in January 2016, testing positive for a substance that had been added to WADA’s list of prohibited substances on January 1, 2016. Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on the incident that recently rocked the tennis world. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments…
Tennis Tip #6: Exploiting Your Opponent’s Weakness
Ever have this happen to you: you’re winning your match when your opponent starts to cramp.You start “playing to his injury” and end up losing the match! Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on exploiting an opponent’s weakness or vulnerability. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: Sampras,…
Tennis Tip #5: Tennis By Numbers??
Every match you play — win or lose — contains a wealth of valuable takeaways with which you can use to improve your game. Listen to our podcast as we share our thoughts on the key to effectively extracting these nuggets from your post-match analysis whether you have simply taken good mental notes or tracked…
Tennis Rant! Stop the Homerism of Serena’s Matches!
Homerism commentating of Serena Williams’ matches are taking away from the enjoyment of watching this great champion. Stop it, please! Share your thoughts with us about this podcast in the comments section below!
Tennis Tip #4: Practice The Right Way
Are you spending most of your practice sessions working on things you are already good at? If so, stop it! Listen in on our podcast as we share our advice on getting the most out of your practice sessions. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section!
C.R.U.S.H. Your Competition!
When scouting an opponent, do you know what to look for? Listen to our podcast as we share suggestions on how to scout and C.R.U.S.H. your competition! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section.
2016: Early Impressions
As we head to the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California next week, there are a lot of questions in these few short weeks following the Australian Open. Listen in on our podcast as we share our impressions of recent developments from the ATP and WTA tours. Share with us your thoughts below in…
Tennis Rant! Top 5 Pet Peeves
In any sport, there’s always the good, the bad, and the ugly. Here are our Top 5 Tennis Pet Peeves that make us go “Arrrrrggghhh!”. What are yours? Let us know and share with us your thoughts about this podcast in the comments section below!
