Background Born in South Africa, and now resident in the USA, Chris Haggard turned pro in 1993. He spent 15 years on the ATP Tour and excelled at doubles to reach career-high No. 19 ranking. Chris stayed in Top 50 for over a decade and won 7 ATP ti…
Background Dennis Ralston is a right-handed, former American tennis legend whose playing career spanned the 1960s and 1970s. After numerous NCAA titles and USC, he won five major doubles crowns and Davis Cup wins for the United States both as a pla…
My name is Joe, and I am, amongst other things, the father of a UK-based junior tennis player called Otto Friedlein. I play tennis myself but have never competed at a high level. I do, however, have extensive experience of being a ‘tennis dad.…
Let's face it, unlike tennis racquets and strings, most people take tennis balls for granted. There are 325 million tennis balls sold globally each year and 125 million sold in the US. They must be all the same right? If they are all Inte…
Unquestionably, 2020 has proved itself to be a challenging year for all of us. With second waves of Covid-19 and more lockdowns in many places across the globe, it can be difficult to see the glimmers of light in the darkness. From a tennis pe…
We take a look at some of the most interesting and unusual stats and facts from the world of tennis. Here are 20 interesting tennis facts you can use to surprise your friends. Tennis records 1. What is the record for the fastest tennis serve? J…
Keeping fit is vital for all ages, but it’s especially important for the older generation. Finding a way to remain active as you age can be difficult as you start to see that the limits of your body are hampering your ability. It’s likel…
Leading Strength and Conditioning Coach, Jonny Fraser, leads you through ten amazing warm-up exercises to get you ready to play your best tennis. Warming up for any tennis athlete is important for both injury reduction and performance. Rese…
Finding the best grip for your situation can be challenging. Some players' hands sweat continuously, others do not sweat at all. Some players like to feel the racquet 'glued' to their hands, others make a ton of grip changes, and want the racquet to…
For beginners, it can take time to pick up any sport. Whether it’s tennis, pop tennis, pickleball, or something completely different, the first few months can be tough. It can be easy for new players to get disheartened in the early stage of l…
The popularity of Pickleball has grown substantially over the past few years and, with 4 million players, it’s now one of the fastest-growing sports in the USA. However, there's confusion about many aspects of the sport. With that in mind, we&…
With significant changes to our lives on a daily basis, the world is trying to come to terms with social distance measures as a result of the COVID-19 lockdown. With face masks and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) becoming the new ‘no…
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports in the USA with the popularity of the game rising dramatically in recent years. The sport has seen a rise in players of all ages and abilities with growth in both the professional game and…
Working with high-level players always seems to get the biggest spotlight. Social media outlets are full of coaches either showcasing the development of their students or dissecting film of the world’s greatest players. I will admit that even …
Who am I? Well, I find that bit rather boring. For the record, I am Director of U10 Tennis, Polo Tennis & Fitness Club, President of the Capital Area Tennis Association, and member of the USTA Texas Junior Council - and Tennisletics Amba…
What is Pickleball? Pickleball is a sport that has skyrocketed in popularity across the world in recent years. It’s a paddle sport that combines numerous aspects from various racquet sports such as tennis, platform tennis, and table tennis. T…
Everyone knows the best way to improve at anything in life is to practice consistently, the same goes for tennis. The more hours a player puts in on the court the quicker they will develop as they begin to learn and master new skills. However, takin…
Every parent wants to see their child prosper in all aspects of their life. It’s natural instinct. As a parent, the pride you feel watching your child succeed is unbeatable. When it comes to sports, including racquet sports, there is a fine li…
Sadly, tennis elbow is an all too common tennis injury. It is estimated that 50% of tennis players will be affected by the condition at some point during their tennis career, and most commonly affects those aged between 30 and 50. We have previously…
Lateral epicondylitis, more commonly known as tennis elbow, is the weakening of tendons in your forearm that results in pain around your elbow joint. The tendons that connect your forearm muscles to your elbow joint gradually weaken as a result…
Most synthetic guts are made with nylon (also referred to as polyamides). There are different grades of nylon with varying levels of feel. Synthetic gut strings deliver a good combination of playability and durability at a very reasonable price. Th…
Multifilament strings have universal appeal for all levels and are typically more comfortable than solid core strings due to the cushioning effect of hundreds or even thousands of microfibers. They have a high level of playability and are especially…
The season of giving is upon us with the holidays just around the corner. Finding the perfect gifts for the special people in your life can be a difficult task, especially for the person who has everything. To help ease any headaches we’ve pul…
Maintaining motivation and enthusiasm can be one of the biggest challenges for any athlete, especially for those that have competed for a long time. When a player first takes up a sport they’re likely to be excited to participate as often as p…