- Bolt beats Messi, Federer to top award - TVNZTelegraph.co.ukBolt beats Messi, Federer to top awardTVNZWilliams won the sportswoman of the year award after reclaiming top sport in the world tennis rankings as well as winning Wimbledon and the Australian Open. ...Bolt retains Laureus Sportsman awardCNN InternationalBolt, Williams win Sportsman, Sportswoman awards for 2009AFPJamaica's Bolt, Serena Wi […]
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- Davis Cup in World of Trouble - FanHouseThe Nation, PakistanDavis Cup in World of TroubleFanHouseThe International Tennis Federation, which oversees the Davis Cup, is in a feud with the top players, and it's not going to end well for the ITF. ...Tennis NZ await Davis Cup decisionStuff.co.nzOfficials demand NZ play in PakistanSydney Morning HeraldSaeed Hai wants fairplay from ITFAssociated Pre […]
- The Laureus awards and Brett Favre - Universal Sports (blog)Stuff.co.nzThe Laureus awards and Brett FavreUniversal Sports (blog)Tennis star Kim Clijsters, the 2009 US Open winner after taking two years off and becoming a mom, winner Wednesday of the 2009 Laureus comeback award, ...Grand Slam Queen Serena Williams Wins Record Third Laureus World Sports AwardAround the Rings (subscription)Monica Seles recalls pain of b […]
- BNP Paribas Open Sponsors Tennis Ball Recycling Program - MarketWatch (press release)Yahoo! EurosportBNP Paribas Open Sponsors Tennis Ball Recycling ProgramMarketWatch (press release)BNP Paribas is encouraging tennis players everywhere to bring their old tennis balls to the BNP Paribas Open and recycle them to keep old balls out of ...Larry Ellison a hero for Indian Wells tennisLos Angeles TimesLarry Ellison's Other Sporting Passion: Te […]
- Blake remains interesting case study in tennis expectations - SI.comBlake remains interesting case study in tennis expectationsSI.comRegarding Wednesday's question about famous parent-child tennis tandems, how could you forget Vera and Helena Sukova? Both Grand Slam singles finalists and ...and more » […]
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- Is Elena Dementieva's window closing? - ESPN (blog)Jakarta GlobeIs Elena Dementieva's window closing?ESPN (blog)We all know that without the Williams sisters, the women's draw at the BNP Paribas Open is wide open. Kim Clijsters and Justine ...Weekly net post: Tennis serves up its March madnessUSA TodayTennis, Economic, or Player Recession?Sports CentralClijsters balancing work and family life prett […]
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- Women's tennis hit by sponsor's strategy change - Wall Street JournalReuters South AfricaWomen's tennis hit by sponsor's strategy changeWall Street Journal... in strategy was behind a decision to drop its title sponsorship of the WTA Tour as part of a new, reduced deal with the Women's Tennis Assocation. ...Return stroke: Sony Ericsson dealFinancial Timesall 98 news articles » […]
Archive for July, 2009
Tennis Equipment – Grips and Tapes
This year I have discovered after years of playing tennis with a conventional Continental grip that I was behind the times. Today, tennis players are making adjustments in their grips to better their tennis games. My tennis instructor has informed me that if I want to improve, I will have to learn some new grips. He explained to my teammates and myself that if we wanted to compete on a level playing field; we need to put more variety in our game.
To be successful, you have to be willing to make a change. Go out and experiment with different grips and find one that is suited for you. Everyone has their own favorite grip, for example, Roger Federer uses a modified Eastern grip. His grip is more conservative than most of the top players who lean toward the Western grip. Be mindful when you shop for tennis equipment to use grips and tape to keep your grip from slipping.
Tennis Equipment – Grips and Tapes
This year I have discovered after years of playing tennis with a conventional Continental grip that I was behind the times.
Tennis Books
Whenever I watch tennis today, I often wonder what was it like to be the first person of color to win a major championship.
Improving Tennis Skill with Equipment
When playing tennis, it’s important to have the right equipment to become a skilled player. While a professional could school an amateur even if their racquet was a shovel, when two amateurs face off, the one with the right tennis equipment will have an edge.
The right tennis equipment starts with shoes. Tennis shoes should be lightweight, and provide great traction on a wide range of surfaces including concrete, clay, and grass. Tennis shoes should fit snug to the feet, and never feel abrasive. It’s also a good idea to have tennis sunglasses, as this can reduce glare from the court, and help to pinpoint the ball even when it is in the sun. When it comes to tennis apparel, lightweight clothes that don’t restrict movement are the best. The tennis racquet is the final piece of equipment, and the most important. A good tennis racquet is balanced, and has a certain heft to it. Try out a lot of different tennis racquets to find the right one, and stick with it!
Best Sports for Fitness
Let’s face it, playing a sport is a heck of a lot more fun than running on a treadmill. In fact, sports can be a great way to lose weight and get in better shape. There are some sports that tend to be more active than others. Soccer is a sport where just about everyone is constantly moving around, and thus, soccer is one of the best sports for fitness. Unfortunately, getting together a soccer game can be a little bit difficult, as it requires at least ten players, five on each side, to be fun and not too tedious with the amount of running around. Tennis is another great option for people who want to get in shape. Even tennis training requires a lot of movement, and as a whole, tennis can improve reflexes, arm strength, and burn calories at a rampant pace. Basketball is another great way to burn calories, but it’s important to play one on one, and avoid games like HORSE that just involve shooting.
When it comes to exercise, just about any activity that involves a lot of footwork and moving around is one that will burn calories. In fact, plain running is one of the most effective fitness activities on the planet, but it can be a little boring!
Tennis Equipment – Tennis On Campus
Tennis is not just available to professional and recreational players, it has also expanded to high school as well. In 2006, there were approximately 50,000 varsity tennis players, but only a few went on to play varsity college tennis. A program started by the USTA, National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association and World Team Tennis have started a partnership to make tennis accessible to college tennis players called “Tennis on Campus.”
This is a great way to instill in high school and college tennis players the many benefits that tennis offers. If you would like to know if your school or your child’s school has a recreational tennis program, contact its intramural or recreational sports department. And by all means, make sure that you have the proper tennis equipment.
Tennis Equipment – Tennis On Campus
2007 GLVC Tennis Champions
Tennis Bags
The Tennis Channel has an info-commercial called “What’s in Your Bag.”
The Mental Game
A winning attitude is the ability to win graciously and to lose with dignity.