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The Method of “The Timing Correction”
The Method of “The Timing Correction” By Maxim Fillipov One of the most challenging aspects of the game to control in tennis is timing. Timing in tennis is the order of actions performed by a player before their racket hits the ball. Timing depends on technical,...
The Method of “The Timing correction”
The Method of “The Timing correction” By Maxim Fillipov One of the most challenging aspects of the game to control in tennis is timing. Timing in tennis is the order of actions performed by a player before their racket hits the ball. Timing depends on technical,...
COSTLY COACHING MISTAKES AND HOW TO AVOID THEM
Coaches love to fix things. Over the years, I have changed my approach to the way I go about improving a players game. As a young coach, I thought coaching was mainly about improving weaknesses, making sure there were no holes in my player's game. For example, a...
The three most essential areas players must focus on to succeed (off-court)
There is no magical formula guaranteeing that a player will become a professional tennis player. However, there are vital areas that must be addressed if they want to give themself their best chance at success. Many of us are pretty aware of what we need to be doing...
Feel Good Play Good
Circa 2016- The introduction of Craig O’Shannessy’s revolutionary research into how matches are won and lost signaled to the tennis world that the practice court environment was broken. The stats showed, and continue to show, that an overwhelming majority of points...
Keys to On Court Coaching
For better or for worse, on court coaching can undoubtedly alter the trajectory of a tennis match. Here are some key things to remember in striving to steer your player toward success during a changeover: Establish a Connection In Women’s tennis, successful coaching...
What do players think about during the change of ends?
What do players think about during the change of ends? Some take out their pre-match notes, others put a towel over their head and some like to do some form of meditation. We asked WTA tour player Francesca Di Lorenzo what routines she goes through on the change of...
Gaining the Courage to hit a Down the Line Ball – A Must in Tennis
This week the WTCA asked WTA tour player Francesca Di Lorenzo a curly question! Having the confidence to hit the ball down the line is essential! Many players fall into the trap of playing the waiting game, sitting back in the cross-court rally waiting for their...
Dealing With Matches you ‘Should’ win on Paper
It’s match day, you are playing someone that you feel like you should beat. What are some of the things/voices that come into your head ADDING pressure and what do you do to combat them, what’s your thought process for on paper should win matches? My mindset with...
Junior Parents – What is Your Role on the Team?
Many girls report to their coaches that when they win their parent/s will be in a better mood. Players suggest things such as “I get more attention when I win” and “My parents get really angry when I lose.” A supporting role is critical to a player’s success. Tennis...
Players: Does Your Coach Really Care?
Let's face it tennis can be a pretty expensive sport. Most of the time the player/coach relationship is one of mutual respect and many successful moments and achievements. However, there are those families and players who have invested a lot of time and money into...
10 tips for running a successful coaching business (The Little Things)
Many things help coaches run a successful business. Some are incredibly obvious to some but completely overlooked by others. Here are 10 simple tips that can help coaches. Thanks to Terry Stone from Grace Park Hawthorn Club for sharing his insights. 1. Arrive early...
The Simple Rule of Tennis – The Ball Must go in!
It seems like a pretty basic premise; if you want to win a tennis match, the ball must land inside the court. However, time after time, coaching forums fail to state the obvious, which is the basic principle of tennis. Regardless of how technically sound a stoke is,...
Top 5 Things People Should Look For In A Coach
It’s easy to find a tennis coach. But how do you know if they are the right choice, what should players be looking for when it comes to hiring a new coach? Although there is no magic formula and sometimes doing a few on-court sessions is the only way to evaluate the...
Match Preparation 5 Tips for Success
Matchday can be stressful for a lot of athletes. Tennis can be somewhat unpredictable; you might play the best match of your life and walk away second best. It's all about controlling the controllable. Of course, strategy and game plans are critical pieces of the...