by MAckenzie Purchase | Jul 25, 2019 | Coaches Corner
A crucial part of coaching is learning how to accurately read your player so you know where to adjust their form and technique. In some cases, trying to “fix” your player can end up being detrimental to their current strengths and style of play. It is important to...
by MAckenzie Purchase | Jul 19, 2019 | Coaches Corner
Due to the quick pace and sudden weight changes of the game, tennis players at any level are highly prone to injuries. If your athlete is dealing with the long, unwanted journey of an injury, help them understand the road in front of them and the tools they need to...
by MAckenzie Purchase | Jul 12, 2019 | Coaches Corner
The “coaching carousal” is something we have seen at all levels of tennis. Whether it’s beginner or pro, sometimes a split is inevitable. For coaches, it can often be emotionally difficult to hear that your athlete wants to seek out other instruction. But even in a...
by MAckenzie Purchase | Jul 1, 2019 | Coaches Corner
The uncontrollable nature of weather has the ability to test the mental toughness of even the strongest players. From a coaching perspective, knowing how to keep your player in the correct mindset, though not to over-coach them, can be a real test. Having to come...
by MAckenzie Purchase | Jun 17, 2019 | Coaches Corner
There are many external factors on the court that lie outside of an athlete’s control. While elements such as weather or court conditions can inhibit performance, the one thing that athletes can always control is how they prepare themselves. When it comes to...
by Kylie Klotzbach | May 27, 2019 | Coaches Corner
Brought to you by TennisPal You would be hard-pressed to find a professional tennis player who does not execute the volley with exceptional technique and prowess. According to High-Performance Tennis Specialist and head coach of the Martin Methodist University men’s...