Want a simple way to level up your game fast? The tennis ball you choose can change how your body feels, how fast you learn, and whether practice builds confidence or fear. We sit down...
What do you do if your opponents are only hitting to the lower rated player? What are some tactics for playing against higher level players? Francie Barragan is here to give advice for playing combo...
Do you ever have trouble playing people that hit with less pace? Why is it so difficult to play against lower rated players? Francie Barragan is here to give advice for playing combo or across...
Tennis doesn’t have to feel exclusive or overly serious to be a real workout. We’re joined by Michele Krause to share the vision behind National Hit To Be Fit Weekend (May 15 to 17), a...
Ever wondered why a simple game of tennis can sometimes feel like navigating a social maze? Have you ever thought your opponent didn’t have very good tennis manners? Tennis, and especially adult recreational tennis, is...
Jenifer Tucker returns to discuss tennis urban legends for USTA Leagues. We tackle misconceptions about lineup requirements, self-rate disqualifications, and the mysterious NTRP algorithm that determines your tennis rating. You can learn more about ratings...
Ever wondered how self-rating works in USTA tennis? 🎾 We were thrilled to speak to Jenifer Tucker about self rates. Jenifer is Vice President of the USTA Southern Board of Directors. She also currently...
Tired of awkward standoffs after a stray ball? Gin joins Carolyn and Erin to unpack the rule, the gray areas, and why “second serve only” might be best. Listen now—where do you stand? Here’s a...
Dave and Tom are back with us talking about additional “Annoying Situations on the Tennis Court – Part Two”. Carolyn came up with a list of things that are annoying to her when playing. She...
If you play adult recreational tennis, you are bound to face some annoying situations on the court. Tom and Dave are with us to discuss what they find annoying. We have figured out quickly by...