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Check out Fuzzy Yellow Balls for great tips on improving your tennis game – singles or doubles! Their instructional videos are some of the best we’ve watched for improving your strategy or a particular shot. They talk to the experts … Continue reading

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Dealing with Nerves by Leslie Airola Murveit

Before the point begins, clear your mind of previous points by taking a deep breath.  Take a few seconds to create positive body posture so that you can focus on and perform your usual ready-position routine. Leslie Airola Murveit, in 2010 … Continue reading

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Service Return Tip by Kathy Barnes

When returning serve, to get a jump start on the return, stand in a little closer to the service line on the second serve.  Try to beat the ball in crossing over the service line by catching it early before it … Continue reading

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Improving Your Serve Percentage by Pat Van der Meer

Practicing your serve on your own is a good way to get the jump on your opponents. Divide the court into boxes using chalk, you can build up your accuracy and gain confidence by serving 10 balls at a time … Continue reading

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Improving Outside the Lines by Sarah Riske

My husband begs for lessons every day.  He started playing 3 years ago and recently got bumped to a 4.0.  I’d like to say his progress is from my coaching, but he’s a natural athlete and effortlessly excels at any sport … Continue reading

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