This is an upper level footwork drill designed for juniors who are looking to improve their game and increase tournament play skills. The drill can be used with a friend, coach, or on your own.

The key to hitting a great shot in tennis is preparation.  If a player is unprepared for a shot, the ball will not go where they expect.  In fact, the result may be an out of control shot.   This article addresses preparation and the importance of a split step.  For those players that are unfamiliar with the split step, I will give an in-depth explanation and talk about when it should be used.

The key to a great second serve is consistency. Between 4 and 8 points per set are lost by the average player. Therefore, between 2 and 4 total service games are wasted during a match. There are several solutions to this problem.

There is a misconception that top players play flat on hard courts. The latest research, which was done during tournaments on hard court surfaces, which you can see in www.advancedtennis.com, a non-profit endeavor, will show you that top players included on that study, such as Agassi and Pete Sampras, Venus Williams, hit their groundstrokes with plenty of topspin, well above the 1,500 RPM.

This articles is great for players who are beginning to play matches and are building control on shots. The article lays out what exactly a drop shot is and some advice on how and when to use it.

This articles is a must for players who are within their first several months of playing tennis or for players at any level who have never taken a lesson. This article lays out the fundamentals of the stroke and is an absolute must.

USE MORE SPIN TO REIN NERVES IN FROM TENNISOXYGEN.COM One of the biggest differences between intermediate and advanced player is how they handle their nerves in difficult situations. The more nervous a lower level player gets the more likely he or she will “push” the ball caused by the deceleration of the racquet. In contrast, a nervous advanced player will hit the ball with more spin caused by the acceleration of the racquet. That’s right, advanced players get nervous too. It is only natural to want to do less with the racquet and shorten your stroke in order to “play it safe” but that false sense of security will only make your shot more tentative and it will stunt your growth as a tennis player. With a shortened stroke you can’t create spin. Advanced players have realized that spin is what controls the ball. For more great stroke and doubles strategy tips go to www.tennisoxygen.com

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I have really good strokes but i get really really tired. i want to improve my fitness and my footwork on my backhand side.... i cant chase balls when its on the backhand but i can hit almost every ball on the forehand. how do i improve?