USTA 35 by ’35: Giving Tennis Players Room to Grow
Yesterday, I wrote about the USTA’s goal of reaching 35 million tennis players by 2035, along with my concern about what happens when a highlyRead More
USTA 35 by ’35: Are We Measuring the Right Things?
A couple of weeks ago, I tested positive for Covid. My symptoms remained mild, but the Trophy Husband is still undergoing chemotherapy, which periodically compromisesRead More
THE RACQUET STRINGER: A Prodigy’s Tale
The Racquet Stringer by Chris Merrill starts with a somewhat absurd premise. Brock Armstrong, a high-performance junior player, suddenly remembers he neglected to get his racquetsRead More
The Code, Principle 15: Even an Obvious Out Ball Needs a Call
Many years ago, my daughter was playing a junior tennis match when her opponent so badly mishit a second serve that it landed outside theRead More
Kneeling Medicine Ball Wall Slams for Tennis
Every Tuesday, this site looks at a training or technology concept that shapes how tennis is played. Lately, I have been spending a fair amountRead More
Tennis Beyond the Headlines: September 14, 2026
The US Open’s late-night scheduling, growing crowds, and expanding spectacle dominate this week’s tennis news, raising questions about how much the tournament can change withoutRead More
2027 Fort Worth USTA League Regulations: What Changed?
Yesterday we reviewed updates to the local USTA League Regulations for the upcoming 2027 season in Dallas, one of my local leagues. To round outRead More
New Year, New Rules: What Changed in Dallas USTA League Tennis for 2027
In my local area, the arrival of the Fall USTA League season was heralded by messages from the Dallas Tennis Association (DTA) announcing the releaseRead More
Rules Are Better Tested Before They Become Rules
A little over a week ago, I received a draft of a new “Captains’ Quick Guide” for the USTA Women’s Team Intersectionals. This new rulebookRead More
Will the US Open Ever Produce Another Anniversary Book Like This?
The USTA credentialed over 100 social media influencers for this year’s US Open, a decision that drew noticeable attention from the traditional press. Some ofRead More