Muscles: The Story of Ken Rosewall
The Australian tennis player Ken Rosewall is one of the most accomplished and enduring players in tennis history. He possessed tremendous versatility on the courtRead More
Outside the Lines and Early Variations
Last week we examined S.C.F. Peile’s thoughts on various court surfaces shared in his 1887 book, ‘Lawn Tennis as a Game of Skill.’ The chapterRead More
Frankenstein Walk
The storyline in the first season of the Netflix docuseries ‘Break Point’ has finally advanced to the hallowed grounds of Wimbledon. Episode 6 includes aRead More
Tennis News: January 8, 2024
From Rod Laver Arena’s versatile configuration shifts to a home slam wildcard snub, and Ash Barty enjoying tennis as a spectator, catch the latest inRead More
Trust the Process
“Trust the process” is a phrase commonly used in sports, particularly in the context of development and improvement. It encapsulates the philosophy that athletes andRead More
Strength Through Adversity
It’s most likely an urban legend, but some people claim that the trees that grow in the closed ecological environment of Biosphere 2 topple overRead More
Luck, Curiosity, and Tennis
Luck is an interesting concept. Many people regard good fortune as pure chance and random occurrences that are beyond control. I have always embraced theRead More
Back to the Zone: Sport and Inner Experiences
The January book selections reflect a strong Australian influence as the professional tours compete in the “land down under.” First up is ‘Back to theRead More
S.C.F. Peile on Court Surfaces
The “Courts, Nets, and Appurtenances” chapter in S.C.F. Peile’s ‘Lawn Tennis as a Game of Skill‘ book details his thoughts on the court surfaces thatRead More
Wrist Circles for Muscle Activation
Once upon a time, I ruptured a tendon in my racquet hand wrist. The orthopedic surgeon recommended six weeks off, but the best I couldRead More