Why Tennis Is Better Played This Way
Every Wednesday, this site examines a rule or governing principle that shapes how tennis is actually played, particularly in the self-officiated environments where most recreationalRead More
The Amazing EMU: The Technology Behind the Australian Open Heat Policy
Every Tuesday, this site examines a training or technology topic that shapes how tennis is played. Sometimes those two concepts are inseparable. Other times, theRead More
Tennis Beyond the Headlines: February 9, 2026
A weekly tennis news roundup reflecting on the Australian Open, Carlos Alcaraz’s career Grand Slam, and the sport’s enduring values and communities. The Enduring ImpactRead More
Tennis Glow-Up: Avoiding Burnout
This post closes the February installment of the Tennis Glow-Up series, which has focused on discipline as a foundation for sustainable engagement. Friday defined discipline as structureRead More
Tennis Glow-Up: Trust the Process
This post is the second entry in February’s Tennis Glow-Up series, which focuses on the importance of discipline. Yesterday’s post framed discipline as structure, the systems thatRead More
Tennis Glow-Up: Discipline versus Motivation
This post opens the February installment of the Tennis Glow-Up series, a year-long exploration structured around three connected posts published over the first full weekend of eachRead More
1 responseA People’s History of Tennis
A People’s History of Tennis by David Berry is a reminder that the history of the sport looks very different depending on where you choose toRead More
What “Benefit of the Doubt” Really Means
Every Wednesday, this site examines a rule or governing principle that shapes how tennis is actually played, particularly in the self-officiated environments where most recreationalRead More
1 responseWhat’s the Big Whoop?
I am wired to love data analytics. The metrics that provide feedback appeal to the part of my brain that craves understanding of how thingsRead More
Tennis Beyond the Headlines: February 2, 2026
Australian Open off-court highlights, extreme heat impacts, player privacy concerns, and a new round of Serena Williams speculation. How the Australian Open Served Up MoreRead More