THE CODE: 1995 Edition
I recently purchased a printed copy of “THE CODE” off eBay. This particular version from January 1995 confirmed my belief that the “unwritten rules ofRead More
1 responseHazel Hotchkiss Wightman
Most people think of Billie Jean King as the first true pioneer of women’s tennis, but she would be the first to tell you thatRead More
Fearless: Finding the Power to Thrive (Jelena Dokic)
Last week, I concluded my review of Jelena Dokic’s first book, Unbreakable, by observing that it felt like an unfinished story. Given the abuse she enduredRead More
Unbreakable: Jelena Dokic
Jelena Dokic is a retired professional tennis player who played successfully despite a tumultuous personal life off the court. She made a significant impact inRead More
Wild Card: Mastering the Mental Game of Tennis
Managing pressure and stress is vital for tennis players at all levels. It impacts focus, physical performance, decision-making, consistency, mental toughness, competitive edge, and —Read More
The Winner: A Novel
The Winner by Teddy Wayne is one of the best tennis-themed “Beach read” books that I have read to date. Set in an idyllic, sun-soakedRead More
1 responseThe Inner Game of Tennis turns 50
Once again, I have been a victim of marketing. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the first publication of Timothy Gallwey’s transformative tennis psychologyRead More
1 responseTranscendance: Alize Cornet
I have been an under the radar fan of Alize Cornet for a very long time. Her passion for tennis competition is always discernible by the expression on her face. Cornet is also currently on an amazing streak of longevity that seems to have escaped widespread attention by most of the tennis world. When Cornet steps onto the court at Roland Garros at the French Open next week, it will mark her 61st consecutive appearance at a Grand Slam. To underscore the achievement, she has appeared in every single Grand Slam draw for over 15 years.
Faults: Not All Are Forgiven
Memorial Day weekend marks the official launch of summer. Consequently, this is the perfect time to consider tennis books appropriate for the beach or otherRead More
Surrounded by Idiots: The Book on Sabalenka’s Nightstand
The book review for today starts with a confession. I’m a victim of clever marketing coupled with the appearance of a book on the NetflixRead More