Five, Six, Pick up (the Singles) Sticks
Returning my attention briefly back to the singles sticks, I am becoming obsessed with the idea that singles sticks should be something that should beRead More
I just can’t handle the tension!
Tension is an inevitable topic in tennis. In this context we naturally turn our attention to the tension of the net as suspended between theRead More
Stay Between the Lines (The Lines are Your Friends)
There is a lot more in the Friend at Court about the lines than I had anticipated. In addition to declaring the placement and dimensions,Read More
The Net: Singles vs Doubles
For doubles matches, the centres of the net posts shall be 3 feet outside the doubles court on each side. For singles matches, if aRead More
The Net Post
The court shall be divided across the middle by a net suspended by a cord or metal cable which shall pass over or be attachedRead More
The ITF, USTA Overlord
My perception is that the majority of USTA members are at best only vaguely aware of the existence of the International Tennis Federation (ITF). ForRead More
But Seriously, the Racquet
“The racquets must not provide any kind of communication, instruction, or advice to the player during the match.” John McEnroe, “But Seriously, the Rules of Tennis”, Calm App.
If that’s true, then I am a cheater…