The Scarlet Letter
The USTA has an official definition for all the types of NTRP ratings for players, along with a single-letter abbreviation. However, these ratings also haveRead More
A Ratings Appeal and an Identity Crisis
Once upon a time, I viewed myself as the type of person who would always accept my assigned NTRP rating without question or complaint. ItRead More
1 responseDesign Your Tennis Life: Series Recap and Summary
In 2024, this side conducted a year-long project exploring the application of design-oriented thinking to enhance the tennis experience. This effort drew significant inspiration fromRead More
A Journey Without a Finish Line: Design Your Tennis Life
A life built around design-oriented thinking is a neverending journey that evolves as time unfolds. There’s no such thing as being “done” when designing yourRead More
Embracing the Messiness: Design Your Tennis Life
Throughout 2024, I have dedicated the first full weekend of every month to exploring the application of design-oriented thinking to improve our tennis lives. ThisRead More
Gifts for Supporting the Tennis Ecosystem
This Christmas, your gifts can reflect your passion for tennis and your desire to see it flourish. Choosing presents that give back to the tennisRead More
Black Friday Deals for the Tennis Player in Your Life
Thanksgiving is a special day to gather with family and friends, share a delicious meal, and reflect on everything we’re grateful for. It’s also theRead More
Non-Tennis Gifts for Tennis Players
This weekend, we are kick-starting your holiday shopping for the tennis player in your life. Today’s post features a few items that aren’t specific toRead More
Great Christmas Gifts for Tennis Players (2024 Edition)
Tennis makes an excellent gift for both current and prospective players. Potential items include tangible items such as equipment, clothes, and accessories. Other alternatives includeRead More
Ultimate Stocking Stuffer List for Tennis Players (2024 Edition)
Tis the season where it seems that every site on the planet publishes a list of stocking stuffer recommendations. Some of those lists are orientedRead More