A Personal Update of Thanksgiving
Today is Thanksgiving in the United States, a holiday devoted to gathering with the people we love and reflecting on the blessings that shape ourRead More
8 responsesThe Code: Warm Up is Not Practice
This week, we resume coverage of Principle 3 from the section in the USTA’s Friend at Court known as “The Code.” Today’s post brings usRead More
How Standing Knee Raises Build Hip Strength for Better Tennis Movement
The standing knee raise is a simple and surprisingly effective movement that targets the hip flexors and core. At its most basic, the exercise involvesRead More
Tennis Beyond the Headlines: November 24, 2025
This week’s tennis headlines include Hall of Fame news, leadership changes, legal fights, and a surprising operatic twist on a historic match. Roger Federer SelectedRead More
Non-Tennis Gifts for Tennis Players (2025 Edition)
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 Tennis Gifts for Tennis Players (2025 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 (2025 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
1 responseThe Player’s Hitlist by Neil Adams
This week’s book choice was made in a wonderfully serendipitous way. With my tennis off-season officially underway, I decided that my next several reviews shouldRead More
The Code: We’re Just Getting Warmed Up
We have arrived at the section of The Code that shifts into the pre-match rituals of the sport. This portion of the document contains two principles underRead More
1 responseMeasuring Progress: Revisiting the Knee-to-Wall Test
Four weeks ago, I embarked on an initiative to attempt to improve my overall ankle mobility. That project began with a baseline measurement using theRead More