The Power of Incremental Goal Setting
Statistics consistently bear out the sobering reality that most people who set New Year’s resolutions fail. Additionally, the dropout rate is so high in JanuaryRead More
Getting Ready for New Year’s Eve… with a Tennis Spin
Now that Christmas has passed, most people turn their attention to celebrations of the New Year. I observe the holiday with a somewhat unorthodox tradition.Read More
Tennis Books Year in Review (2024)
One of the unexpected side benefits of this site is that it provides a thinly veiled excuse to continuously add tennis books to my collection.Read More
Merry Christmas 2024
Christmas is a season that inspires warmth and togetherness, bringing out the best in people. It’s a time to celebrate the spirit of giving andRead More
1 responseTennis Beyond the Headlines: December 23, 2024
Chris Evert turns 70. Interesting stats and law enforcement actions related to cyberbullying of tennis players. Netflix announces a new documentary on Rafael Nadal.
The Definitive Captains Guide to USTA League Player Descriptions
This is the flip side of yesterday’s post dissecting USTA League team descriptions. Today, I am breaking down the player side of that matchmaking process.Read More
1 responseThe Definitive Players Guide to USTA League Team Descriptions
Over the past few years, the USTA has enhanced its League application software to help connect prospective players and teams with open roster spots. TheRead More
Shameless Strategies: Never Pick Up Your Share of Drill Balls Again
A live ball drill is a form of tennis where players compete against each other to score points in a competitive setting. A good liveRead More
1 responseTennis Players as Works of Art
David Linebarger’s Tennis Players as Works of Art is billed as a collection that will transform the reader’s understanding of tennis and reveal the sport asRead More