Drills for Hitting Against a Wall/Backboard

We all probably prefer hitting with a human being, but I know even though tennis only requires 2 people it can sometimes be hard to find a second.  In a busy world, knowing how to work a wall can improve technique, fitness, and reactions for when we do get to play with another person.  Knowing…

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Newport QF previews and picks: Karlovic vs. Brown, Sock vs. Hernych

Originally posted on The Grandstand:
A marquee matchup in an otherwise surprising Newport quarterfinal lineup pits Ivo Karlovic against Dustin Brown on Friday. Jack Sock and Jan Hernych are also looking for a spot in the last four. Dustin Brown vs. (2) Ivo Karlovic Karlovic and Brown will be squaring off for the fourth time…

Better Athlete: Ronda Rousey or Serena Williams?

Originally posted on SWISHOUT:
Did Serena Williams get robbed last night? Last night at the ESPY’s, we definitely seen a robbery of the best female athlete! The nominees featured Tennis Player Serena Williams, MMA fighter Ronda Rousey, Skier  Lindsey Vonn, and UConn Basketball player Breanna Stewart. Ronda Rousey won the award, but Serena Williams clearly…

female bodies in motion.

Originally posted on on my way: make it someday.:
The New York Times recently ran an article about body image in female athletes. Its title: “Tennis’s Top Women Balance Body Image With Ambition“. I hated it from the start. I know a lot of female athletes, and I can’t think of a discussion I have…

Newport’s Hall of Fame: A Trip Across The Pond

Originally posted on The Tennis Island:
The leap from Wimbledon to Newport, R.I. is not as far you would think. Newport, like the village of Wimbledon, is well established. It was founded in 1639; the port community is steeped in tradition, yet evinces a quaint atmosphere loved by its residents and thousands of tourists that…

Newport R2 previews and picks: Querrey vs. Brown, Sock vs. Lacko

Originally posted on The Grandstand:
Sam Querrey will continue his Newport campaign on Wednesday against Dustin Brown. Jack Sock and Lukas Lacko are also aiming for a place in the quarterfinals. (6) Sam Querrey vs. Dustin Brown Querrey and Brown will be squaring off for the third time in their careers when they meet in…