From Davis Cup this weekend to Longboat Key in November/December, there is a lot coming up … Continue reading
Serena’s Surprise
So, what did you think of the women’s final at the US Open? Was Serena right or wrong in her vociferous complaints of how she was treated? Continue reading
Call a “Let”?
The rule is: “anyone can call a Let.” But what if there was no real reason to call that let, then what do you do? Continue reading
On Court Coaching?
During the US Open, the TV camera has “caught” several coaches coaching their players from the stands. Should this practice be stopped or accepted? Continue reading
Rotator Rehab
A tennis friend has had rotator cuff surgery, is struggling through rehab, and looking for some advice. Plus, do we ever fully recover from joint surgery? Continue reading
Davis Cup Changes
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has announced major changes to take place in the Davis Cup event … and it has met mixed reviews.
Maximum Heart Rate
How hard should you push yourself during tennis or any cardio exercise? Some experts espouse an accepted maxim that may – or may not – be true. Continue reading
Using Poly Strings?
According to most TV tennis commentators, the biggest change in the pro game has come from the spin generated using the new poly strings. But does that mean we should all be using them? Continue reading
Serve Clock Started
Clock next to ball kid
For the first time that I have seen, a big tournament has started using an on-court clock to control the time the server (or returner?) takes between points. Is this a good idea? Continue reading
Tennis Pro of the Year
To know him is to love him… Spike Gonzales was named the Collier County (Florida) “Tennis Pro of the Year.” Continue reading
On-Court Nutrition
We all know of the need to DRINK during long, hot tennis matches; but what of the need to EAT? What are some of the alternatives for getting much-needed energy and sustenance while on the court? Continue reading
The Height Advantage
How much of a difference does it make playing a taller player? And what strategies should you use playing against them? Continue reading
Macho, Macho Man
You feel tired. You feel the strain in your hamstring. What do you do? Sadly, most of us “Macho Men” will continue playing and really injure ourselves. What should you do? Continue reading
Reverse Shoulder Replacement?
A Naples-area senior player is facing shoulder surgery and is looking for helpful information on his options. His story is below… Continue reading
Toss and Catch?
“Commissioner” Gilbert
A long-time Newk camp friend writes, “What are the rules and what should you do if you play a guy who tosses and tosses up the ball for serve and catches it over and over?” Continue reading