Category: Tips
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The three best videos showing how to serve
The serve sets the tone of the point, making it one of the most important techniques to master. Be it a flat first serve or a topspin-heavy second, it will dictate whether you start on the front or back foot. YouTube is littered with videos about the “perfect” serve. Some of them are worthwhile, but…
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How to play on hard courts
In the UK, most people now learn how to play on hard courts, instead of the more traditional grass or exotic clay. However, as much as you think you’ve got the unforgiving surface mastered, there are always ways you can improve your hard court game. We’ve put together a five-point list of tips and tricks…
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Finding the best racket for you
Are you labouring with an uncomfortable racket that you picked willy-nilly off the shelf? Or have you recently ditched your trusty tool and are now looking for a new one? Well, fret not: Tennis Talent has waded through the mire of different options and put together a seven-step guide to find the perfect racket for…
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How to play on grass
It may be the quintessentially British surface, conjuring up images of boater and sideburn-wearing Edwardians in long trousers, but playing on grass is now a rare treat for many amateur players in the UK. Grass courts are few and far between, expensive and often have a waiting list longer than the strawberries and cream queue…
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Finding an amateur tournament or league
Whether you’re a beginner looking to step into the world of competitive tennis or a seasoned veteran, the choice of amateur tournaments and leagues in the UK can be bewildering. They come in many shapes, sizes and difficulties, each with their own rules and regulations. We’ve collated the most useful online resources to help you…
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How to play on clay
Amateur tennis players in the UK have traditionally had a limited choice of local surfaces – namely hard or, if you’re very lucky, grass courts. However, due to increased interest in the sunnier climes of Roland Garros and the Madrid Open, more people are looking to test their skills on clay. The dusty courts are…
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Easy singles tactics: How to position yourself after a cross-court shot
Where do you run when you hit a good cross-court shot? For most players, the answer is either a) I stick where I happen to be; b) I head to the middle of the baseline. The answer is actually dependent on your shot. If you play a cross-court shot that pushes the other player into a corner,…
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How to choose a local tennis club
There’s one phrase I’ve never heard anyone utter: “I wish I hadn’t joined the tennis club.” After all, what can you lose? Sure it costs some money, but not only are trials often available – the cost may be far less than you think. For instance, I’m a member of Prestwood Tennis Club. It’s got three…
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The three best videos showing how to play a one-handed backhand
There’s no shortage of YouTube videos demonstrating how to play a one-handed backhand. If you have the time, or patience, then they’re all worth watching, but I’ve picked out three that stand out a little more than the rest. 1. Intosport.com Intosport.com has produced a range of helpful tennis videos, and they’re of a uniformly high standard. This…
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