Following the formula used successfully in Golf Skills, Soccer Skills and Hoop Drills, we introduce Tennis Skills, an in-depth look at stroke-production skills, followed by a series of drills designed and used by the pros. Games, sets and matches are won only with a strong foundation of skills, from groundstrokes, volleys, serves and lobs, to developing strategy for doubles. In Tennis Skills, the author begins by breaking down each stroke into its elements to ensure a player's basic skills are strong and consistent, including warm-up, grips, body position, stroke, footwork and follow-through. Then he offers a series of more than 40 drills that focus on target areas, strategy, coordination, pressure, and footwork.
Court diagrams help players visualize a stroke's outcome, and easy-to-follow sequential photographs and diagrams accompany clear instruction. Action-packed, full color photographs of the world's greatest professional tennis players provide inspiration and motivation.
Master Stroke sidebars offer succinct, easy-to-remember tips, Fault Finder boxes point out areas of common mistakes and Coach's Comments share the experience and wisdom of seasoned tennis pros.
A fully illustrated, back-to-basics guide to improving your tennis game, the book is fully illustrated with sequential pictures, court diagrams, tips, typical faults, and coaching ideas to build strong foundation skills and great players.
Tom Sadzeck has been playing and coaching tennis for 25 years. He is now Director of Tennis and runs all junior programming for "Tennis in Marin," north of San Francisco. He has lectured as USTA coaching conferences and serves on the board of directors for the USTA Northern California Recreational Development Committee.
