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What are some good--great tactical tennis tips that would help win quick and easy points? Name some variety too, please, lol i dont just want to be stuck with one strategy having the opponents catch on.
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First, mix up your serve. Don't get predictable, i.e., don't always serve it out wide or up the middle. And don't always serve it deep. Mix it up. Put some on the line and some midway in the service box. Also, don't get predictable with the type of serve you do. Work to master flat, slice, and spin serves.

Next, follow your serve in and set yourself up for the first volley very quickly. At times, you can't win the point with that first volley, but if you push it deep, then chances are the return will be weak, and you can put away the second one.

When you play the net, position yourself about five feet away from the net right in the center of the service box. Do not move too far toward the alley, and do not move too close to the center service line. Dead center in the box is best because you can push off to poach a return crosscourt, or you can move off to intercept an alley shot.

Mix up the pace on your own shots, along with spin. Do some flat, some topspin, some slice. It's good to know how to hit topspin and slice off both the backhand and forehand wings.

Use the lob, especially the topspin variety. Don't buy into the notion that lobbing is "senior citizen's tennis." A lob over the net person's head can win you the point, as many club players just cannot consistently deal with returning high bouncing balls. Another benefit is that lobs will keep the net person on his toes, especially if he is a net hugger.

Doubles Tennis Tactics Book and DVD $41.95 Developed in conjunction with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and world-renowned coach Louis Cayer, the Doubles Tennis Tactics Book/DVD Package will help make you part of a winning team on the court! Use the book to learn what positions and movements to use and what shots to make using proven patterns of play. These patterns will increase consistency, put more pressure on opponents, and result in greater success in competitions. 103 playing patterns and drills that are most effective in specific match situations are presented. Court positioning and movement patterns are covered for all four players-server, server’s partner, receiver, and receiver’s partner-as well as court coverage and special formations for the serving and receiving teams. Practice drills reinforce the patterns so that smart tactical decisions become automatic on every point. The DVD is the perfect learning vehicle for any dedicated doubles player with a strong desire to improve. On-camera expert Louis Cayer has presented his workshop on tennis doubles at ITF conferences on five continents in front of tennis federation leaders from more than 100 countries. He presents complete overage of the most effective patterns and strategies for every critical aspect of the game:Team strategyServingReceivingPoachingMovementPositioningTop international pros demonstrate the patterns in Davis and Federation Cup play. Cayer describes the responsibilities of each player by position, followed by sample drills to help viewers practice and reinforce the correct patterns. Cayer teaches how to implement advanced doubles skills, including movement and shot selection patterns. The drills progress in difficulty right up to specific game situations.Human Kinetics DVDs are coded for universal playback and can be played in all regions of the world.9/1/2005 copyright, 224 pages.

Doubles Tennis Tactics (DVD) $26.95 Improve your doubles play with the same patterns used by pros. Developed in conjunction with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and one of the world’s top doubles coaches, the Doubles Tennis Tactics DVD is the perfect learning vehicle for any dedicated doubles player with a strong desire to improve.On-camera expert Louis Cayer has presented his workshop on tennis doubles at ITF conferences on five continents in front of tennis federation leaders from more than 100 countries. In the Doubles Tennis Tactics DVD he presents complete coverage of the most effective patterns and strategies for every critical aspect of the game:Team strategyServingReceivingPoachingMovementPositioningTop international pros demonstrate the patterns in Davis and Federation Cup play. Cayer describes the responsibilities of each player by position, followed by sample drills to help viewers practice and reinforce the correct patterns. Cayer teaches how to implement advanced doubles skills, including movement and shot selection patterns. The drills progress in difficulty right up to specific game situations.If you’re serious about improving your doubles play, use the Doubles Tennis Tactics DVD to learn the patterns used by the pros. Once you learn these patterns, you’ll have everything you need to perfect your game and enjoy it more.Human Kinetics DVDs are coded for universal playback and can be played in all regions of the world.3/16/2005 copyright, approximately 35 minutes.

Doubles Tennis Tactics (VHS Video) $41.95 Be part of a winning team on the court! Doubles Tennis Tactics video teaches you what positions and movements to use and what shots to make using proven patterns of play. These two-player team patterns increase consistency, put more pressure on opponents, and result in greater success in competitions.Developed in conjunction with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and world-renowned coach Louis Cayer, Doubles Tennis Tactics presents a proven system for mastering doubles play. You will discover which patterns are most effective in specific match situations, and you’ll learn court positioning for all four players on the court for each pattern-server, server’s partner, receiver, and receiver’s partner. You’ll also find court coverage for the serving and receiving teams, as well as information on poaching and special formations to improve teamwork. The Doubles Tennis Tactics book contains 103 playing patterns and drills, accompanied by clear court diagrams, that make learning the patterns easy. It also presents different styles of play and shows you how to choose the patterns that will accentuate each partner’s strengths and be most effective against your opponents. The Doubles Tennis Tactics Video, featuring footage of Davis and Federation Cup play, then brings the action to the court. Top international pros demonstrate the patterns and drills shown in the book to help you practice and reinforce the correct patterns. Master the patterns and execute the most effective tactical maneuvers in doubles tennis. Play smart-and play to win-with Doubles Tennis Tactics!6/1/2004 copyright, 30 minutes.

Stan Smith's Winning Doubles (Book) $19.95 Let one of the all-time great tennis doubles players improve your game! Stan Smith, a highly respected pro player and the coach of the men's U.S. Olympic team in 2000, teaches every aspect of high-level doubles strategy, from selecting a partner to tailoring shot technique for doubles-specific strokes and adding new drills to make practice sessions more effective. Guided by one of the all-time great doubles players, you will be able to: find the style of doubles play that fits you and your partner cover the angles, positioning, and court movement that keep your opponents off balancelearn communication strategies that will have you and your partner working as one adjust your tactics to exploit the opposing team's weaknesses and counter different playing stylesYou will find tips for using spin and placement to maximize first serve percentage, returning the serve, deciding when to use power and when to use finesse, and using touch volleys to keep opponents off balance. Photos and court diagrams make it easy to see the correct positioning for each shot. Smith shares anecdotes from his own experience to reinforce instructional points. He profiles top men's, women's, and mixed doubles teams, highlighting the unique traits that make each team's playing style so successful.If you want to win more matches, let Stan Smith be your personal doubles coach. With Stan Smith's Winning Doubles you'll play better and enjoy the game more than ever.

Tennis Doubles Beyond Big Shots with Companion Video $31.88 Tennis Doubles Beyond Big Shots cuts to the chase with uncommon wisdom away from big shots. Whether you dream of winning Wimbledon, your tennis league championship, making your school team or simply enjoying more, Greg Morans smart strategy will advance your tennis doubles game. How to build your dream tennis doubles team. Master the upfront and closeup game. Secrets to turning the tables on the serving team. Control the game without touching the ball. Add special tennis shots to your doubles arsenal. How to play longer and enjoy more. Plus Access to 50 minutes of exclusive video with tennis doubles instruction featuring Luke Jensen, Grand Slam Tennis Doubles Champion, ESPN TV Analyst and other top teaching professionals. Mike Bob Bryan, World #1 Tennis Doubles Champions say, Mr Greg has great ideas on tennis doubles. Author: Moran, Greg/ Moran, Kelley Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 222 Publication Date: 2009/10/27 Language: English Dimensions: 9.21 x 6.14 x 0.47 inches

Doubles Tennis Tactics Video - NTSC (VHS) $26.95 Improve your doubles play with the same patterns used by pros. Developed in conjunction with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and one of the world’s top doubles coaches, the Doubles Tennis Tactics Video is the perfect learning vehicle for any dedicated doubles player with a strong desire to improve.On-camera expert Louis Cayer has presented his workshop on tennis doubles at ITF conferences on five continents in front of tennis federation leaders from more than 100 countries. In the Doubles Tennis Tactics Video he presents complete coverage of the most effective patterns and strategies for every critical aspect of the game:Team strategyServingReceivingPoachingMovementPositioningTop international pros demonstrate the patterns in Davis and Federation Cup play. Cayer describes the responsibilities of each player by position, followed by sample drills to help viewers practice and reinforce the correct patterns.Cayer teaches how to implement advanced doubles skills, including movement and shot selection patterns. The drills progress in difficulty right up to specific game situations.If you’re serious about improving your doubles play, use the Doubles Tennis Tactics Video to learn the patterns used by the pros. Once you learn these patterns, you’ll have everything you need to perfect your game and enjoy it more.About the AuthorLouis Cayer is known within the tennis community as one of the best doubles coaches in the world. He is the head national coach of Tennis Canada, the former Canadian Davis Cup captain, a member of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) coaching committee, and was the Canadian Olympic coach for the 2000 gold medal-winning men’s doubles team.Cayer has presented his workshop on tennis doubles at ITF conferences on five continents in front of tennis federation leaders from more than 100 countries. He is responsible for the Tennis Canada Coaching Certification System, and he has worked with some of the world’s highest-ranked men’s doubles players, including the 1993 number one player, Grant Connell, and 2000 Olympic gold medallists Sebastien Lareau and Daniel Nestor. In 1996, players coached by Cayer were on three of the world’s top five teams.Cayer and his wife, Pauline Lafrenière, live in Quebec, where Cayer, in addition to serving as head national coach, serves as general manager of the Nuns’ Island Tennis Club. In his leisure time he enjoys walking in nature, reading on personal growth and spiritual literat

Doubles Tennis Tactics - 1st Edition (Book) $19.95 Be part of a winning team on the court! Doubles Tennis Tactics teaches you what positions and movements to use and what shots to make using proven patterns of play. These patterns will increase consistency, put more pressure on opponents, and result in greater success in competitions.Developed in conjunction with the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and world-renowned coach Louis Cayer, Doubles Tennis Tactics presents 103 playing patterns and drills that are most effective in specific match situations. Court positioning and movement patterns are covered for all four players-server, server’s partner, receiver, and receiver’s partner-as well as court coverage and special formations for the serving and receiving teams. Practice drills reinforce the patterns so that smart tactical decisions become automatic on every point. Study different styles of play and learn how to choose the patterns that will accentuate your own strengths as well as those of your partner. Use Doubles Tennis Tactics to play smarter and better with a partner, and become a winning two-player team!5/28/2004 copyright, 224 pages.

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Competitive Club Doubles Video (Copyright 2001) (VHS) $24.95 Now you can learn from the most famous and successful coach in tennis! Nick Bollettieri has developed and coached many of the world’s top players, including Andre Agassi, Monica Seles, Boris Becker, Mary Pierce, Tommy Haas, and Anna Kournikova. His teaching techniques and effective coaching methods have formed the foundation for these videos, letting you share in his world-renowned knowledge.Designed for tournament-style competitive doubles play, this video addresses every component of successful doubles, from choosing the right partner to warm-up, communication, and match strategy. Competitive Club Doubles explains all the court positions and advanced formations, and where, when, why, and how you and your partner should use them.About the AuthorNick Bollettieri is the most well-known and successful tennis coach in the world today, and his training program is recognized as one of the best systems for developing top players. He has trained and coached some of world’s top players including Andre Agassi, Monica Seles, Anna Kournikova, Jim Courier, Tommy Haas, Mary Pierce, and Boris Becker.Bollettieri has built one of the best training facilities in the world, the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy, which he founded in 1977. Now known as the Bollettieri Sports Academy, the facility covers 158 acres and has become the most successful and diversified multi-sport training complex in the world. The success of his academy can be seen in the success of his students. His training system is recognized worldwide as one of the best.Bollettieri started out as a club tennis coach in the 1950s and once worked as a private coach for the Rockefeller family while serving as the director of tennis for all Rockefeller-owned hotels and resorts. He founded his first tennis academy, the Port Washington Tennis Academy on Long Island, New York, in 1969.In 1999, The United States Tennis Association (USTA) named Nick Bollettieri the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) National Coach of the Year. He is a regular contributor to Tennis magazine.Bollettieri resides in Bradenton, Florida.

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Rally (Tennis) $86.03 High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles A rally in tennis is a sequence of shots within a point. A rally starts with serve and return of the serve, and a sequence of shots until the point is won by one of the players. Tennis is a sport usually played between two players (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). Each player uses a racquet that is strung to strike a hollow rubber ball covered with felt over a net into the opponents court. The modern game of tennis originated in the United Kingdom in the late 19th century as lawn tennis which has heavy connections to various field/lawn games as well as to the ancient game of real tennis. After its creation, tennis spread throughout the upperclass Englishspeaking population before spreading around the world. Author: Surhone, Lambert M./ Tennoe, Mariam T./ Henssonow, Susan F. Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 104 Publication Date: 2010/10/07 Language: English Dimensions: 6.00 x 9.02 x 0.25 inches

Fast and Furious Tennis: Advanced Movement Techniques (DVD) $29.99 With Chris Russell,University of Washington Associate Head Men's Tennis CoachCoach Russell presents drills for developing the skills of explosive court movements and angle coverage to improve position on the ball. His main focus is the 'big hop', a move that expands explosiveness and court coverage. The 'big hop' is a great tool when returning the second serve. It also takes time away from the server and reduces the chance of error. This technique is also presented as a valuable strategy in doubles play. On-court players demonstrate resetting offensive position on the volley. Russell also covers the specialized forehand, which allows the player time to get positioned on top of the ball. Other movement techniques covered include the 'dipper', the 'waddle', the 'sharpie' and chasing the ball. Russell also analyzes the curve of the ball on volley shots. The proper curve makes it very difficult for opponents to hit effective return shots. This is an excellent training tool for tennis players serious about taking it to the next level! 46 minutes. 2007.

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Tennis Doubles Strategy

Learn Tennis!

Some would say the aim of the game is to win a match. But others would say the real aim of this game is to have fun in the sun! My aim here is to show you the fundamentals if you are new to it.

Fundamentally Speaking

Once on the court you want to hit the ball into your opponent's court until they cannot return it (as you've probably guessed). But to win a game you must score two points more. This makes for no such thing as a really close game. Thankfully, picking up a racquet, a can of balls and a pair of tennis shoes (those that don't leave marks on the concrete from the soles) are all you need to try it out.

In this sport serious injury is almost nonexistent, locations to play are often at your local park or school and, with only two players needed to get a game going, you're all set. Speaking of sets....those are what you need to win the match. The match is the "ultimate goal". It is determined by who wins the most sets.

Pay attention to the numbers here. The player winning the first 2 sets takes the match. Or the player winning 2 of 3 sets takes the match. Did I mention the player winning 6 games in a set takes that set? Nobody said winning comes quickly! After all, a Wimbledon final isn't afternoon tea and crumpets.

When you first learn to hit the ball--called a stroke or swing--there are two main aspects.
1. Rally using a groundstroke. It's common practice to improve your skill at this using drills, no matter what your level. The challenge for you when using your groundstroke is to place the ball toward the back of the court-- that is where the baseline is--without overhitting the shot.

Equally as challenging is to place your shot in the forecourt--closer to the net. The forehand and backhand are the two different groundstrokes. As you perform these swings you develop the habit of rotating back the shoulder holding the racquet; so your racquet starts out well behind you before you contact the ball. Just as important is to keep pushing your racquet forward after hitting the ball.

2. Landing a serve in the crosscourt service box is the goal of serving. The serve is important because it is used to start every point, and not landing serves can cause you to lose games. Receiving serves has strategy too. You'll learn to hit using a full swing from starting with your racquet in front of you and going around 360 degrees, the proper grip, the best stance, and even the toss.

No matter where the ball lands on your side you must cover the court. Footwork and the ability to stay alert and move in quickly come into play here. As a beginner you won't concern yourself with spin or playing the net. You're doing well if you learn directional control, placing the ball in a certain part of the court--you know, that sweet place where your opponent is not!

When you play a point the ball can bounce only once at most. That's why you see players rushing to get the ball. Calling the lines is your responsibility if the ball is on your side. Touching a boundary line makes the ball good. Scoring proceeds like this: At the start it is "love-love"; next point is 15; next is 30; next is 40; next is game won or "add" for the player ahead by a point.

When you take lessons you will learn by demonstration and practice. You will also learn insider lingo such as: "Put away a lob.", "slice serve" and "racquet high in the sky". A knowledgeable teacher can teach you many sound techniques. Remember to win with class and lose with dignity....I just had to toss that in there too!

Speaking the Language

Here is a rundown of common terms:
Game: Player must score at least 4 points. If the other player scores as well then whoever scores 2 points more (the 4 point minimum still holds) wins that game.

Serve: Two attempts to land the ball in the service box are given. There is, however, no penalty in using both attempts to serve it successfully. The point is lost if unsuccessful.
Let: This happens only during a serve when the ball touches the net, but still lands in the service box. The serve is repeated.

Alley: The court is has two lines forming the left and right boundaries. The inside lines form the boundary for singles play. The outside lines form the boundary for doubles play. The space between each is the alley.

Out: A ball landing outside the court boundaries; or, on the serve, outside the service box.

Deuce: A tied score at 40-40. A tense moment for both players!

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