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Jeff's Tennis Blog October 2004 Archive

By Jeff Cooper, About.com Guide to Tennis since 1998

Sidespin Slice Backhand - Video and Analysis

Saturday October 30, 2004
Video clip of a one-handed sidespin slice backhand, with instructional comments on producing the stroke and how to use it strategically.

Overhead Repair

Friday October 29, 2004
How to correct specific problems with your overhead smash in tennis.

Debunking Five Big Tennis Myths

Friday October 29, 2004
If you're trying to snap your wrist, plant your feet, or stay down with the ball, you might have been misled by one of the popular tennis myths.

Tennis Rules Quiz

Saturday October 23, 2004
Test your knowledge of the rules of tennis.

Top Five Mistakes of Inexperienced Tennis Competitors

Saturday October 23, 2004
Learn to avoid these five common mistakes in tennis strategy and stroke selection.

How to Become a Tennis Teaching Pro, Part II

Saturday October 23, 2004
The process of getting certified as a tennis instructor and the benefits of certification.

Underhand Sidespin Serve - Video and Analysis

Saturday October 16, 2004
A tennis lesson using full-speed and slow-motion videos to help you learn the underhand sidespin serve, an extreme spin serve used commonly in early tennis history and as a rare ... Read More

Tennis Ball FAQ

Saturday October 16, 2004
Answers to your questions about tennis ball types, colors, bounce, fuzz, durability, repressurizing, and more.

Playing Tennis in Cold Weather

Saturday October 16, 2004
Techniques and strategies to make low temperatures work to your advantage.

Evolution of Pro Forehand Grips

Saturday October 9, 2004
Contemporary forehand grips have transformed tennis.

How to Learn and Use the Drop Shot

Saturday October 9, 2004
A learning progression, drills, and strategic advice to help you develop an effective drop shot.

How to Become a Tennis Teaching Pro - Part I

Saturday October 9, 2004
How to prepare for and get your first job as a tennis instructor.

Tennis Racquets Quiz

Friday October 1, 2004
A fun, challenging quiz on tennis racquet balance, weight, swingweight, stringing patterns, power, sweet spots, and construction.

Sports That Help Your Tennis

Friday October 1, 2004
Other sports a tennis player should try.

The Lob Game

Friday October 1, 2004
A great game for 4-10 intermediate or better tennis players.

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