The Backhand Drop Volley - Step-by-Step Lesson with Photos and Animation
Friday June 30, 2006
You'll see more drop volleys at Wimbledon than anywhere else. Here's a step-by-step lesson, illustrated by photos and animation.
Court Surfaces Quiz
Friday June 30, 2006
Wimbledon is distinguished by tradition, history, the British crowds, the London weather, . . . but more than anything else, it's the grass. This fun and not-too-hard quiz brings ... Read More
Heavy Slice Serve - Video and Analysis
Friday June 30, 2006
The heavy slice serve is more effective on grass than on any other surface, but even at Wimbledon it only gets occasional use, because of its low clearance over the ... Read More
Wimbledon: Tournament Profile
Friday June 23, 2006
The world's oldest tennis tournament runs from June 26 through July 9 this year. Here are some basic facts about Wimbledon and why certain types of players do best ... Read More
Wimbledon History Maze
Friday June 23, 2006
Try to weave your way through ten questions about Wimbledon history. Some questions are fairly tough, but the maze will make sure you eventually find the correct answer.
Strings FAQ
Friday June 23, 2006
Answers to your questions about tennis strings and stringing. Which tension, material, and gauge will give you the feel and durability you want?
Updated Female Tennis Pros Quiz
Friday June 16, 2006
This new revision of the quiz focuses mostly on the accomplishments of the world's top female tennis pros who are currently active. Only a few more historical questions remain. ... Read More
Updated Male Tennis Pros Quiz
Friday June 16, 2006
As tennis pros disappear from the spotlight to be replaced by a new generation, so do Tennis Pros Quiz questions. This fun quiz focuses on the accomplishments of the ... Read More
Racquets FAQ
Friday June 16, 2006
Find answers to your questions about racquet weight, balance, power, control, and many other characteristics that will help you choose the best racquet to suit your game. Knowing more ... Read More
Henin-Hardenne and Nadal Repeat French Open Titles
Sunday June 11, 2006
Justine Henin-Hardenne defeated Svetlana Kuznetsova to win the French Open women's singles title for the third time Saturday 6-4, 6-4. Rafael Nadal won his second French Open, prevailing ... Read More
As We Hoped, It's Federer vs. Nadal
Friday June 9, 2006
Sunday's men's final at Roland Garros has great historic potential, with Roger Federer trying to win his fourth consecutive (and half calendar year) Grand Slam and his first French Open, ... Read More
Women's Final: One-Hander Justine vs. Two-Hander Svetlana
Friday June 9, 2006
Justine Henin-Hardenne has arguably the best one-handed backhand (FAQ) in women's tennis, plus a powerful forehand (FAQ) and serve (FAQ) and great mobility. Svetlana Kuznetsova's forehand is her biggest ... Read More
Five Mental Toughness Tips for Tennis Players
Sunday June 4, 2006
The depth and pace on Nicole Vaidisova's shots had a lot to do with Amelie Mauresmo's exit from Roland Garros today, but the pressure on Mauresmo of her nation's hopes ... Read More
An Especially Important French Open for Federer and Mauresmo
Friday June 2, 2006
Many believe Roger Federer will prove to be the greatest male tennis player of all, and a win at Roland Garros, especially against Rafael Nadal in the final, would convince ... Read More
Court Surfaces Quiz
Friday June 2, 2006
Why is it so rare for a player to win both Roland Garros and Wimbledon in the same year? Test your knowledge of the three main types of outdoor ... Read More
Review of the Tennis Twist Ball Machine
Friday June 2, 2006
For most of us in the Northern Hemisphere, the calendar doesn't quite say summer, but the weather does, and that means more chances to play tennis. If you're thinking ... Read More

