As you watch the US Open, you'll see some match-ups where one player is hitting from very near the baseline and the other is hitting from much farther back. ... Read More

Try to weave your way through ten variably tough questions about US Open history. The goal is to get through with as few clicks as possible.

Among the many almost unique shots Fabrice Santoro used against James Blake Thursday night was an unusually heavy forehand slice that made James miss a lot of seemingly easy shots. ... Read More

Grass and clay are softer and cooler, but for a true bounce, you can't beat the hard courts of the US Open. A true bounce makes it easier to ... Read More

This newly revised quiz focuses on the less trivial of US Open trivia. It grades itself and shows you the correct answer when you miss a question.

Find basic facts about the US Open and which types of players tend to do best on its hard courts. Included are links to lists of past champions in ... Read More

Find answers to your questions about choosing, maintaining, and customizing a tennis racquet. Topics include weight, balance, materials, cost, stringing, and more.

Stop-action photos illustrate this tennis lesson on how to hit the basic backhand volley. Beginners will find this a solid introduction to hitting a one-handed backhand volley, and more ... Read More

Learn how to fix the most common problems with forehand strokes. Remedies include adjustments to your forehand grip, swing, stance, and timing.

Whether you're competing for a spot on your high school team or already playing against other schools, here are some strategies that will help. In particular, you'll learn how ... Read More

You might not hit any single specialty shot very often, but cumulatively, the specialty shots can form a highly valuable portion of your stroke portfolio. See if your knowledge ... Read More

Stop-action photos illustrate this lesson on how to hit the inside-out forehand. This shot has been the favorite of many of the biggest forehand hitters in the pros.

Find answers to your questions about grips for forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, and overheads. Topics include which grips are best suited to hitting particular spins.

The first objects to strike a tennis ball were as primitive as could be. Trace the evolution of the racquet from the earliest pre-racquets through today's advanced technology.

Animations illustrate a sequence of footwork exercises you can use to warm up and as agility training. Each animation is accompanied by an explanation of its benefits.

If playing honorably is important to you, you should know The Code. Just how honorable you must be will become evident as you take this quiz.

Learn how to use age, size, strength, and experience to choose the right length tennis racquet for a junior player. This article includes tips on finding a good racquet ... Read More