Stop-action photos illustrate this tennis lesson on how to hit the basic Eastern forehand. Aside from the basic volley, this is probably the easiest of all strokes to learn, and ... Read More

Try a fun quiz on tennis racquets. It's challenging enough to contribute at least a new insight or two to most who try it, and it will tell you ... Read More

Find answers to a wide range of questions about forehands. Topics include the full range of styles, stances, and spins and when each is most advantageous.

Caution can be risky. If you're not trying some of these tactics to make your tennis more aggressive, you're probably losing points by playing it too safe.

If you're looking for a smooth, generally arm-friendly one-handed backhand to emulate, Amelie Mauresmo provides an excellent demonstration. The comments that accompany these photos of Amelie hitting her backhand ... Read More

For most of the planet, it's getting windy out there. Photos illustrate this step-by-step lesson on how to hit the heavy slice serve, one of the best serves for ... Read More

Tennis isn't chess, but it does pay to think ahead. Learn how to set yourself up for an easy winner using specific combinations of "moves" in the forms of ... Read More

Test your knowledge of court positioning for singles and doubles. Each question on this quiz presents you with a court diagram on which you must find the best positioning ... Read More

Find answers to your questions about the basics of serving. Topics include the stance, grip, toss, point of contact, and serve swing for first and second serves.

A video clip illustrates the swinging volley, a great tool to use against those human backboard, semi-moonballers. Instructional comments address the swinging volley's tactical uses and technique.

Photos illustrate step-by-step instructions on how to apply an overgrip onto your tennis racquet. A grip wrap keeps your handle drier, preserves your original grip, helps to prevent the ... Read More

Test your knowledge of forehands and backhands. Questions explore the relationships between grips, spins, and an assortment of other factors.

Learn how to fix problems with your backhand. This article suggests several specific changes in technique for each type of undesirable result, such as hitting long.

Find answers to the most important questions about strings. Topics include tension, types, gauges, repairs, restringing, and more.