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Jeff's Tennis Blog December 2007 Archive

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

2007 ATP Tour Year in Review Quiz

Friday December 28, 2007
Test your recall of tennis highlights from the ATP Tour in 2007. No, answering "Roger Federer" to every question won't work.

Photo Lesson: How to Hit the Twist Serve

Friday December 28, 2007
The twist is one of the two kick serves used most often as a second serve in advanced tennis. It can also be a smart first serve, especially if you ... Read More

How to Beat a Two-Hander

Friday December 28, 2007
Learn tactics that work well against two-handed backhands. Each basic type of backhand (one-handed or two) has distinct advantages and disadvantages that roughly balance out. Your best bet ... Read More

Parents FAQ

Tuesday December 25, 2007
With the kids admiring their new racquets and a new year about to begin, many parents might be thinking about how best to bring more tennis into their family's life. ... Read More

Photo Lesson: The One-Handed Backhand Sidespin Slice

Friday December 21, 2007
Photos illustrate this step-by-step lesson on how to hit the one-handed backhand sidespin slice. This is one of the most fun shots to hit, and it has several interesting tactical ... Read More

Major Records in Tennis History Maze

Friday December 21, 2007
Try to weave your way through ten questions about the all-time tennis records with as few steps as possible. If you're a tennis history buff, you'll probably know which ... Read More

Racquet Care and Stringing

Friday December 21, 2007
This is a time of year when a racquet often meets its new owner. Here are a few important tips for keeping up your end of a long and ... Read More

2007 WTA Tour Year in Review Quiz

Friday December 14, 2007
Test your recall of tennis highlights from the WTA Tour in 2007. You'll get a mix of easy and tough questions, but they're all fair.

Grips FAQ

Friday December 14, 2007
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.

Buying an Adult Tennis Racquet

Friday December 14, 2007
Learn how to choose and buy the right adult tennis racquet Get tips on price, weight, balance, length, how to do research, where to shop, and more.

Photo Lesson: The Inside-Out Forehand

Wednesday December 12, 2007
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 pro game.

Strings and Stringing Quiz

Friday December 7, 2007
Test your knowledge of the effects of string type and stringing choices on racquet performance, arm safety, and stroke production. Stringing makes a big difference in the way a racquet ... Read More

Singles Positioning and Placement FAQ

Friday December 7, 2007
Learn where to put yourself and the ball in singles. Answers include offensive and defensive situations involving all of the major strokes.

Buying a Racquet for a Beginner

Friday December 7, 2007
Learn how to choose the right tennis racquet for a beginner. This article will help you narrow the options based on price, weight, length, head size, and balance.

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