Test your knowledge of the sometimes subtle Code of Tennis with this fun, self-grading quiz. Players who know (and follow) The Code tend to be the ones everyone enjoys ... Read More

This step-by-step lesson shows you how to take forehands early and thus more aggressively. It also explains the tactical advantages you will gain by mastering this skill.

Learn how to win more tennis matches with better strategies and tactics at the beginner through early intermediate levels. You'll find most of these ideas easy to put into use.

If you've ever read anything about tennis racquets or even just seen a typical ad, the two words you've probably seen most often are control and power. This is ... Read More

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 should ... Read More

These four players most profoundly shaped the way tennis is played today. Are the initials R.L., I.L., M.N., and C.E. enough for you to guess who they are?

Find answers to your questions about backhands. Topics include grips, spins, stances, and one-handed versus two-handed strokes.

Test your knowledge of the grips used for the major strokes in tennis. Questions include the best choices for various types of forehands, backhands, serves, volleys, and overheads.

Photos illustrate this step-by-step lesson on how to hit the medium-height backhand volley. Players miss this volley more than most others, because of uncertainty about whether to hit it like ... Read More

Learn to avoid five common mistakes in tennis strategy and stroke selection. Most intermediates and beginners lose at least one point per game due to these easily correctable errors.

See some of the famous girl phenoms of tennis, from Anna at 8 to Tracy at 17. You'll also meet a couple of newcomers who show promise as ... 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.

Few athletes have contributed as much as did Arthur Ashe. Follow Arthur's rise as a tennis star and his exceptional accomplishments after tennis.

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 of ... Read More

Contrary to a popular misconception, all serves should not be met at the same point of contact. Photos illustrate this tour of the ideal points of contact for five different ... Read More

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