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Jeff's Tennis Blog December 2008 Archive

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

The Tennis Master Quiz

Tuesday December 30, 2008
Each correct answer brings a new question of higher difficulty. See how far you can get.

Photo Study of Andy Roddick's Serve

Friday December 26, 2008
Extraordinary photos of Andy Roddick hitting his huge serve capture many of the key elements in his technique. Explanations of each photo will help you learn how to generate more ... Read More

Racquet Care and Stringing

Friday December 26, 2008
This is the time of year when brand new racquets put lots of smiles on faces. Here are some tips to help you keep your new friend in pristine ... Read More

Volley Repair

Tuesday December 23, 2008
Learn how to correct specific problems and hit better volleys. Find multiple suggestions for fixing such problems as hitting long, hitting the net, and general inconsistency.

Strings FAQ

Friday December 19, 2008
If a custom-strung racquet is on your gift list this year, or if you just want to do something nice for your arm and your game, learning more about strings ... Read More

A More Tennis-Like Platform Tennis

Friday December 19, 2008
In most of the US at least, winter has made a dramatic, and slightly early, entrance. If you were hoping for a few more weeks of outdoor ball-hitting, ... Read More

Buying the Right Length Racquet for a Junior Player

Tuesday December 16, 2008
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 choosing a racquet when demos ... Read More

Tennis on the Cheap

Friday December 12, 2008
Someone put too much topspin on our economy. As a result, you may be feeling priced out of tennis for now. Here are a bunch of ideas to ... Read More

Racquets Quiz

Friday December 12, 2008
Try a fun quiz on tennis racquets. You'll probably pick up a new insight or two that will help your arm, your game, and/or your buying decision.

Top Five Mistakes of Inexperienced Competitors

Tuesday December 9, 2008
Learn to avoid these five common mistakes in positioning, placement, and stroke selection. These fixes are easy to remember and easy to apply.

Photo Study of Jelena Jankovic's Strokes

Friday December 5, 2008
Superb photos capture Jelena Jankovic hitting forehands, backhands, and serves. Accompanying each is a brief explanation of her technique.

Animated Tour of Tennis Footwork Exercises

Friday December 5, 2008
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 the benefits of the exercise.

Singles Positioning and Placement FAQ

Tuesday December 2, 2008
Learn where to put yourself and the ball in singles. Answers include offensive and defensive situations involving all of the major strokes.

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