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Learning from Pushers

Everyone seems to hate playing pushers and today we will be discussing what we can learn from pushers. I want to begin with a quote from a very good friend and longtime doubles partner, Mark: “There’s another name for pushers; Winners.” The reason people hate playing pushers is because they have a knack for winning. 

Doubles Strategy – When to Poach

When is the right time to poach when you're playing doubles? That is the topic of today's video tennis lesson! I've many times heard it suggested that you should make your move on the poach when your partner's serve hit's the service box. I'm definitely not a fan of that and in the

Should I Quit Tennis?

Our question for discussion today comes from Fabrice who asks: “I had myself a moment of discouragement yesterday, when I got out of a practice session.  Even though I have seen some clear progress, I am still not consistent--hence not confident in certain shots.  I feel like I hear over and over the same advice,

How to Beat a Pusher

Our idea for today’s topic comes from Fernando in Brazil.  Fernando’s question: “I have all the strokes and a game that is based on consistency rather than power.  Usually I work on the point until there is a clear chance to attack.  I am very comfortable with my opponent having a little more power with

“Feel” vs “Science” – Which is Best?

I've received a lot of comments in response to my current "Myth Buster" series that go something like this: "Why are you bad mouthing teachers who want to say that a certain technique 'feels like this' when it leads to improvement?? Who cares if it's what actually happens!" This video is in direct

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