Real topspin is probably the biggest missing piece in your forehand right now. Last time, I showed you why most players think they're hitting topspin but aren't. Today, I'm walking you through the exact drills I use with my students to build real, game-changing spin. But first, let's talk about
You think you're hitting topspin, but you're probably not. And here's the thing: it's not just you. Most tennis players don't generate nearly enough spin to actually curve the ball for safety, confidence, or offense. Want proof? Watch enough club players swing and you'll see moves that look like topspin,
I was working with a young coach on her teaching skills when a student walked up and said something I've heard a thousand times before. She's been playing and taking lessons for years, and she just can't hit with topspin. No matter what she tries, her forehand comes out flat.
Carlos Alcaraz has one of the best forehands in the world right now. And I mean that without any hesitation. The power, the spin, the consistency under pressure — it's a weapon that makes even the best players on tour uncomfortable. So let's break down exactly how he does it,
If you have ever watched a professional tennis match from court level, you know exactly what I am talking about. The ball comes off the racket with this aggressive, almost violent dip. It looks like the laws of gravity have been temporarily suspended and then suddenly reinstated. It feels like
There are few things more elusive to tennis players than the topspin serve, which explains why SO many players are stuck with a slow, attackable second serve instead of a confident, aggressive one that dips into the box with tons of margin over the net. Here are the steps you
Winning points in tennis can be difficult, but if you have the right strategy and court skills, you can walk away with some easy, and sometimes even FREE points during your matches! Check out these tactics and apply them to your next match and see how many FREE points you
Having some variety between your first and second serve is key to a good tennis game. However you don't just want to change the speed of your serve, you also want to add spin! Have a great spin or kick second serve does not only benefit you through safety, but
Most tennis players want to hit a big flashy winner. We all want to be on the "highlight" reel and feel good about a hard, put-away shot. However, most of the time, those attempts end in error, even though the one or few times we do hit it, feels great.
Are you sick of being the victim of high, HEAVY forehands that pin you back and force you make contact way above your strike zone? Here's how to turn the tables on your opponent by developing a heavy forehand of your own (and watch them get pinned back for a
