While you might think everyone in Music City spends their days strumming a guitar, many Nashvillians much prefer the sound of a tennis ball coming off their racket strings. I grew up playing junior tennis tournaments in Nashville, TN, and … Continued
27 Reasons to Be Thankful for Tennis
Have you started to think about what you want to say thanks for this Thanksgiving? If you’re a tennis player, the sport is probably one of many things you appreciate in your life. Here’s some of the reasons we’re thankful … Continued
Best Candid Moments from the 2014 Pro Tennis Season
There’s been some great moments on the tennis court throughout the 2014 pro season. But the times when the players put down their rackets and get a little silly remind us why we enjoy following professional tennis so much. From … Continued
Play Local: Is the Future of Tennis in San Francisco?
Before you read past this sentence, play this video to listen to a three-minute song about San Francisco that will serve as your soundtrack while you read this three-minute blog post about San Francisco. Ok, now start reading. San Francisco … Continued
Tennis Talent Sean Karl Remembered for Strength of Character
This post was written by guest author Eric Roddy. Eric is a junior at the University of the South, where he studies English and Spanish and is a member of the varsity tennis team. In his spare time he enjoys … Continued
How to Adjust Your Tennis Game for Cold Weather
Lately, I’ve been writing about indoor tennis courts a lot. This is mostly because I am not a fan of the cold. Anyone who works at MyTennisLessons knows that I frequently wrap a blanket around myself while writing these blog … Continued
Indoor Junior Tennis Tournaments to Play This Month
Are you looking for something active for your child to do this month? Yes, it’s cold outside, but in November there are dozens of USTA junior tennis tournaments at indoor facilities that cater to youth players of all levels. Whether … Continued
How to Put Your Tennis Lessons Into Practice
Building the right fundamentals in tennis is essential to developing your game. Whether you’re working on your serve, ground strokes, volleys or strategy, it always helps to know the theory behind each shot, as well as the preparation that goes … Continued
Play Local: Is Orlando the Happiest Tennis Place on Earth?
Florida has long been considered an international hub for tennis talent. Bradenton, located on the Gulf Coast of Florida, is home to the famous Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy, where some of the best professional players of all time got their … Continued
The Best Indoor Tennis Courts in Philadelphia
Winter took Philadelphia by storm last weekend, bringing strong winds that reportedly knocked down several trees and blew out one local resident’s shed. But Philly tennis players can keep warm without wearing woolens on the court at one the area’s … Continued