Spring has finally arrived! Us tennis gals are super excited to finally be able to play outside again, but nearly just as pumped to stow our sweatpants for the season and break out the skirts. If you’re looking for a fresh … Continued
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Why are tennis balls fuzzy?
You might know how to hit a perfect inside-out, down-the-line forehand, but we bet you don’t know everything about tennis. MyTennisLessons answers why tennis balls are fuzzy and other questions you have about the game. Why are tennis balls yellow … Continued
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The Girls Are Back in Town
This week, charming Charleston, SC, is hosting the Family Circle Cup, a professional women’s tennis tournament featuring top players such as Eugenie Bouchard, Elena Makarova and Andrea Petkovic. Established in 1973, the Family Circle Cup was fundamental in the development … Continued
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MTL Tennis Coach of the Month: Thomas B. in Los Angeles, CA
MyTennisLessons is pleased to announce Thomas B. in Los Angeles, CA, as our tennis coach of the month for March. In addition to coaching tennis, Thomas is an actor who has starred in both film and television series. He has been doing a fantastic job teaching his … Continued
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The Tennis Player’s Guide to Easter
For those who celebrate the holiday, Easter is a commemoration of renewal and rebirth. So this Sunday, instead of gorging yourself on marzipan eggs and Marshmallow Peeps, do something that will give you renewed energy toward a healthier, more active … Continued
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Dear Avery: Should I ditch my doubles partner?
Dear Avery, Lately, I’ve been having trouble keeping my cool in doubles. My partner seems to make more mistakes than I do, so I feel a lot of pressure to win my side all the time. I get frustrated with … Continued
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Roger Federer Announces Retirement
This morning, 17-time grand slam champion Roger Federer announced his retirement in front of a tearful crowd at the Miami Open in Key Biscayne, Florida. The former world No. 1, who chose not to enter the tournament this year, made … Continued
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10 Things Southern Tennis Players Do Better
There are great tennis players in California; there are great tennis players in New York. But some of the most passionate, dedicated and fun-loving tennis players come from the South, where our forehand slices are sweeter than a slice of … Continued
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5 Things to Do in Miami This Weekend
At Crandon Park Tennis Center in Key Biscayne, Florida, the world’s top tennis professionals are competing for the Miami Open title in front of crowds as large as 13,300 people. Whether you’re from the Miami area — or live in … Continued
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40 Really Awkward Tennis Photos
Do you cower in fear when a photographer shows up at your tennis match? You know he’s about to take the most awkward photo possible of you and that you’ll have to go on a Facebook un-tagging spree in the days to follow. … Continued
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