What do you do when your opponent hits the ball low and short? Why, brush and cut, of course! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, tip, rock and rally, podcast, career, aggressive, mindset, brush, cut, slice, topspin, underspin, net, midcourt, short, flat, arsenal, variety, versatility, advanced, intermediate, Federer

The 2017 Australian Open is set to kick off another exciting year of Grand Slam play. Can Kerber defend her title? Can Serena win her 23rd Grand Slam singles title? Will it be Murray vs. Djokovic (again) in the finals? What are Federer’s and Nadal’s chances? Who will have a breakthrough tournament? Share with us...

Intensity is often considered a positive attribute for tennis. Can one be “too intense”? Listen to our podcast as we share our insights on intensity, and why it can be your friend, as well as your enemy! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, tip, rock and rally, podcast, career,...

In tennis, we frequently talk about “maintaining an aggressive mindset” or “playing aggressively”. Unfortunately, the notion of aggression is often misunderstood by players to mean bludgeoning the ball; or trying to hit every line; or going for hero shots. Listen to our podcast as we share our insights on aggression, and why aggression is a...

Welcome to another “Match Points Q&A” segment (#2) where we answer questions from our listeners! In this episode, we share insights on why some players struggle against “junk ballers”; what to spend your practice time; and give our take on the one-handed versus two-handed backhand. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section....

Do you get frustrated and thrown off of your game by players with unconventional or unorthodox strokes and shots? Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights on how to play against unorthodox players. Tags: tennis, tip, rock and rally, podcast, career, unorthodox, unconventional, continental, forehand, rapper, recognition, anticipation, positioning, preparation, execution,...

Attention all young(er) tennis players! Are you getting humbled at the hands of players who are significantly older, more experienced and crafty? Listen to our podcast as we share our approach and insights on how to play against wily and more mature players. Tags: tennis, rock and rally, podcast, career, spf, smart, positive, focus, skill,...

What an incredible finale to 2016 on the ATP Tour! Congratulations to Andy Murray for finishing the year as the Number One ranked player! What can we expect to see on the ATP Tour in 2017? Can Djokovic reclaim the top spot? Will 2017 be the last serious runs at the majors for Federer and...

After an unpredictable 2016 season, what can we expect to see on the WTA in 2017? Can Kerber hang on to Number One? Can Serena win another major? Will Madison Keys break through and win her first major? Watch out for Sharapova! Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Tags: tennis, rock...

Do you often try to hit winners at inopportune times? Listen to our podcast as we share our insights regarding going on the offensive. Share with us your thoughts below in the comments section. Excerpt from podcast: ——– From beginners to advanced level players, and even to the some of the pro players, the temptation...