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You should be fine either way. Considering you already hit a one handed, if I was your coach I would just continue to work on it. It's counter productive to rework it, unless it just wasn't effective at all. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I've never seen an Eastern grip. Nearly everyone is a semi western. A couple full western | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Disagree with this. The most important factor is hitting millions of balls and practicing every shot until it is automatic. There is no substitute for this. You will get very fit just doing that. Some flexibility work is icing on the cake. Hitting the gym and lifting weights adds little to nothing. Sure at the pro lev... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
There are all kinds of poly's out there. They cause them if you hit off center causing the racket to twist and vibrate. If you hit sweet spot not necessarily | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Do all of your top students use a semi-western grip?
Im a relatively newer player, and the pros at my club have mentioned I hit with a lot of topspin, but i find myself most comfortable with a grip thats about halfway between a semi-western & an eastern. Do you recommend i try to adjust this now to be more “normal” b... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Frankly it's all about proper body mechanics and weight transfer. Your technique and ability to hit the sweet spot should be good before you try to increase swingspeed | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
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You can teach someone how to move. You can't teach them to move. I can teach all the split steps, shuffles, crossovers, etc. If you don't do them there's nothing I can do | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Why are tennis balls fuzzy? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Do you think that’s because eastern is a handicap at competitive level or just coaching methods have phased it out? (Wondering how someone like Agassi would fare against the extreme forehands we see routinely now?) | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Most start playing at 3-4 years old which is perfectly fine imo. The earlier you start to compete the better. Match experience is very important even when you're young. Gorr a junior player there is no such thing as off season. There's always a tournament happening somewhere. Whether that's a low level tournament at a ... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
It's frankly impossible to tell. The pro scene is so different from even ITF level juniors | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
12 yo boy has UTR of 5.5 but hits at 6-7 level. Played since age 5 and his aim is a college scholarship. He has an eastern grip on the FH. Very good BH but lacks consistency on the FH bc it’s flat. When he recently tried a semi-western it was a mess, couldn’t hit with it at all. At his age/level would you recommend he ... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
If you look at the specs of different racquet families on TW, you'll find they're really close across all brands. For example, the 98in control racquets like Wilson Blade, Tecnifibre TF40, Head Radical, Babolat Pure Strike are all really close in terms of weight, balance, swing weight, etc. The only thing that isn't qu... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I've got multiple rackets for different things. When I actually want to play I've got my Head Prestige mids. Then I've got 2 pure drive roddicks. One is set up for feeding the other for hitting. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Staying active is always beneficial to tennis. Watching YouTube videos is also a good use of time then practicing shadows in front of a mirror. If it's short and slow return use it to get to the net | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I don't think it's beneficial to isolate footwork specifically. I can teach you how to move properly but it's something that is completely on the player to do especially as a tennis coach. There are other people who focus specifically on footwork and movement | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
The sad thing is a big part of that is their natural ability. Tournament results are also factored in. The chance of going pro is so so low. One of my coworkers finished her junior career ranked 84 in the world and she has practically no chance of going pro. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Recreational player that wants to learn some coaching fundamentals to help others get into the game with simple basics. Any recommendations on where to start? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Just any tournament in general. Once you start to compete having equipment that fits your game and that you're comfortable with is important | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
It's not. Bur if you look at the top internal junior tournament they're all yellow ball. So yellow ball experience is very important for the really good players | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I would ask my coworker but sadly he left for vacation. He's got every generation of the blade. I believe the new blades would feel similar but I'm not sure. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Not really. I balance out because I still play quite a bit. It actually helps to slow down and find my sweet spot. Coaching has actually helped me because I recognized my opponents weaknesses way easier | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I could never do that as much as I would want to. I just make them run | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Gasquet, Wawrinka, Dimitrov, Federer, and Theim all have one handed backhands that are weapons. Yes it's a disadvantage to some but for others it's a weapon | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
i do this to my wife but she knows what im doing so doesnt chase... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Frankly I have no idea. It changes all the time from generation to generation. The tennis academy are there because the weather is fantastic for tennis. Doesn't mean that all the top kids are from there | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
It's hard to describe in a text. But there's a lot of things you look for. As for professionals they're super rare | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Lol | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
One of the big ones that most people forget about is fitness. As for net game you just need to keep things simple | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Those players have all developed a modern top-spin stroke, though. They're not the talented but short 9 yos that are forced to hit moonballs over their heads instead of taking a green ball at shoulder height and able to drive it. That's my impression of the benefit of the lower compression at least. The lower bounce, m... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I mean that's all on footwork. You can take any ball at shoulder height if you move for it | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
The biggest piece of advice would be to focus on your mental game | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
How do you keep these teenagers from burning out? How do you keep the parents from ruining their kids? Managing parents seems to be even harder than the players. Have you had to fire kids because of the parents' behavior? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I think there is. It's just going to be extremely hard to break into the space that USTA and UTR occupy | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
A lot of players aren't perfectly in those grips. You'll be fine. I also have a slightly modified grip | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Because the outer covering gets ripped up by the string | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I feel like it's just been phased out. The modern game relies very heavily on spin | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I would probably try to adapt the backswing. It also depends on things such as tournament and results | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
If you ever do groups or lessons. Pay attention to what the coach says abd does. I learned a lot from my own coach | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
You have to make them enjoy the game and the process. Parents are interesting. Some are completely hands off and just let you do everything, some are involved with them wanting to make their kid better but they refer to you and what best to do, while others think they know what's best for their kid. A lot of the time i... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I’m trying to coach a range of kids from 10-16 basically any tips or resources to help? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
If you have prime you can watch Rada Nadal academy. It's somewhat different these days, but largely the same. Plenty of kids sent to the various academies to fulfill their parents dreams. Others with no real hope of doing anything besides maybe getting a scholarship to a small D1 or more likely D2 put out on court 100 ... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Is elbow/shoulder pain (only while playing tennis) more likely caused by strings or the racquet (stiffness)? For reference I use full poly on a Pure Strike Team | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Was coaching always your plan and do you enjoy it? Do you see yourself continuing to do it or do you eventually any to switch to a different job?
Most of the guys from college are teaching pros. I've found it hit and miss if they really enjoy it or are just doing it because it pays pretty well and is easy. They tend ... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
The fact that she teaches doesn't mean she's a good teacher. Don't know what to tell you. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Top international tournament success at 9/10 when green and orange balls are typically used I would guess are a really poor indicator of future success.
Have a look at this:
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/24748668.2014.11868761
The characteristics of green ball tennis even are not great at replicating a... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
That’s really not true. Taking the ball on the rise so it’s not too high requires a level of strength a young player may not have yet. Moving back to receive as it falls it may be limited by a wall or fence also prevents you from attacking and gives up loads of court space. The solution. More extreme grips and hit it a... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Thank you! | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
how do you go about addressing mental health when your students experience injuries?
I used to love playing reasonably competitively, but I haven't been able to play at all in the past 6 months due to some bad injuries, and I truthfully don't think I'll ever be able to play anywhere near as much as I used. I'd really ... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
What exercises do you do to help build the muscles for the one hander? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Don't ditch the fast feet drills though. They're also pretty important for better positionning before you hit the ball. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
What exercises at the gym help with this? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Depends exactly what level you're playing with. Recreational level ? Sure, some drills here and there can be enough. But once your start playing competitively (say utr 8-9 and above) you almost never see an unfit player. It doesn't matter if they're doing gym or not, they train a lot. And not by playing tennis only.
It... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
They’re probably not. Foot positioning is more about coordination of the feet in relation to a moving object. The act of being able to tap your feet really fast through a ladder is not hugely helpful | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
God, no. I mean, I'm myself a western grip player. I'd absolutely not recommend this grip for starting until they're solid with their arm or become teens / early adulthood before they can start experiencing different grips.
Reason is, kids aren't developped enough with their arms when trying different grips which can ... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
as a 7 utr junior, i can definitely relate lmao | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I’m not sure why you’ve downvoted this take… I’m literally advocating for using orange balls so players use more neutral grips as they don’t bounce as high. With a yellow ball for a small player they will organise themselves into the only position that allows them to play above their head as the bounce demands it given... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
It's so hard to find a racket here because we lack the tennis shops and don't have a lot of the demos for the shops that do exist.
Please, if you could somehow tell him about this thread when he's back, that'd be amazing. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
This is really helpful. Thanks! | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I was asking as someone not at the club level. I intend to play ITF down the road. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
You mean how fast the racquet completes the take back? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I would say the main thing is to have patience. They might not get something for some time. Make the lessons fun and engage with the kid and their parents | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
The major cause of most pain is technique. It's hard to say if it's the racket or the string without knowing what specifically is going on. My coach got recommended to play with the stiffest racket possible to help with his wrist. It's hard to say | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Overall I love coaching. There are definitely people I hate coaching and others I love. Same thing with groups. I do work at the club we just have a lot of very good players | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I'm not saying replicating the pros. All the coaches I've worked with agree that the progression limits those couple very good players. That's why they get pushed through to yellow | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
It all starts from the beginning. Focusing on proper technique, footwork, and equipment to try and reduce the risk of injury. Warming up the correct way and stretching before and after playing are also things I emphasize. If they do get injured, I always encourage them to see a specialist and get a diagnosis so they kn... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Exercises are not my strong suit but I personally do a lot of core rotation stuff and then strengthening my shoulders | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Yeah better yet, dont even play tennis anymore, the better u get! | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I'm not the person to ask about gym stuff | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Yeah. On the other hand some people are too patient | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Different in what way? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I would make a post about it on 10s. There's bound to be someone who's played with that played and then a newer one | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
No not at all. It's how fast the racket is moving when you make contact with the ball. Your take back should be a lot slower | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
No not at all. It's how fast the racket is moving when you make contact with the ball. Your take back should be a lot slower | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Ball speed, spin, consistency, accuracy, athleticism, etc | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
?? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Makes sense. So I would ideally work on 1+2+3 first. Then 4+6+7. All without neglecting physical fitness training in addition to the tennis training. I got 5 covered already so I’m not too concerned about that one personally. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
What i do is tennis rally running without pause (no play) till failure. Once a week with a week in between matches. And Copenhagen planks is a killer exercise. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Pretty much | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
 | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I'm sorry if that downvote was harsh. I'm saying that western grips for kids are usually not recommended. Mainly for 3 reasons :
- They're kids. They can't generate enough power in high balls (read shoulder's level or above). I'm pretty sure you all remember when you played a 14 yo kid and all you had to do was to pu... | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Got it, then great Ill stick with whats working then. Thanks for the reply! | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Is it a fool’s errand to think I can get my son to the same level as the kids in Greenwich & Darien CT when I don’t have the same budget? After talent levels off and it’s about hard work does it then come down to resources when it comes to tennis? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
11-12yo??? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Interesting mental toughness is that low. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Your students are on the court 8-15hrs a week just clinic plus match time?? Wow. I can afford to get my son maybe 4hrs/week. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Sadly tennis does come down to money sooner or later. It depends where you are. You can always ask around and see if anyone is willing to help out with coaching. College players are great for this | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
No. 11-12 UTR | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
What's a tip you have for a kid who gets really really angry at themselves during a match? Obviously they need to remember it just a game, etc. but any specific technique on how to overcome their anger and get back into the game? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
I would, but I just made a post about asking people which tennis smart watches they use - so I don't want to spam | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
This list ain't perfect by any means. It's super generic. It truly depends on the player on what they need to work on in what order | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Ah I get it. I saw that post | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
That's just group stuff. Some are there everyday others only come like twice a week. It's also not counting privates, them playing with each other, tournaments, fitness, and maybe Medical stuff if they've got injuries | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
What would you say is the most common crossover sport and what sport transfers best to tennis? (I played hockey before tennis and I know a ton of hockey players that did the same) | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
How can you really distinguish a flat shot from a topspin shot? I am a beginner and struggle quiet hard to really see if I hit the ball with Topspin or if its a flat shot. Can I distinguish it by swing path? | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Oh lololol | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Hmm ok good idea. My “goal” for him is to play on the high school team and get as good as he can and play for college without planning on it paying for college. Just to continue to play since he loves it and is good at it and it will give him structure/community at school. | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
Gotcha gotcha | r/10s | comment | r/10s | 2024-11-07 |
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