Cross Court vs Down The Line Hitting Explained
If you have seen matches on TV, you will undoubtedly have heard commentators using terms such as cross court and down the line. As a tennis coach, it seems pretty …
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Do Tennis Players Jump When Serving?
Do you know why taller players can serve faster than others in tennis? The main reason is that they can contact the ball from a higher angle than most. Without …
Why Do Tennis Players Bounce The Ball Before Serve?
It’s something just about every professional tennis player does. They will bounce the ball several times before serving. Some do it with their racket; most use their hands. It doesn’t …
Why Do Tennis Players Hit The Ball To Each Other?
Have you ever wondered why tennis players hit the ball at each other? At first glance, it may seem counterproductive to hit the ball to your opponent, but there are …