Ad Court in Tennis
15 Nov 2017/Start the ConversationAd Court (noun) [ad kohrt]
Definition of Ad Court
The ad court is the left side of the tennis court as divided by the center service line and center mark at the baseline.
Ace In Tennis
15 Nov 2017/Start the ConversationAce (noun) [eys]
Definition of Ace
An ace is a serve that successfully lands in the service box and does not touch the receiving player’s racquet.
Love In Tennis: Learn What It Means and How to Use It
25 Sep 2017/Start the ConversationCurious what the term love means in tennis? We’ve got you covered. Read on to learn everything you need to know.
While you’re here, you may also want to check out our article on the score of deuce in tennis or our complete article on tennis scoring.
The Tennis Serve Stance Guide: Platform & Pinpoint
03 Oct 2016/Start the ConversationThe tennis serve stance is one of the key components associated with hitting a great serve because it sets the foundation for the entire service motion.
Perfecting Your Tennis Serve Grip Technique
06 Sep 2016/6 CommentsToday we’re going to talk about the tennis serve grip. It’s one of the very first things you’ll need to learn if you want to hit a proper tennis serve and it’s something you can practice before you even step onto a court. In this article, we’ll cover:
Deuce in Tennis: Learn What Deuce Means and When To Use It
23 May 2016/Start the ConversationIf you’re curious what “deuce” in tennis means you’ve come to the right place.
If there’s one part of the tennis scoring system that confuses people the most, deuce is up there as one of the biggest culprits right up there with the score of love.
The truth is, deuce is quite simple.
An Overview & Guide to the Continental Grip
15 Apr 2016/2 CommentsIf you’re new to tennis one of the very first grips you’ll likely be taught is the continental grip. This grip is unique because it’s the one grip that virtually all tennis players have in common for their serves and volleys.
Let’s take an in-depth look at the continental tennis grip, how you should hold it and what it’s useful for.
A Complete Overview of The Western Forehand Grip
04 Feb 2014/1 CommentAs the game of tennis has evolved and moved towards hard hitting baseline rallies, the western grip has gained in popularity among players of all ages and skill levels.
In this article we’ll take a complete look at the western forehand tennis grip and talk about some of the main benefits and drawbacks for players that choose to use this grip.
A Complete Overview of The Semi-Western Forehand Grip
04 Feb 2014/3 CommentsThe semi-western grip is one of three primary tennis grips used to hold a tennis racquet when hitting a forehand. While there is no perfect grip, the semi-western grip has become one of the most popular forehand grips in tennis.
In this article we’ll explore the semi-western grip as well as the pros and cons associated with it.