Tennis Titles Spring 2016 · life the historical moments, exciting highlights, and overall emotion...

Sports–Tennis Titles Spring 2016

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9781937559380Pub Date: 4/18/16Ship Date: 4/18/16$39.95Trade Paperback

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The Bud Collins History of Tennis (3rd Edition)

Bud Collins

Contributor BioBud Collins is an internationally renowned tennis journalist and historian. A long-time columnist forthe Boston Globe, he covered the U.S. Open for CBS Sports and Wimbledon for NBC Sports; he iscurrently a correspondent for ESPN and the Tennis Channel. Collins is a recipient of the Red SmithAward for sports journalism and was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1994. Heis the coauthor of The Education of a Tennis Player and Evonne! On the Move and the author of My Lifewith the Pros. He lives in Boston.

SummaryCompiled by the world’s foremost tennis historian and journalist, this book is the ultimate collectionof historical tennis information, including year-by-year recaps of every tennis season andbiographical sketches of every major tennis personality, as well as stats, records, and championshiprolls for all of the major events. This third edition is updated with the latest history-making recordsand covers the recent achievements of a galaxy of stars—including Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic,Andy Murray, and Serena Williams—without forgetting the contributions of some of the foundationalnames in the sport, such as Rod Laver, Bjorn Borg, Billie Jean King, Chris Evert, and Andre Agassi.Collins highlights his own personal relationships with the sport’s biggest names, offering insights intothe world of professional tennis that can’t be found anywhere else.


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Playing TennisFrom Intermediate to AdvancedWilliam Ralston

Contributor BioWilliam Ralston is a freelance journalist and former professional tennis sparring partner.

SummaryA guide for developing players looking to join professional ranks

Playing Tennis addresses the challenges experienced by developing players who are starting to playadvanced competitive tennis and hoping to take their first steps in the professional game. Successat this level demands much more than good technique and so, drawing upon his personalexperience, the author analyzes all the key stages on this journey to the professional ranks,combining his knowledge with that of some of the sport’s leading players, coaches, and experts. Bycarefully breaking down each aspect of the advanced tennis game, Playing Tennis answers thoseimportant questions that can so often hold players back from maximizing their potential andbecoming a modern-day professional.

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112 PagesCarton Qty: 32Juvenile Fiction / Sports &RecreationJUV032000Series: Diary of a...

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Diary of a Tennis ProdigyShamini Flint, Sally Heinrich

Contributor BioShamini Flint has written many books for children, including Diary of a Super Swimmer and Diary of aTaekwondo Master, but is best known for her Inspector Singh Investigates series of crime fiction foradults. She and Sally Heinrich collaborated previously on A T-Rex Ate My Homework.

SummaryMarcus Atkinson is definitely not a tennis genius. But his dad is convinced that Marcus has magic inhis wrists. Marcus is a math whiz who is not good at sports. His dad is a self-help author who thinksMarcus can achieve anything he sets his mind to . . . with hilarious results. In illustrated diaryformat, Marcus's gentle, satiric humor and comic drawings will have readers laughing out loud whilelearning a surprising amount about tennis.

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The Reduced History of TennisThe Story of the Genteel Racket and Ball Game Squeezed into 100 Smashes and LobsRichard Pendleton, Tony Husband

Contributor BioRichard Pendleton is also the author of The Reduced History of Cats.

SummaryNo one is safe in this top-spinning compilation of sports commentary and wacky reports. Readers willdelight in the ridiculous remembrances of the gentlemen and the players, the ladies and theball-boys, the coaches and the gurus, and the umpires and the line judges that have graced anddisgraced the quintessential game of high summer. The clean aces, racket abuse, net cords,strawberries and cream, the on-court tantrums, and the little white dresses that got the crowd oohingand ahhing in the fruity manner of Dan Maskell are amusingly recalled.





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The Open BookCelebrating 40 Years of America's Grand SlamUnited States Tennis Association, Rick Rennert, B...

Contributor BioThe United States Tennis Association is the national governing body for the sport of tennis in theUnited States that was created to standardize rules and regulations and promote and develop thegrowth of tennis in the United States. Rick Rennert is the author of two biographies, Henry Aaron andJesse Owens, and has edited dozens of sports books. Billie Jean King is a former professional tennisplayer who won 12 Grand Slam singles titles, 16 Grand Slam women’s doubles titles, and 11 GrandSlam mixed doubles titles.

SummaryA celebration of the sport of tennis and a spectacle of its most electrifying event, this book brings tolife the historical moments, exciting highlights, and overall emotion of the US Open. From the earlyyears of Billie Jean King and Arthur Ashe to current players like Roger Federer and Maria Sharapova,each of these household names have made their mark competing on the game's biggest stage. Thepages are filled with background information for each champion, interesting tidbits from their winningyears, and highlights from the past four decades. The stunning photographs allow readers to feelthe enthusiasm that surrounded each champion during their journey to victory, and theaccompanying US Open Court of Champions DVD features video tributes to the 15 greatest singleschampions in the history of the US Open with footage never made available before.



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The Greatest Tennis Matches of All TimeSteve Flink

Contributor BioSteve Flink is a tennis journalist who has covered more than 100 major tennis tournaments in hiscareer. He is a columnist for www.tennischannel.com and the author of The Greatest Tennis Matches ofthe Twentieth Century. He is the former editor of World Tennis magazine and a former senior columnistat Tennis Week. He lives in Katonah, New York.

SummaryAuthor and tennis historian Steve Flink profiles and ranks the greatest tennis matches in the historyof the sport. Roger Federer, Billie Jean King, Rafael Nadal, Bjorn Borg, John McEnroe, MartinaNavratilova, Rod Laver, and Chris Evert are all featured in this book that breaks down, analyzes, andputs into historical context the most memorable matches ever played. Practically providing readerswith a courtside seat at tennis’ most historic and significant duels, this resource is sure to be thestart—and end—of many tennis debates.





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Jan KodesA Journey to Glory from Behind the Iron CurtainJan Kodes, Peter Kolar

Contributor BioJan Kodes is a member of the International Tennis Hall of Fame and one of the greatest playersfrom the Czech Republic. He won the men's singles title at Wimbledon in 1973 and at the FrenchOpen in 1970 and 1971. He played in the Davis Cup for Czechoslovakia for 15 years beginning in1966 and is among the top 20 players in matches played and won in the history of the competition.He has served as his country's Davis Cup captain, president of the Czech Tennis Association, andtournament director of ATP Czech Open tournament. Peter Kolar is a Czech writer, who has writtenfor Basket, Sports Plus, and Xantypa. He is the author of several Czech books profiling the NBA, theWinter Olympics, and three-time world decathlon champion, Tomas Dvorak.

SummaryDocumenting the successful journey from political turmoil to international tennis fame, thiscompelling memoir chronicles the highs and lows in the life of Wimbledon champion Jan Kodes.Detailing the early days of darkness and family persecution in cold war Czechoslovakia, thecomplexities of becoming a professional tennis player under a totalitarian regime is explored. Thethrilling victories at Wimbledon and the French Open are highlighted, along with two final-round runsat the U.S. Open. Tennis fans and history buffs will delight at this copiously illustrated biography thatoutlines the fascinating path from Communist disapproval to an eventual induction into theInternational Tennis Hall of Fame.



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Double FaultMy Rise and Fall, and My Road BackRosco Tanner, Mike Yorkey, Stan Smith

Contributor BioRoscoe Tanner was one of professional tennis's strongest left-handed players during his years onthe men's professional circuit from 1972 to 1984. He won a Grand Slam singles championship at theAustralian Open in 1977. After his professional career ended, he played briefly on the senior tourbefore becoming a tennis instructor. Mike Yorkey has authored, coauthored, or collaborated on 50books, including Holding Serve by Michael Chang; In His Court by Betsy Nagelsen McCormack; and Up,Up, and Away with Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. He lives in the San Diego area. Stan Smith is aformer professional tennis player and a two-time Grand Slam singles champion.

SummaryA confessional story that reads like fiction, this is the true story of a famed tennis star who went frombeing ranked fourth in the world, dueling the sport’s greatest players to lying to police in severalcountries to avoid jail. Roscoe Tanner’s life is a complicated story that include years of one-nightstands with groupies, a private fortune amassed and then lost, multiple failed marriages andrelationships, business plans that fizzled, fleeing to Europe for a last chance, the pounding on thedoor by two German detectives that led to an involuntary stay in the Karlsruhe jail, and, ultimately,finding redemption. Double Fault is Tanner's story-arrests, cons, lies, and all in an attempt to share itwith others to prove that when you hit bottom you can still pick yourself up, dust yourself off andkeep moving forward.



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The Wimbledon Final That Never Was . . .And Other Tennis Tales from a By-Gone EraSidney Wood, David Wood

Contributor BioSidney Wood was an American tennis player who was crowned men’s singles champion at Wimbledonin 1931. He was also a singles finalist at the 1935 U.S. Championships, played for the U.S. DavisCup team in both 1931 and 1934, and was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in1964. David Wood is Sidney's son

SummaryThe only time in the history of Wimbledon that the men’s singles final was not played is told indetail by the crowned champion in this illuminating tennis biography. Sidney Wood won the 1931Wimbledon title by default over Frank Shields—his school buddy, doubles partner, roommate, andDavis Cup teammate—in one of the most curious episodes in sports history. Wood tells the tale ofhow Shields was ordered by the U.S. Tennis Association not to compete in the championship matchso that he could rest his injured knee in preparation for an upcoming Davis Cup match. Three yearslater the story continues when he and Shields played a match at the Queen’s Club for theWimbledon trophy. Also included are a compilation of short stories that deliver fascinating anecdotesof the 1930s and a signature document of the play and styles of 20th-century tennis legends.



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The Secrets of Spanish TennisChris Lewit, Lluis Bruguera

Contributor BioChris Lewit is a certified USTA High Performance Coach, the highest coaching designation in theUnited States. He is a contributing editor for Tennis Player magazine and the author of The TennisTechnique Bible. He lives in Weehawken, New Jersey. Lluis Bruguera is the founder and current directorof the Bruguera Tennis Academy in Spain. He is a former Spanish Davis Cup captain; the technicaldirector of the Real Federación Española de Tenis; and coach of his son, Sergi Bruguera, thetwo-time French Open champion and Olympic silver medalist.

SummaryWhat makes Spanish tennis so unique and successful? What exactly are those Spanish coachesdoing so differently to develop superstars like Rafael Nadal and David Ferrer that other systems arenot doing? These and other questions are answered in The Secrets of Spanish Tennis, the culminationof five years of study on the Spanish way of training by USTA High Performance Coach Chris Lewit.He visited many of the top Spanish academies and studied and interviewed some of the leadingcoaches in Spain to discern and distill this unique and special training methodology.





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The Physics and Technology of TennisHoward Brody, Rod Cross, Crawford Lindsey

Contributor BioHoward Brody is an emeritus professor of physics at the University of Pennsylvania. He is the authorof Tennis Science for Tennis Players. He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Rod Cross is an associateprofessor in physics at the University of Sydney, Australia. His paper in the American Journal of Physicson the sweet spots of a baseball bat was voted as one of the top 75 papers in physics in the UnitedStates. Crawford Lindsey is the publisher and managing editor of Racquet Tech magazine and TheStringer's Digest and the author of Book of Squash. He lives in San Diego, California.

SummaryHelping coaches and players streamline their learning systems, improve their performance, andfurther their understanding and enjoyment of the game, this book provides an entertaining andenlightening look at the physics behind how to use a racquet to change the speed and direction of atennis ball. Distinguishing the science from the folklore and myth, it makes the physics of tennisunderstandable to players of all skill levels. Important issues such as the role of string tension, themeaning of power, the importance of swing weight, and the relevance of the various sweet spots areaddressed. Athletes are shown how to play better tennis by obeying the laws of the universe,optimizing equipment for ultimate performance, and understanding the dynamics of tennis events.From speed-to-spin ratios and shock vibration scales to choosing string on a moist day, this guidecovers it all.



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The Days of Roger FedererRandy Walker

Contributor BioRandy Walker is a writer, a publicist, and a tennis historian. He served as the press officer at theU.S. Tennis Association for the U.S. Davis Cup team and three U.S. Olympic tennis teams. He alsoserved as the editor of the U.S. Open Media Guide and Record Book. He is the author of On This Day inTennis History. He lives in New York City.

SummaryOne of the world’s most well-known and respected athletes, Roger Federer has had a career thatranks among the most celebrated and successful in all of tennis history. This entertaining andilluminating chronicle of Federer’s trophy-laden journey is unique for its day-by-day format: everyday of the calendar year is presented with a corresponding bit of fact, trivia, or an anniversary,including hallmark victories, statistics, quirky happenings, and quotations. Fans of a player widelyconsidered the greatest of all time as well as sports fans in general will get to know the 17-timemajor champion better in a uniquely engaging way with this book.





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Tennis TrainingEnhancing On-court PerformanceMark Kovacs, W. Britt Chandler, T. Jeff Chandler

Contributor BioMark Kovacs, PhD, is a former All-American NCAA doubles title winner and professional tennis player.He has coached many highly ranked junior, collegiate, and professional tennis players and is both acertified strength and conditioning specialist and a certified sprints coach with the U.S. Track andField Coaches Association. He lives in Birmingham, Alabama. W. Britt Chandler, MS, is a formercollegiate tennis player, a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)–certified personaltrainer, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, and a USPTA certified teaching professional.He is also an editorial assistant for Strength and Conditioning Journal. He lives in Lexington, Kentucky.T. Jeff Chandler, EdD, is the head of the department of health, physical education, and recreation atJacksonville State University. A recipient of the Plagenhoff Award for outstanding sport-scienceresearch in tennis, he is also a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine, a fellow of theNSCA, and the editor in chief of the Strength and Conditioning Journal. He lives in Jacksonvi...

SummaryFilled with action photographs to illustrate the exercises and techniques, this book distillscontemporary scientific research into easily accessible principles for designing and implementingtennis training programs. Sample programs provide a highly targeted, efficient, practical, andindividualized framework for every competitive level, including junior, collegiate, professional, adult,and senior. Science is brought to the court with clarity and precision, informing and transformingon-court performance.



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Tennis Made EasyEssential Strokes & Strategies for the Modern GameKelly Gunterman

Contributor BioKelly Gunterman is a tennis instructor and has trained more than 20,000 people during a 30-yearcareer. He founded the Gunterman Tennis Schools, which have been listed in the "Top 25 AdultTennis Schools in North America" by Tennis Magazine. He is also the founder of Tennis WithoutBorders, a not-for-profit organization that offers scholarships and assistance with school fees toyoung tennis students in developing countries. He lives in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

SummaryAccessible and concise, this informative guide offers helpful advice for tennis players to improve theirskills and their game. Offering sensible instruction drawn from 30 years of coaching, experttechniques are explained in a clear, jargon-free format. Effective for tennis players at all levels, thisvaluable handbook includes a wealth of tactics, strategies, and definitions, making it perfectly suitedfor beginners to the sport. Integrating productive and enjoyable practice drills, a wide range of topicsare explored—gripping the racket, making a killer serve, positioning, pressuring the opponent, andhow to play singles or doubles. Clear information on choosing equipment and deciding what to packin a tennis bag is also included.





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Tennis for HumansWinning Hints, Tips, and Strategies for the Competitive Club Level PlayerRichard B. Myers

Contributor BioRichard B. Myers has been teaching and coaching tennis at every level for more than 40 years. Hisclient list includes celebrities Donald Trump and Woody Allen, as well as tennis pros John McEnroeand Martina Navratilova. He lives in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.

SummaryWritten by one of the world’s most respected tennis instructors, this helpful instructional guide helpsany tennis player, regardless of skill level, become as court savvy as the pros. Containing dozens oftips, hints, reminders, suggestions, and strategies, readers will become smarter and all aroundbetter tennis players. Unlike most tennis help manuals, this guide is not bogged down with diagramsand confusing figures but rather filled with straightforward and helpful guidance. The in-depthinformation on each page will help athletes play smarter tennis with instant results.


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TennisThe Skills of the GameCharles Applewhaite, Bill Moss

SummaryThis is a sound and thorough text from two top LTA coaches. Starting with the basic skills andstrokes, they move on to explore the principles behind practice and improvement, including usefulfault correction charts as well as tactics, mental attitude, and the practical aspects of clubs, coaching,and competition.




128 PagesCarton Qty: 56Sports & Recreation / TennisSPO045000Series: Crowood SportsGuides

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TennisSkills - Tactics - TechniquesJeremy Woods

Contributor BioJeremy Woods is an LTA licensed Senior Performance Coach with more than 35 years of experience.He is also an active player on the ITF Seniors tour.

SummaryThe perfect book for anyone wanting to improve their performance, from beginners learning thebasic skills to more experienced participants working on advanced techniques

This no-nonsense guide will give any player an all-important advantage. Detailed full-colorphotographic sequences show you how to play each shot correctly. Expert advice is offered onfootwork and balance, positional and stroke tactics, finding what grip works best for you, choosingthe right clothes and equipment, and the importance of eating properly and staying hydrated. Learnhow to treat and avoid injuries, and how to prepare both physically and mentally for competition.



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Technical TennisRacquets, Strings, Balls, Courts, Spin, and BounceRod Cross, Crawford Lindsey

Contributor BioRod Cross is the coauthor of The Physics and Technology of Tennis and has written extensively for theUnited States Racquet Stringers Association's (USRSA) Racquet Sports Industry and Racquet Techmagazines. He is a former associate professor in physics at the University of Sydney–Australia.Crawford Lindsey is the coauthor of The Physics and Technology of Tennis and the author of The Book ofSquash. He is the editor in chief of Racquet Sports Industry magazine and at Racquet Tech Publishing.He lives in San Diego, California.

SummaryWhat are the single most important variables in racquet performance? What racquet and string featurescombine to provide the most control, comfort, and feel? How can a player create maximum spin? Thisinformative primer answers these and other elusive equipment and performance-related questionsthat perennially plague hackers and experts alike. A simplified, layperson's companion to theauthors' previous work, The Physics and Technology of Tennis, this conveniently sized guide to selectingracquets and strings includes bite-sized explanations of the possible expectations of equipmentchoices.





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Taking Your Tennis on TourThe Business, Science, and Reality of Going ProBonita L. Marks

Contributor BioBonita L. Marks, PhD, is an associate professor of exercise physiology at the University of NorthCarolina–Chapel Hill. Her research has been published in such journals as Medicine and Science inSports and Exercise, Medicine and Science in Tennis, and The New England Journal of Medicine. Her work hasalso appeared in Men's Health, The New York Times, and Shape, as well as on MSNBC and NBC WorldRadio News. She lives in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

SummaryDrawing upon stories from professional players and coaches both former and current, this bookprovides aspiring tennis professionals with a dose of reality as it reveals all of the necessities of lifeoff-the-court. Thousands of players try to make it on the men's tennis pro circuit every year withouta clue that they must also be their own coach, travel agent, financier, promoter, lawyer, andaccountant, while simultaneously turning their pro tennis dream into a sound business venture. Fromthe mechanics of self-promotion to developing a business plan and keeping the machine goingfinancially while maintaining the physical and mental stamina to improve their ranking, this bookguides players, coaches, and parents through the nuts and bolts of turning pro.



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Roger FedererQuest for PerfectionRené Stauffer

Contributor BioRené Stauffer has covered the professional tennis circuit for many years and is one of the world'sleading tennis journalists.

SummaryRegarded by many as the greatest tennis player in the history of the sport, this authoritativebiography charts the success of Roger Federer, drawing from exclusive interviews with Federer and hisfamily as well as the author's extensive experience covering the international tennis circuit.Comprehensive and compelling, this account provides an informed overview of the Swiss tennis star,from his start as a temperamental player on the junior circuit to his triumphs at the U.S. Open andWimbledon. With entertaining anecdotes, updates on Federer’s record-breaking career, and aninsider's view of the professional tennis world, this inspiring biography is a definitive portrait of onechampion's rise to the top of his game.





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On This Day in Tennis HistoryA Day-by-Day Anthology of Anecdotes and Historical HappeningsRandy Walker

Contributor BioRandy Walker is a writer, publicist, and tennis historian. He served as the press officer at the U.S.Tennis Association for the U.S. Davis Cup team and three U.S. Olympic tennis teams. He also servedas the editor of the U.S. Open Media Guide and Record Book. He lives in New York City.

SummaryFun and fact-filled, this compilation offers anniversaries, summaries, and anecdotes of events fromthe world of tennis for every day in the calendar year. Presented in a day-by-day format, the entriesinto this mini-encyclopedia include major tournament victory dates, summaries of the greatestmatches ever played, trivia, and statistics as well as little-known and quirky happenings. Easy-to-useand packed with fascinating details, this compendium is the perfect companion for tennis andgeneral sports fans alike.



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NadalThe BiographyTom Oldfield

Contributor BioTom Oldfield is the author of Arsene Wenger: Pure Genius, Cristiano Ronaldo: The Biography, and RafaelNadal: The Biography.

SummaryAn in-depth look at tennis superstar Rafael Nadal's rise to the top of his game

Every sport has its superstars, but there is a small, elite group reserved for those who truly transcendtheir sport. Entering 2014 as the world number one, with 13 Grand Slam titles to his name, RafaelNadal belongs in this group. Nadal’s tennis journey began at age three in his native Mallorca, and hequickly emerged as a natural, surging into the top 50 of the world rankings by the age of 16.Originally considered a clay-court specialist, he quickly showed he was much more than that. Whilehe continues to make Roland Garros his second home, the Spaniard has also captured theWimbledon, Australian Open, and US Open crowns, completing the full set of Grand Slams in 2010.From his 2008 marathon against Roger Federer at Wimbledon to his classic semi-final victory againstNovak Djokovic at the 2013 French Open, Nadal never disappoints on the big stage. His on-courtbrilliance is only matched by his off-court humility. And, at 28, there is plenty more to come. So longas he stays clear of the persistent knee ...





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International Book of Tennis DrillsOver 100 Skill-Specific Drills Adopted by Tennis Professionals Worldwide

Contributor BioProfessional Tennis Registry is the largest global organization of tennis-teaching professionals withmore than 14,000 members in 117 countries. They are dedicated to educating, certifying, andservicing tennis teachers and coaches around the world in order to grow the game of tennis. They arebased in Hilton Head, South Carolina.

SummaryFilled with time-tested drills designed to improve every aspect of one’s game, this updated edition isthe ideal resource for any tennis player who wants to gain an edge on their competition. With morethan 100 practice drills for both group and independent practice, readers will learn how to improvetheir serving, returning, groundstrokes, lobs, drop shots, approach shots, overheads, volleys, andmuch more. The singular, authoritative source for skill-enhancing drills, this guide is equally usefulfor beginning or advanced players of all ages.



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Ganar al tenisGuía para el jugador inteligenteRob Antoun

Contributor BioRob Antoun is a former world-ranked ATP tennis player who has coached at an international levelover a 20-year period, including two British Senior number one–ranked players and a top-20 world-ranked junior player. He is a PCA-qualified coach and a Tennis Europe and LTA coach education tutor.He is the author of 101 Drills for Youth Tennis and Women’s Tennis Tactics.

SummaryCovering all major aspects of play, this guide teaches you to anticipate your opponent's shot, puttingyou in position to respond with a winning return. The ability to recognize someone else's strengthsand weaknesses is a huge advantage that takes a player one step further past swing technicality.Divided into sections covering five key game situations—service, returns, baseline play, approaching,and net play—this book covers the common game styles and their most effective counter strategies.



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From Breakpoint to AdvantageA Practical Guide to Optimal Tennis Health and PerformanceBabette Pluim, Marc Safran

Contributor BioBabette Pluim, M.D., Ph.D, is a sports physician and medical director of the Royal NetherlandsLawn Tennis Association. She is the editor of the newsletter Medicine and Science in Tennis,a coeditor of Tennis Medicine for Tennis Coaches, and a contributor to the IOC Handbook ofSports Medicine and Science: Tennis. Marc Safran, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeonspecializing in sports medicine and biomechanics. He is the coauthor of Instructions for SportsMedicine Patients and The Spiral Manual of Sports Medicine. He lives in San Francisco,California.

SummaryMuscle imbalance, microtrauma, insufficient recovery, and biomechanical compensations areamong the top health risks that tennis players encounter when they compete and practice toomuch, a common habit among professionals and avid players. This guide to playing healthytennis offers descriptions and illustrations of the physical complexity of every tennis motion,demonstrating the astonishing array of potential injuries threatening the unprepared player.Optimal performance and low risk of injury are the top results for tennis players who adhere tothe training program, proper nutrition, and equipment selection recommendations in this sportsmedicine manual. Consideration is given to the specific physical risks that juniors, veterans,female competitors, and wheelchair athletes may encounter.

9780972275958

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Fit to Play Tennis (2nd Edition)

High Performance Training TipsCarl Petersen, Nina Nittinger

Contributor BioCarl Petersen is a physiotherapist and fitness coach for players ranging from club-level to ATP-, ITF-,and WTA-ranked pros. He is a former director of sport medicine and science for the Canadian AlpineSki Team and traveled on the World Cup circuit from 1984 to 2003 as a physiotherapist and fitnesscoach. He is a partner and director of high performance training at City Sports and PhysiotherapyClinics in Vancouver, Canada. Nina Nittinger is a former professional tennis player, a certified tenniscoach for the German and Swiss Tennis Federation, and a mental trainer for professional athletes.

SummaryThis physical and mental training manual arms athletes, coaches, parents, and sports scientists withan easy-to-follow, seven-point plan to enhance performance, limit injuries, and help tennis playersavoid overtraining and burnout. Delivering practical tips and techniques that integrate the numerousfactors influencing tennis performances into year-round training plans and schedules, the manualoutlines key strategies such as structured on-court training, guidance on smart training and playing,and survival tips for staying healthy and keeping athletes playing at the top of their game.



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Court ConfidentialInside the World of TennisNeil Harman

Contributor BioNeil Harman is the tennis correspondent for the Times and a former tennis correspondent for boththe Daily Mail and the Sunday Telegraph. He is a former chairman of the Lawn Tennis Writers’Association and the president of the International Tennis Writers’ Association. He has been awardedthe Ron Bookman Award for Media Excellence by the Association of Tennis Professionals and washonored by the Sports Journalists’ Association as a Sports Reporter of the Year in 2007, the first timea tennis reporter had won the award.

SummaryOne of the most respected and lauded tennis journalists currently covering the circuit, Neil Harmanhas had a front-row seat to matches involving legends such as Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, andVenus and Serena Williams. In a career that has spanned nearly four decades, he has become aconfidant to many of the game’s stars and administrators, even acting for a time as a media mentorto world number two Victoria Azarenka. Now, in this exploration, Harman shares his almostunparalleled access to the game with readers as he exposes tennis’s most intimate secrets in abook replete with personality, excitement, drama, and intrigue. Featuring frank, in-depth interviewswith all the leading players, their coaching staff, and their agents and managers, Harman presentsthe game from an insider's perspective and offers the fresh insights and strong personal views forwhich he is celebrated. Court Confidential recounts a defining time for modern-day tennis; fromWimbledon to the Olympic Games, from Serena Williams's battle with illness to Andy Murray'shistoric grand slam victory, this is a bo...

9780972275941

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Biomechanical Principles of Tennis TechniqueUsing Science to Improve Your StrokesDuane Knudson

Contributor BioDuane Knudson, PhD, is a professor in the department of kinesiology and an associate dean of theCollege of Communication and Education at California State University–Chico. A world-renownedexpert on the biomechanics of tennis, stretching, and qualitative analysis, he has served severalterms on the Sport Science Committee of the United States Tennis Association. He is a fellow of theAmerican College of Sports Medicine and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education,Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD), and the author of Fundamentals of Biomechanics. He lives in Chico,California.

SummaryThe science of tennis technique is explained in this guide that practically applies the lessons learnedfrom studying the forces and motions of tennis strokes. Through the implementation of six basicbiomechanical principles players can make subtle adjustments to their strokes, creating strokevariations that not only improve their game but also reduce their risk of injury. Detailed linedrawings; stroke analysis and sequence photos of top touring pros; action photographs andhigh-speed video images; and an exploration of the benefits of video replay provide players with avariety of useful techniques.



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Andy Murray: Wimbledon ChampionThe Full Extraordinary StoryMark Hodgkinson

Contributor BioMark Hodgkinson is the founder and editor of TheTennisSpace.com. A former tennis correspondentfor the Daily Telegraph, he has written a short television feature about Wimbledon for the BBC,contributed to British GQ, and written tennis features in the official program for the London 2012Olympics.

SummaryWhen Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal both shockingly exited Wimbledon in the early rounds of the2013 championships, the level of expectation on Scotsman Andy Murray to become the first Britishchampion of the men’s competition since 1936—already high—reached fever pitch. Overcoming atwo-set deficit in the quarterfinals, Murray would go on to face world number one Novak Djokovic inthe final and, after three hours filled with drama, tension, and brilliant tennis, become Wimbledonchampion in front of 15,000 Centre Court fans and millions more watching on television. Thisfascinating and revealing biography examines how the player from Dunblane, Scotland—a countrynot known for its tennis heritage—rose to the top of the sport. Veteran tennis journalist MarkHodgkinson examines the individuals who have influenced Murray’s career, including his family, hiscoaches, and his girlfriend, and assesses how the Scot has won over a dubious and critical public.This biography gets to the heart of Andy Murray’s extraordinary and dramatic journey.

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A Player's Guide to USTA League TennisTony Serksnis

Contributor BioTony Serksnis is the copresident of Mountain View Tennis Club and a 25-year veteran of UnitedStates Tennis Association (USTA) league tennis play. He lives in Mountain View, California.

SummaryDrawn from more than two decades of experience, this engaging tutorial explains the ins and outs ofbeing on a league tennis team. A blueprint for managing and competing in the program, the studyprovides strategies, concepts, and tips on everything from pre-match preparations and maintainingteam chemistry to strategies for overall improvement. Offering a complete plan of attack forachieving established goals, this is a must-have for league tennis players competing at any level.



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2015 Official Rules of Tennis

Contributor BioUSTA stands for United States Tennis Association, a not-for-profit organization and the nationalgoverning body for the sport of tennis. They are the recognized leader in promoting and developingthe sport’s growth on every level in the United States, from local communities to the crown jewel ofthe professional game, the U.S. Open. They are based in White Plains, New York.

SummaryIncluding helpful interpretations in addition to the official rules and regulations, this is the singularresource to everything tennis, put forth by the sport's governing body, the United States TennisAssociation. With detailed sections and ample appendices, this guide will prove an invaluableresource to players, officials, coaches, parents, and fans. This edition is completely updated for2015.

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Mind - The Psychology Part of TennisFred Hesse

Contributor BioFred Hesse, an active tennis player at age 80, learned to play tennis when he was 15 years old. Hebecame one of the top players in the Junior Division and later in the Adult Division in the EasternSection. Fred won the Eastern Interscholastic Net Championship at Columbia University two years in arow. He played in the National Men's Tournament at Forest Hills on grass, but lost in the first round.Fred also played at the National Men's Indoor Tournament in New York City, but lost in the firstround. Fred and his father played in the Father & Son Division tennis tournaments where they wereranked third in the Eastern Section and ninth in the United States in the 1950s. Because there wereno professional players – a rich man's sport only – he stopped playing tennis and went to work. Atage 55, with the encouragement of his wife, Lynn, Fred started to play tennis again and paired upwith his wife in the 55 Senior USTA Mixed Doubles Division. They were ranked #1 in Florida in 1998,when they were in their 60s. In the 65 Men's Singles Division of Florida, Fred was ranked #15 and#19 in ...

SummaryMind - The Psychology Part of Tennis



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Official Rules of Tennis

Contributor BioUSTA stands for United States Tennis Association, a not-for-profit organization and the nationalgoverning body for the sport of tennis. They are the recognized leader in promoting and developingthe sport’s growth on every level in the U.S., from local communities to the crown jewel of theprofessional game, the U.S. Open.

SummaryIncluding helpful interpretations in addition to the official rules and regulations, this is the singularresource to everything tennis, put forth by the sport's governing body, the United States TennisAssociation. With detailed sections and ample appendices, this guide will prove an invaluableresource to players, officials, coaches, parents, and fans.

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Li Na: My LifeLi Na

Contributor BioLi Na started playing tennis at seven years old. She joined the national team at 14 and turnedprofessional two years later. She left the national team in 2008 to pursue an independent career,becoming one of the first Chinese athletes to do so. In June 2011, Li Na won the French Open andbecame the first tennis player representing an Asian country to win a Grand Slam singles title. Shecontinues to dominate professional women's tennis and consistently ranks within the top 10.

SummaryWatch Li Na winning at the Australian Open. Now read her life story. Li Na claimed an unprecedentedvictory at the 2011 French Open at age 29, and became the first player from an Asian country to wina Grand Slam singles title. Outspoken and likeable, the "late-blooming" Chinese tennis superstar isone of the world's top 10 players, and has championships on grass, clay, and hard courts to hername. Li Na is a tennis player few forget. Beyond the rankings and million-dollar endorsements is alife just as remarkable as her success. Li Na grew up within a rigid national sports system, living awayfrom home and training six days a week, and spent years struggling to believe in herself. Heroutstanding feats in a sport she grew to love, recovering from three knee surgeries, and conqueringher own demons, are nothing short of inspirational. Told with honesty and humor, Li Na: My Life is themoving story behind an extraordinary sporting icon.



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Holding CourtInside the Gates of the Wimbledon ChampionshipsChristopher Gorringe

Contributor BioChris Gorringe stepped down as Wimbledon's Chief Executive in 2005.

SummaryWimbledon is a paradox. While outwardly appearing the quintessential English lawn tennis club, it isin fact the largest annual outside broadcast operation in the world and a multimillion dollarcommercial enterprise. An enterprise that generates its profit in just two weeks of the year, it is theonly tennis tournament in the world which can be described as simply "The Championships." ChrisGorringe is the man who, for 26 years, made it all happen. The former chief executive, fondlyreferred to as "Clockwork Gorringe," he has dealt with everything from the 1973 players' boycott, theMcEnroe tantrums, and Middle Sunday, to the demands for equal prize money and the Olympic bid.He has witnessed some of the greatest names in the sport producing some of their most dazzlingperformances—from Navratilova to the Williams sisters, from Borg to Federer—while assisting with therequirements of and demands on today's high-profile professional tennis players. Here he charts theunique journey of a venerable establishment where decisions are still made through a committeesystem dating back to 1...


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