Yes, You Can Learn from the One & Only Roger Federer
Though the stories we build for tennisplayer.net are pointedly focused on enduring instruction rather than specific news events such as…
An Interview with Roger Federer by Sean Brawley
Roger Federer has often been described as effortless, graceful, almost serene when he plays. But what that description misses is…
The Federer Gaze: Why a Quiet Head Produces Cleaner Tennis
[caption id="attachment_29334" align="aligncenter" width="1920"] Freeze a slow-motion clip of Roger Federer at just after contact. The ball is already gone…
Tim Mayotte: What You Can Learn from Roger Federer
[caption id="attachment_29298" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Roger Federer in action at Flushing Meadows in 2018[/caption] Editor’s note: When it comes to students…
How To Beat Someone You’ve Never Beaten: Six Smart Tips from Brad Gilbert
[caption id="attachment_29059" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Coco Gauff during Wimbledon 2026.[/caption] Editor’s note: If you had to play one match for your…
Fixing the Forehand That Breaks Down in Matches
It's one thing to hit a smooth, easy forehand in practice. But sound technique doesn’t always carry over the same…
Match Management – The Art of Paying Attention
You’ve likely all seen this happen: A player we’ll call Robert will be playing a singles match, miss what appears…
Interview with Brad Stine
[caption id="attachment_29031" align="aligncenter" width="1543"] Veteran coach Brad Stine strong believes his biggest mission is to prepare players -- with everything…
Serving Under Pressure
One thing that separates players at all levels is the ability to serve well under pressure. I’m not talking simply…
Former Pro Trey Waltke on “The Transition Mindset”
[caption id="attachment_28849" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Carlos Alcaraz stretching for a volley.[/caption] Editor’s note: As such players as Carlos Alcaraz (above) and…
