Sports Illustrated Tennis (Sports Illustrated Library)

SPORTS ILLUSTRATED TENNIS Whether you're just a beginner or a veteran player who wants to sharpen your game, you'll find Sports Illustrated Tennis an ideal player's companion. It offers expert answers to questions about • Basic strokes: the forehand, the one - and two-handed backhand, and the elements for hitting them well (early preparation, balance, and follow-through); the serve and the volley • Special ground strokes and styles of play: returning of serve; approach shots; half-volleys, passing shots, labs, and drop shots; continental and western styles of play • The game of singles: playing the score; the serve and return of serve; back court, mid-court, and net play • Double tactics: setting up a doubles team; position play; court coverage; point situations and poaching • Practice: how to effectively use practice time and drills for stroke production, movement, and match play simulation as well as important information on dealing with pressure, tournament play, and sportsmanship on the court. Illustrated with dozens of line drawings and game-action photos of top players, Sports Illustrated Tennis and its unique progressive text is sure to help you improve your game.