Hey we're having another tournament: straight doubles with a tennis social on Saturday. So, that's twice on the court minimum. We have again, some special entertainment coming you way as part of the tennis social. Try to make it. It will be good for you to get out of the house and go to the club. This time we'll try a pot luck for the players and friends. I'll call people who sign up asking what they would like to bring. I'm sure we can find a singer with an acoustic. Spring is almost here.
Remember when warming up to rally a little, volley a little (service line and up close), overhead some; your opponent does the same and then take a few serves. Catch your opponent serves and only return them if you are finished taking yours. This should take 10 to fifteen minutes maximum. Practice moving your feet while waiting for the ball and split stepping with a knee bend when your opponent hits the ball. Try to stay loose and relaxed; feel the ball. Talk to your partner regarding which side of the court you are both going to take, then go over one or two things you want to avoid with your opponents and how you intend to play them. Adjust your strategy as the match goes on because good opponents will be doing the same thing. In the end it mostly comes down to execution, so try to remember a couple of things you did well and what you need to work on. Mostly, enjoy the game!
