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April 2007
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In a Slump?
John Mills, USPTA |
Many times a student will get in a slump or just lose confidence. Here are some things you can try:
- Keep moving your feet.
- Quit worrying about making a mistake or losing.
- Go after the ball. Anytime you can get the ball on your racket you have a chance to win the point.
- Try to stay in the point longer. Quit trying to win the point every time you get the ball.
- Quit saying "I'm sorry" when you make a mistake. This might actually pull your partner down.
- Picture yourself being happy and successful.
- Picture yourself making good decisions on the court, controlling the ball, placement, etc.
- Relax and focus on your breathing.
- Call a practice partner and practice getting the point started. The two most important shots in tennis are the serve and the serve return.
- On a scale of 1 to 5 regarding how tight you hold your grip, 1 being loose and 5 being the tightest, try to hold it at only 2. This will help your whole body relax when striking the ball. Try this even on your serve.
- Most importantly, remember it is just a game. Have a good time. Your slump will be very temporary. The benefits you receive from playing tennis will far out weigh the temporary frustration of a slump.
Good luck on the courts!
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John Mills' experience includes four years as head pro at the Windemere Racquet & Swim Club, where he was responsible for organization of all tennis activities at the club. John also played college tennis at the University of Houston and has spent 20 years teaching tennis at the Memorial Park Tennis Center, the Pasadena Racquet Club, and as the head pro at the Bay Area Racquet Club.
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