{"product_id":"tennis-skills-the-players-guide-paperback","title":"Tennis Skills: The Player's Guide - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTom Sadzeck\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e A tennis player has to know not only how to play the game, but how to plan the next move and be able to anticipate an opponent's likely return, all in an instant. A player has to build a winning strategy, play the full court and outsmart an opponent. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Enter \u003ci\u003eTennis Skills\u003c\/i\u003e, an in-depth guide to improving a player's game. It features a battery of lessons designed by tennis pros that lays down a solid foundation of stroke skills and game strategy. Clear instructions and annotated diagrams provide valuable coaching and corrective techniques -- a great value for any player. It's like having a personal tennis pro on call for expert coaching. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The book is fully illustrated with sequential pictures, court diagrams, tips, typical faults and coaching ideas which can help to build strong foundation skills and great players. Tom Sadzeck provides an abundance of visual features to help players of all levels improve their game and build on existing skills. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Six chapters cover the game's key skill sets, from basic techniques to singles and doubles strategies. There are more than 40 drills that focus on the target areas of form, strategy, coordination and footwork. Other coaching content include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003e Stroke-production exercises \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Forehand, backhand, serve, volley, slice and other shots \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e A breakdown of each stroke to promote consistent form \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Warm-up, grips, body position, footwork, targeting, follow-through \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Court diagrams to help players visualize a stroke's outcome \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e How to handle game pressure. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eTennis Skills\u003c\/i\u003e also features Master Stroke sidebars that give easy-to remember tips, Fault Finder boxes that point out common mistakes and Coach's Comments that share the wisdom of seasoned pros. Whether the reader is new to the sport or a more experienced player who wants to improve their game and try new drills, \u003ci\u003eTennis Skills\u003c\/i\u003e is a practical book to have in the equipment bag or locker. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Tom Sadzeck has been coaching tennis for more than 20 years and has been a member of the United States Professional Tennis Association since 1992. He holds a Pro 1 rating with USPTA and has lectured at USTA coaching conferences. He is featured in \u003ci\u003eADDvantage\u003c\/i\u003e magazine's Little Tennis column and Coach Tennis America audio magazine. He lives in San Rafael, California. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.48 x 9.65 x 7.55 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 01, 2009\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51765539537184,"sku":"9781552094945","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/e4601d4e2d406ec532581732647b8bb8.webp?v=1780273126","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/tennis-skills-the-players-guide-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}