I am kinda slow, really. Can I succeed in tennis?
123405
Yes you can succeed -- yes, speed is important, but accuracy is much more so.  And strength will help -- especially in returning those 120 mph serves.  Hand to eye contact and keeping your eye on the ball will help.  Plus, learn to play the net.  You don't need alot of speed at the net, just reflexes and accuracy.
439944
Anyone can play tennis at any age. In fact I read a article in the news that tennis is a sport that can be played by anyone. They have wheelchair tennis too, if you didn't know. Also if you want to be good The Enterprise Newspaper says that if you want to become better at tennis take private lessons or lessons at a club, that's what most pros did including Blake.
667431
well I have a pure drive and I can tell you one thing. It packs a freaking punch, its good for drives as the name suggests, as for the spin, I think the racquet is a factor, but there is a technique to it! you have to point your racquet lower so when you hit back up, you can brush the ball alot more!\n\nGood luck with the season!
543146
In my case the best way to get a powerful serve is workout and get stronger. (it works for me =)\n\nand also the main thing is to get as much Racquet head speed as possible, by swinging fast.\n\nA great way to consentrate is to look at the contact point of the ball and the racquet, try not to look at anything else when you play.\n\nWhen a fast ball comes at you just go for the ball, be agressive!\n\nFinally, if theres nothing you can do with a fast serve just use back spin or a drop shot, ooor just block it if thats all you can do.
93560
like they said earlier, bend your knees a heck of a lot. but, you will need to hit the ball in front of your body because if you hit it close, you are going to mis-hit it or flail it long. try setting up two wooden poles along the sides of the net and then set a string about 2-3 feet above the net connected to the poles. get a ball machine or have somebody feed you a lot of balls and just practice hitting it through that "window" that it creates and adjust as necessary. if you are hitting the ball over the string every time, aim lower and don't go low to high on your swing as much. if you are hitting the ball in the net, check the angle of your racket face when you hit and bend your knees more to get below the ball. if you are hitting them long, come over the ball a bit more to get more topspin or just don't hit the ball so hard. all it takes is a hitting of a lot of tennis balls and after you finally find your comfort zone in hitting low, hard balls over the net, you will be one heck of a good tennis player.\n\np.s. hitting the ball low and hard over the net is not advised. it is a very high-risk shot. however it might have a great feel to it and you will have awesome winners, unless you are really good at it, it will probably not win you many matches with tough players that can get it back. but it is always fun to hit and is a great approach shot for coming in and taking volleys.
298331
Try playing in like schools/clubs etc.\nIt always helps.\nSlowly by slowly you'll get there.\nGoodluck!
665387
Well each pro faces some problem along the way.\nIt's about handling your psychology and keeping your concentration intact. Tennis is a very psychologic game.\n\nIf it was easy to come so far, everybody would turn pro wouldn't they ? \n\nThis is just another step making you closer to be a great tennis player\n\nGood Luck
358532
Yes, you'd have to keep a good pace (4 mph) but it can be done.\n\nI can do it, I hope you have long legs.
525851
thats not that bad but im 15 to and i got a 9.1 and the only sport im out for is softball so im not that active the only one that beat me was a 9.0 and she was 14 but the guys in r class never got worse then a 9.6 so yeah i guess it's kinda slow srry to say.
6444
since you have no coordination, start with intermerals or intermediate sport teams. gain some extra skills and tips and when you feel confident, maybe tryout for that particular sport when the time comes. workout alot, tone, train, and be in your prime.\n\nyou can do it!     *Rocky music plays in background*
79933
keep playing tennis and still hang with everyone else.  you dont have to give everyone up just cause you like tennis.....odd question easily answered.  maybe theres more to it.....good luck
579355
I have coached tennis at the highscool level, college level, private club players etc.  I have even taught a group of 4 which consisted of a 12 year old boy, a 17 year old girl, her 42 year old mother, and a 65 year old man.  Now that is about as diverse a group you can get, but they were all relatively close in skill level.  The most important thing above all else, #1 on the priority list...i think you get the idea, is that you are receiving quality instruction!  That you are being taught the correct way.  You need to talk to experienced players and learn as much as you can as far as what grip to use for each stroke, how to impart spin on your strokes, how to follow through with your stroke to make your shot fluid and add depth to your shot.  How to properly position yourself in lining up for your shot.  Proper footwork from the ready position, split step, moving effieciently on the balls of your feet, making a full shoulder turn, stepping into the shot, moving forward through the stroke, and completing the follow through.  A lot of this will become second nature after you practice the techniques and form good habits but this is learned at a little more advanced stage.  I am sometimes asked to do clinics where I teach these fundamentals to players early in their development.  I even do volunteer clinics, if you live in the Northern CA area, or if you have a specific question that you would like answered, feel free to ask me, I sometimes take a few days to get back to you because I am away for awhile.  If you are looking for an answer as to what group you should be in, ask yourself which group will be best for my development as a player, and will I be able to give a full effort out there.
547093
1. every single year go on the tennis team. \n2. play people who are more skilled then you most of the time, you could learn something. \n3. people who are worst then you can be good practice of hitting the ball.\n4. find someone and try to beat them\n5. practice at least 3 times a week, even without a net you can\n6. practice drills at home, swings, serveing, hitting the ball towards the wall. drills as in foot drills then foot drills plus swings\n7. try your best.\n8. if y9ou can use chalk and draw a tennis court, and practice drills over there.
389137
You can watch or go to a tennis competition and observe how the advance level players serve and just imitate and practice it. Try the underhand serve it will go over the net, but you got to adjust your strength (power) , so the ball wont go flying out of the court or lines.\nCheck out the link below, the videos on there teaches you the correct way to serve a tennis ball!!!
74726
Tennis seems to be the least likely to help you in the long run.  It seems like that would be the most "just taking it for fun" classes.  Take the three that will help you the most in the future :)
629245
Tennis is a GREAT sport! I love playing. I love the fact that you can be at any level and still really have a great time. When I played high school tennis, we had several players who were able to make the team without prior experience. We also had players who had never played before who made the JV and freshman teams. Is that an option for you?\n\nIf you really want to make the team, this is what I suggest: find a place that offers lessons in your area--this could be a local club or a your city's park and rec department--and spend a few months getting the basics down. Also, find someone to hit with regularly. Growing up, my best friend was a guy who I hit with every day after school. We were able to progress as players because we spent so much time on the court. If you're able to find someone to hit with and spend a lot of time on the court before try-outs next spring, then you'll find that you're more than likely in a good position to make the team. \n\nAnyway, I'll give you a link to help you track down places to play, to learn the game, and to find players to hit with. I hope that helps. Good luck!
531923
Practice until you become a damn good tennis player.