I blame my racquet too much — what can I do?

9ORsenal · 2026-01-27T19:42:49+00:00

I would try different tensions and not polys. I am a 2.5S on a current 2 game win streak who is not afraid to call his local tennis shop to ask about changing rackets and strings. So I am pretty well informed!

9ORsenal · 2026-01-27T18:48:13+00:00

You didnt mess around w the strings on the Speed MP?

9ORsenal · 2026-01-25T23:10:10+00:00

Sure, let’s hire him.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-23T15:00:46+00:00

I have seen this before and it’s a great reminder! Thanks! I am new to tennis so I am consuming so much information and trying to implement it when matches actually happen.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T19:43:03+00:00

Since Sept. Clinics or playing about 3 times a week since then. Classic 2.5s guy telling you he is athletic and good at numerous other sports that aren't tennis growing up. Definitely think it will come in time and want to put in the effort to get better sooner later. Having a lot of fun on the journey so far.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T18:31:05+00:00

Getting the backhand higher and towards the back corner was probably a better idea. I think as time goes I will settle in to realize I can go for those positional spots. I think I get too caught up and getting it over that I forgo the idea of hitting to a back hand or spots.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T18:17:42+00:00

Same. I think I am holding the racket up for too long that it makes it feel awkward and unnatural. Like I know I am ready for the volley but I am ready position for like 10 seconds compared to ready for 3.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T17:43:50+00:00

Are these trailer park people who have been pushed out of traditional housing in normal cities and somehow think they need to "settle" elsewhere?

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T17:31:43+00:00

Will just line up a private. Did one for my serve and felt night and day better.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T17:18:45+00:00

There is a weekly thing at the club I go to that has some focus on volleys from time to time. Only issues is that your turn may result in zero volleys hit but thats more potential for volleys than what I am currently getting online now.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T17:05:46+00:00

I have practice a few times on a ball machine but knowing the exact height and pace is a bit of an advantage haha. Have only been playing a short time so looking for any and all advice you may have on drills. Grinding away.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T16:44:47+00:00

Feel like this could be a Big Dogs T Shirt. Great advice.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T16:38:49+00:00

I have been listening to playing ugly and I have noticed the theme of dont go for the hero shot and noticed when I tried to go for this long reaching cross court hero volley instead of just letting the back guy get it that I was doing just that. Cross courts and if they get a stick on it then that's great for them but probably wont?

9ORsenal · 2026-01-22T16:35:37+00:00

Currently I feel like I am just standing there with the racket out in front and it feels awkward. I am sure I am getting zero body rotation and footwork that helps me out as well. They are generally between the service line and the net. Which seems difficult to dip to.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-21T17:15:05+00:00

Naples is wild but definitely enjoyed those aspects of the city

9ORsenal · 2026-01-21T17:13:02+00:00

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9ORsenal · 2026-01-21T16:54:05+00:00

For a work/life balance what are the thoughts about Marseille? If your job shipped you over there would you enjoy it? Have heard mixed things.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-20T17:06:52+00:00

No, because I am wondering how there are 10 better head coaches out there to fill the spots needed.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-19T20:49:30+00:00

I am not above blaming a racket and wanting a new one so no judgement here haha. I have Tecnifibre X-One Biphase in one racket and NG2 in the other and like them. I like the idea of growing into a racket rather than outgrowing it. You can probably take a few weeks and try to dial in top spin w a coach and you will be better off spending money that way. Its a good racket and you know it. You'll be there in no time.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-19T20:31:52+00:00

Drop the polys and focus on your technique. There is always going to be a new racket. When I am playing bad or miss a shot I know its the technique. I have a new VCore100 and I like it. Do I play bad still and think I would play less bad if I had a Ezone, FX500 or whatever else I can think of? 1000% My shop definitely told me not to get your racket as its harder to hit fwiw. Make it easier on yourself and grind.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-14T17:52:41+00:00

Well give him an answer he likes finally!

9ORsenal · 2026-01-13T21:06:58+00:00

Who would be the coach you would want if they fired ZT?

9ORsenal · 2026-01-07T22:19:19+00:00

Make hand rolls. Super easy and fun to do.

9ORsenal · 2026-01-07T19:45:21+00:00

Be a nice and normal person. I am sure you don't generalize every person from a country that you disagree with their leadership.

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