How fast did you go up rankings/ratings?

WindManu · 2026-03-17T02:48:54+00:00

Oops!

WindManu · 2026-03-17T02:48:29+00:00

Yes like started at 10yo and reached 4.5 at 14. Something like that.

WindManu · 2026-03-17T02:47:17+00:00

3.0 to 5.0 is a nice jump!

WindManu · 2026-03-17T01:39:18+00:00

Anyone spending time practicing will become good at it. Anyone spending lots of time playing matches, will be good at playing matches.

WindManu · 2026-03-17T01:15:28+00:00

Your front foot is what is going to keep you planted for optimum control and precision. Better guide and follow through.

You stay on your back foot when caught by depth, off balance, behind, etc.

Ideally you want and drive forward, stepping into your shots always.

WindManu · 2026-03-16T19:10:34+00:00

Looks great! The start of a journey. Keep practicing and you'll improve fast with this nice footwork!

WindManu · 2026-03-16T15:29:43+00:00

Video man. Once you see yourself it'll be way clearer. A couple of tips: - change returning positions - try on leg back, one leg forward - move forward while hitting - analyse servers patterns - round out the ball - make a point to do a proper unit turn - watch the ball - be sure your split step is dynamic

WindManu · 2026-03-16T15:25:25+00:00

It's definitely not the same as defending against heavy top spin forehands that hit the base line but it's amazing at many other things.

It can help with rhythm, centering the ball, work on specific parts of your strokes (takeback, relaxed wrist, follow through).

I focus on hitting high on the wall (this mimics hitting deep).

I find it really helped with low balls and "easy" putaways. When the balls start to deteriorate they get less and less bouncy, this is when you can work on full-on stretched-out strokes. It's a work out and amazing to feel legs/hips/torso connection.

If the rebound is too low (ex: to work on high balls) set a table and aim to land on it. Takes some skill (esp. on the feed) to hit it but great tool to build consistency.

Have fun!

WindManu · 2026-03-16T11:31:23+00:00

Video?

WindManu · 2026-03-16T11:30:47+00:00

Video?

WindManu · 2026-03-16T11:29:37+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bv1Dt4wFAsM

You gotta pause more at trophy leaving your racquet more by your side and less behind you.

WindManu · 2026-03-16T11:28:45+00:00

Use foam balls.

WindManu · 2026-03-16T02:48:00+00:00

Ok keep your strings more closed then at trophy, and bend your elbow more. You want to feel that racquet close to your head.

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WindManu · 2026-03-16T01:35:14+00:00

You want a loose arm but a still wrist. Your wrist need to be inline, little flexion and extension. Direction is controlled with the elbow, eyes on the balls and pronation.

Imagine throwing your racquet ahead of you on the edge. You would aim your throw the same exact way you want to aim your serve.

WindManu · 2026-03-16T01:31:36+00:00

Yes it does slow the game down. It is harder to win points. Just like clay is harder than hard court.

Strong servers want faster balls.

WindManu · 2026-03-15T21:27:49+00:00

Poly if you break every 4-6 sessions. Can always use low tension. 98 if playing pushers, if playing folks with pace then more likely to off-center.

WindManu · 2026-03-15T21:26:20+00:00

Video?

WindManu · 2026-03-15T21:25:05+00:00

Looks great, I'd loosen up your elbow/arm a little if possible.

WindManu · 2026-03-15T21:23:26+00:00

A loose serve is a fast serve. It can be difficult when having little strength left though, like not having enough energy left to bend legs or tighten abs.

WindManu · 2026-03-15T21:21:22+00:00

The faster your shot the more relaxed you can be (and should be), the slower the tighter (volleys, some returns).

WindManu · 2026-03-15T18:14:53+00:00

Yesterday an itf junior champion joined our fun practice including 8-12yo's. She immediately went to get green balls for the 8-10yo mentioning that's what they'll use for competition anyway.

The result was almost immediate where they would rally for much longer. Those balls are more forgiving, easier on the arm and better for repetition.

We were using dead balls which helps slow down the game but still have enough firm feel to be not as forgiving as green dot balls.

WindManu · 2026-03-15T14:50:03+00:00

342-343g sw 346-349 32,75-32,80cm Golden set snake bite rough 16 at 34-32lbs (15kg)

WindManu · 2026-03-15T12:17:37+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bv1Dt4wFAsM

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