THE 3AM THEORY

I f you’re a junior tennis player or coaching junior players focusing on the right skills can make all the difference. Let’s explore three essentials that can make all the difference to a junior career and set you up for your next step in tennis. 1. THE VALUE OF UNDERSPIN Underspin can often be the forgotten tool in most players games Underspin is one of the most useful tools in tennis, but it’s often overlooked by young players and their coaches. Underspin keeps it low and controlled. Mastering underspin gives you a significant edge in several parts of the game: Approach Shots:  The art of moving forward on the court and putting pressure on the opponent is missing from many junior games. However, if you can't move forward to the net when the opportunity arises later at the professional level, your game will be severely limited. Underspin keeps your approach shot low and forces your opponent to hit up, giving you an easier volley and making it harder for them to pass you at the ...