Focus on the Serve & Volley
Sometimes my opponent will suddenly start to serve and volley. What is my best strategy to deal with that? Also, when is it appropriate to...
Both backhands should be your goal
I started off with a one handed backhand, but I’m curious do you generally advise learning a two-handed? What are the advantages and disadvantages?
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How can I not blow a lead?
JACKIE BOHANNON
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Unfortunately, your problem is not uncommon. Not only does it happen at the recreational level but in the pros too! This is...
How to return the serve every time
JACKIE BOHANNON
Guest Writer
news@lbknews.com
When receiving serve in doubles, the receiver should stand slightly behind the baseline. When the server hits the ball, the receiver should...
Your complete guide to Tiebreak success
JACKIE BOHANNON
Guest Writer
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Recently, I was playing a doubles tournament, and all four of us were confused about the format. We couldn’t agree on when...
Rapid Fire Friday…
JACKIE BOHANNON
Guest Writer
news@lbknews.com
If both opponents are at the net, what are my best shot options?
Down the middle solves the riddle! With both opponents at...
Time needs to be on your side in tennis
JACKIE BOHANNON
Guest Writer
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In countless doubles matches my opponents always hit the ball to my partner who is a weaker player. I get it, they...
Sightings on a Florida beach
MICHAEL GIVANT
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The morning air is crisp, the sun’s shadows are hard. My wife and I are congratulating ourselves for getting out to Whitney...
Cloudy mornings on Longboat’s beaches
MICHAEL GIVANT
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Givant@windylaw.com
Cloudy mornings on LBK beaches have a pleasing two-fold effect. They allow me to see birds without the glare of water and...
How can I win with a weak partner?
JACKIE BOHANNON
Guest Writer
news@lbknews.com
In countless doubles matches my opponents always hit the ball to my partner who is a weaker player. I get it, they...
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