Tennis Blog Posts
These tennis blog posts and articles are written by a tennis player for others to follow and learn. For those of you who don’t know who is behind these, check out Nikolai Micallef’s profile, a Maltese tennis player and coach who is very passionate about the sport.
Therefore, if you are here to learn how to deal with a counterpuncher or an aggressive baseliner, or maybe you want to pick out a nice gift for your tennis-loving friend, you have come to the right place. Whatever it is you’re after, if it is tennis-related, you’re likely to find it here, in one of these detailed tennis blog posts.
Make sure to check this space often as fresh, new content will be made almost every week!
The Unreturnable Missile: Unpacking the 10 Fastest Tennis Serves Ever Recorded
The serve is the single most important shot in tennis. It’s the single time you have absolute control over the ball. For the ambitious player, a powerful serve is the cornerstone of a dominant game. While we focus on the mechanics of a great tennis serve, it’s impossible not to be in awe of the…
Learn About The Basics of the Tennis Scoring System
Have you ever heard that you should never date a tennis player, because “love” means nothing to us? Well, to some extent, this is true, but we still believe in love. Right? Tennis is a sport where “love” means zero, and the scoring system is different for games, sets and matches. For newcomers, watching a…
Aggressive Baseliner Tennis Profile Explained
I am pretty sure that in the past, you’ve encountered opponents whose goal was to hammer shots down the line. Frustrating right? This blog will cover how to play against aggressive baseliners, provide some drills to help you increase your attacking skills and help you understand who they are as tennis players. Eventually, I’ll even…
A Detailed Tennis Saber Review
Tennis has come a long way, from wooden frames to graphite rackets that vary in shapes and sizes. And that is indeed what we’re covering today. It is no other than the Functional Tennis Saber, created by Functional Tennis. This racket acts as a training aid that will help you boost your coordination skills and…
A Technical Insight of the Counterpuncher Profile
This blog serves the purpose of digging deep into the counterpuncher player. Together, we shall discover the characterisation of such a player and identify ways how to prepare for playing against this profile. And if you’re aspiring to become one, then you’re also in the right place. Eventually, I’ll even give you an insight into…
5 Steps to Discover Your Tennis Playing Style
Did you know that tennis players approach their game in different ways? Some opt for aggressive strategies while others rather play defensively. How about you?
Adopting the Semi-Western Grip – Tennis Grips Explained
Excited to learn about the weapon of many ATP and WTA players? The Semi-Western grip is a popular choice, producing the perfect combination of power and spin. Scroll down to learn more about this.
Playing With The Western Grip – Tennis Grips Explained
This blog provides a comprehensive analysis of the Western Grip – a clay court specialist’s favourite tool to bully opponents with extreme topspin. Scroll down to see how to grip your racket and whip the ball with a Western tennis grip.
10 Tennis Singles Strategy and Drills: Learn to Dominate
If you’re seeking some guidance on how to approach a tennis match better, than you came to the right place. This blog tackles 10 tennis singles strategies and tips that will help you boost your levels when playing a singles tennis match.
The Eastern Grip in Tennis – Tennis Grips Explained
The Eastern Grip is generally the 2nd most common grip in tennis, it’s very similar to the Continental Grip and is relatively easy to figure out.
How to Achieve the Continental Grip – Tennis Grips Explained
Tennis, a game rich in technique and strategy, offers various ways for players to hold their racket. The way you hold your racket can significantly influence your performance on the court. We will be analysing each grip, exploring how they’re used and the unique advantages they bring to your game, starting with the Continental Grip….
Determining Your Tennis Racket Grip Size
The grip is a small yet critical element of the tennis racket that can heavily impact your game. It is a topic that, unfortunately, many recreational-level players fail to understand. But today, in this blog, we’ll go over the 2 main questions surrounding the tennis racket grip. After reading this blog, you’ll be able to…
5 Ways to Treat Lower Back Pain
Hi all and welcome to this blog post. Today’s topic is a bit different. As tennis players, we are bound to suffer from multiple injuries. Some tennis players will have issues with their wrists. Others will suffer from tennis elbow and certain players may even have trouble with their feet. But today, I’ll be discussing…
From Wood to Graphite: What are Tennis Rackets Made of?
Did you know that the tennis racket has undergone more transformations than almost any other sports equipment? It’s a piece of sporting beauty that carries with it a lot of history. Scroll down to learn further the history of tennis rackets, how old tennis rackets were created and understand the properties of the materials that make up today’s graphite tennis racket.
How the Right Junior Tennis Racket Makes a Difference
This guide will walk you through the key considerations, from understanding junior tennis racket sizes to selecting the best junior tennis racket for your young athlete. Discover how to choose a tennis racket for your junior pal.
Best Tennis Gifts for Him & Her (2024)
Finding the perfect gift for the tennis-loving man or woman in your life can be as nerve-wrecking. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Here, you will be guided through some of the best picks for tennis gifts for him and tennis gifts for her.
Keywords: Gifts for Tennis Players, Tennis Gifts, Tennis Gifts for Her, Tennis Gifts for Him.
Get Better With 7 Mental Tennis Tips for Doubles Matches
Let’s get better with these 7 mental tennis tips for doubles matches. If you’re a pro or a rookie club player, you must know these tips for doubles tennis matches.
Keywords: mental tennis tips for doubles, double tennis tactics, tips for tennis doubles, doubles tennis match, tennis doubles matches.
How to Choose a Tennis Racket – A Detailed Buyer’s Guide
Discover Your Perfect Match: Ready to find your game-changer? Keep reading to uncover the secrets on how to choose a tennis racket that matches your play style and elevates your game to new heights.
Discover Tennis Racket Anatomy
Dive deep into this comprehensive guide about the anatomy of the tennis racket. Click to learn more about the different parts of the racket.
25 Perfect Gifts for Tennis Players [with Links]
In this blog, we’ll go over the best gift ideas for tennis players and tennis lovers alike. Ranging from technological gifts to tennis accessories, this comprehensive list is all you need to find the perfect gifts for tennis players.
Keywords: Tennis Gifts, Gifts for Tennis Players, Gifts for Tennis Lovers, Tennis Gifts for Him, Tennis Gifts for Her
Tennis Elbow Brace: Get Back in the Game Faster
In this blog, we will go over what tennis elbow is, what you can do to treat it and look at the best tennis elbow brace and straps available on the market.
Keywords: Tennis Elbow, Tennis Elbow Treatment, Tennis Elbow Brace, Tennis Elbow Support, Lateral Epicondylitis, Tennis Elbow Pain
The Top 7 Benefits of Tennis for Youth
Tennis is a sport that offers various benefits to those who play it. The benefits of tennis are so vast, that coming up with a top 7 list was a challenging task. Here, you have a list of the advantages related to playing tennis.
Keywords: Benefits of Tennis, Health Benefits of Tennis, Advantages of Playing Tennis
Top 10 Tips On How to Improve at Tennis
Here are some useful tips that you can use both on and off the court to help you increase your level in tennis. Getting better at tennis is not as hard as you may think.
Keywords: How to Improve at Tennis, Better Tennis, How to Get Better in Tennis, Tennis Tips
Are You a Counterpuncher? 4 Main Types of Tennis Players
During a game of tennis, you can find yourself struggling against your opponent’s playing style. Whether they are a counterpuncher, or an aggressive baseliner, this blog will help you figure out how to play against such players.
Keywords: Types of Tennis Players, Tennis Playing Style, Aggressive Baseliner, Counterpuncher, Serve and Volley
Ranking Malta’s Top 6 Tennis Academy Spots
If you want to find the perfect tennis coach for you, then you’re in luck. This list ranks the best tennis academy spots where you can find yourself a tennis coach in Malta.
Keywords: Malta Tennis Coaching, Tennis Academy, Tennis Coaching
Exploring The Best Tennis Clubs in Malta for 2024
If you want to find the best tennis club in Malta, this handpicked list will help you out. These are the best spots to polish your forehand and hit that ace.!
Keywords: Malta Tennis Clubs, Tennis Courts, Malta Tennis Coaching
The Unreturnable Missile: Unpacking the 10 Fastest Tennis Serves Ever Recorded
The serve is the single most important shot in tennis. It’s the single time you have absolute control over the ball. For the ambitious player, a powerful serve is the cornerstone of a dominant game. While we focus on the mechanics of a great tennis serve, it’s impossible not to be in awe of the…
Learn About The Basics of the Tennis Scoring System
Have you ever heard that you should never date a tennis player, because “love” means nothing to us? Well, to some extent, this is true, but we still believe in love. Right? Tennis is a sport where “love” means zero, and the scoring system is different for games, sets and matches. For newcomers, watching a…
Aggressive Baseliner Tennis Profile Explained
I am pretty sure that in the past, you’ve encountered opponents whose goal was to hammer shots down the line. Frustrating right? This blog will cover how to play against aggressive baseliners, provide some drills to help you increase your attacking skills and help you understand who they are as tennis players. Eventually, I’ll even…
A Detailed Tennis Saber Review
Tennis has come a long way, from wooden frames to graphite rackets that vary in shapes and sizes. And that is indeed what we’re covering today. It is no other than the Functional Tennis Saber, created by Functional Tennis. This racket acts as a training aid that will help you boost your coordination skills and…
A Technical Insight of the Counterpuncher Profile
This blog serves the purpose of digging deep into the counterpuncher player. Together, we shall discover the characterisation of such a player and identify ways how to prepare for playing against this profile. And if you’re aspiring to become one, then you’re also in the right place. Eventually, I’ll even give you an insight into…
5 Steps to Discover Your Tennis Playing Style
Did you know that tennis players approach their game in different ways? Some opt for aggressive strategies while others rather play defensively. How about you?
Adopting the Semi-Western Grip – Tennis Grips Explained
Excited to learn about the weapon of many ATP and WTA players? The Semi-Western grip is a popular choice, producing the perfect combination of power and spin. Scroll down to learn more about this.
Playing With The Western Grip – Tennis Grips Explained
This blog provides a comprehensive analysis of the Western Grip – a clay court specialist’s favourite tool to bully opponents with extreme topspin. Scroll down to see how to grip your racket and whip the ball with a Western tennis grip.
10 Tennis Singles Strategy and Drills: Learn to Dominate
If you’re seeking some guidance on how to approach a tennis match better, than you came to the right place. This blog tackles 10 tennis singles strategies and tips that will help you boost your levels when playing a singles tennis match.
The Eastern Grip in Tennis – Tennis Grips Explained
The Eastern Grip is generally the 2nd most common grip in tennis, it’s very similar to the Continental Grip and is relatively easy to figure out.
How to Achieve the Continental Grip – Tennis Grips Explained
Tennis, a game rich in technique and strategy, offers various ways for players to hold their racket. The way you hold your racket can significantly influence your performance on the court. We will be analysing each grip, exploring how they’re used and the unique advantages they bring to your game, starting with the Continental Grip….
Determining Your Tennis Racket Grip Size
The grip is a small yet critical element of the tennis racket that can heavily impact your game. It is a topic that, unfortunately, many recreational-level players fail to understand. But today, in this blog, we’ll go over the 2 main questions surrounding the tennis racket grip. After reading this blog, you’ll be able to…
5 Ways to Treat Lower Back Pain
Hi all and welcome to this blog post. Today’s topic is a bit different. As tennis players, we are bound to suffer from multiple injuries. Some tennis players will have issues with their wrists. Others will suffer from tennis elbow and certain players may even have trouble with their feet. But today, I’ll be discussing…
From Wood to Graphite: What are Tennis Rackets Made of?
Did you know that the tennis racket has undergone more transformations than almost any other sports equipment? It’s a piece of sporting beauty that carries with it a lot of history. Scroll down to learn further the history of tennis rackets, how old tennis rackets were created and understand the properties of the materials that make up today’s graphite tennis racket.
How the Right Junior Tennis Racket Makes a Difference
This guide will walk you through the key considerations, from understanding junior tennis racket sizes to selecting the best junior tennis racket for your young athlete. Discover how to choose a tennis racket for your junior pal.
Best Tennis Gifts for Him & Her (2024)
Finding the perfect gift for the tennis-loving man or woman in your life can be as nerve-wrecking. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Here, you will be guided through some of the best picks for tennis gifts for him and tennis gifts for her.
Keywords: Gifts for Tennis Players, Tennis Gifts, Tennis Gifts for Her, Tennis Gifts for Him.
Get Better With 7 Mental Tennis Tips for Doubles Matches
Let’s get better with these 7 mental tennis tips for doubles matches. If you’re a pro or a rookie club player, you must know these tips for doubles tennis matches.
Keywords: mental tennis tips for doubles, double tennis tactics, tips for tennis doubles, doubles tennis match, tennis doubles matches.
How to Choose a Tennis Racket – A Detailed Buyer’s Guide
Discover Your Perfect Match: Ready to find your game-changer? Keep reading to uncover the secrets on how to choose a tennis racket that matches your play style and elevates your game to new heights.
Discover Tennis Racket Anatomy
Dive deep into this comprehensive guide about the anatomy of the tennis racket. Click to learn more about the different parts of the racket.
25 Perfect Gifts for Tennis Players [with Links]
In this blog, we’ll go over the best gift ideas for tennis players and tennis lovers alike. Ranging from technological gifts to tennis accessories, this comprehensive list is all you need to find the perfect gifts for tennis players.
Keywords: Tennis Gifts, Gifts for Tennis Players, Gifts for Tennis Lovers, Tennis Gifts for Him, Tennis Gifts for Her
Tennis Elbow Brace: Get Back in the Game Faster
In this blog, we will go over what tennis elbow is, what you can do to treat it and look at the best tennis elbow brace and straps available on the market.
Keywords: Tennis Elbow, Tennis Elbow Treatment, Tennis Elbow Brace, Tennis Elbow Support, Lateral Epicondylitis, Tennis Elbow Pain
The Top 7 Benefits of Tennis for Youth
Tennis is a sport that offers various benefits to those who play it. The benefits of tennis are so vast, that coming up with a top 7 list was a challenging task. Here, you have a list of the advantages related to playing tennis.
Keywords: Benefits of Tennis, Health Benefits of Tennis, Advantages of Playing Tennis
Top 10 Tips On How to Improve at Tennis
Here are some useful tips that you can use both on and off the court to help you increase your level in tennis. Getting better at tennis is not as hard as you may think.
Keywords: How to Improve at Tennis, Better Tennis, How to Get Better in Tennis, Tennis Tips
Are You a Counterpuncher? 4 Main Types of Tennis Players
During a game of tennis, you can find yourself struggling against your opponent’s playing style. Whether they are a counterpuncher, or an aggressive baseliner, this blog will help you figure out how to play against such players.
Keywords: Types of Tennis Players, Tennis Playing Style, Aggressive Baseliner, Counterpuncher, Serve and Volley
Ranking Malta’s Top 6 Tennis Academy Spots
If you want to find the perfect tennis coach for you, then you’re in luck. This list ranks the best tennis academy spots where you can find yourself a tennis coach in Malta.
Keywords: Malta Tennis Coaching, Tennis Academy, Tennis Coaching
Exploring The Best Tennis Clubs in Malta for 2024
If you want to find the best tennis club in Malta, this handpicked list will help you out. These are the best spots to polish your forehand and hit that ace.!
Keywords: Malta Tennis Clubs, Tennis Courts, Malta Tennis Coaching