Author: Steve Mallory
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
ISBN: 141204202X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 301
Book Description
Tennis Magic joyfully demolishes the old myth that tennis is "too hard to learn" by de-mystifying every aspect of learning and playing the game. Smart, challenging and funny, it's loaded with tricks that are sure to supercharge your game and your enjoyment of the sport.
Tennis Magic
Author: Steve Mallory
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
ISBN: 141204202X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 301
Book Description
Tennis Magic joyfully demolishes the old myth that tennis is "too hard to learn" by de-mystifying every aspect of learning and playing the game. Smart, challenging and funny, it's loaded with tricks that are sure to supercharge your game and your enjoyment of the sport.
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
ISBN: 141204202X
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 301
Book Description
Tennis Magic joyfully demolishes the old myth that tennis is "too hard to learn" by de-mystifying every aspect of learning and playing the game. Smart, challenging and funny, it's loaded with tricks that are sure to supercharge your game and your enjoyment of the sport.
The History of Tennis
Author: Richard Evans
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 0847869873
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
All the passion, drama, and beauty of tennis is captured in this most up-to-date comprehensive history--from its early beginnings as a sport, the greatest matches ever played, to its global star players and personalities of present day. This volume is a must-read for tennis aficionados. Tennis, the much-loved sport, is a game for the ages dating back to sixteenth-century royal court matches played by King Henry VIII. History of Tennis captures the sport's long history, never short of theatrics, rivalries, power plays, political controversies, and inspiring personal stories. Beautiful historic and contemporary images of gripping matches like the unforgettable Bjorn Borg versus John McEnroe tiebreak match in 1980, to behind-the-scenes moments with tennis legends, and never-before-seen shots, grace each page accompanied by Richard Evans's intriguing stories and unique insight detailing the evolution of this majestic sport by decade. Starting as a European royal pastime and gaining popularity in England and France, the sport made its way to America in the late 1870s as the new game of lawn tennis, creating along the centuries legendary tennis superstars such as Bill Tilden, Suzanne Lenglen and the Four Musketeers, Fred Perry, Billie Jean King, John McEnroe, and Steffi Graf. Now one of the most highly watched sports globally with top-billing icons like Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal, and Naomi Osaka, there is no stopping the power of this allenthralling game. This is a must-have volume for lifelong fans and those intrigued by the sporting theater and grand culture of tennis.
Publisher: Rizzoli Publications
ISBN: 0847869873
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
All the passion, drama, and beauty of tennis is captured in this most up-to-date comprehensive history--from its early beginnings as a sport, the greatest matches ever played, to its global star players and personalities of present day. This volume is a must-read for tennis aficionados. Tennis, the much-loved sport, is a game for the ages dating back to sixteenth-century royal court matches played by King Henry VIII. History of Tennis captures the sport's long history, never short of theatrics, rivalries, power plays, political controversies, and inspiring personal stories. Beautiful historic and contemporary images of gripping matches like the unforgettable Bjorn Borg versus John McEnroe tiebreak match in 1980, to behind-the-scenes moments with tennis legends, and never-before-seen shots, grace each page accompanied by Richard Evans's intriguing stories and unique insight detailing the evolution of this majestic sport by decade. Starting as a European royal pastime and gaining popularity in England and France, the sport made its way to America in the late 1870s as the new game of lawn tennis, creating along the centuries legendary tennis superstars such as Bill Tilden, Suzanne Lenglen and the Four Musketeers, Fred Perry, Billie Jean King, John McEnroe, and Steffi Graf. Now one of the most highly watched sports globally with top-billing icons like Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal, and Naomi Osaka, there is no stopping the power of this allenthralling game. This is a must-have volume for lifelong fans and those intrigued by the sporting theater and grand culture of tennis.
The Magic Tennis Shoes
Author: Julie Uselton
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1796096946
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
The Magic Tennis Shoes Follow the adventures of Regina and David as they solve their problems in unique ways. Regina and David find themselves facing a real big problem, bullying. They find a possible solution with the help of a pair of tennis shoes, a little magic and a wise old owl. What they think is a solution to their problem ends up being a much larger problem. The wise old owl steps in to help David save the day. Through everything that takes place Regina and David remain good friends.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1796096946
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
The Magic Tennis Shoes Follow the adventures of Regina and David as they solve their problems in unique ways. Regina and David find themselves facing a real big problem, bullying. They find a possible solution with the help of a pair of tennis shoes, a little magic and a wise old owl. What they think is a solution to their problem ends up being a much larger problem. The wise old owl steps in to help David save the day. Through everything that takes place Regina and David remain good friends.
Alice the Tennis Fairy (Sports Fairies #6)
Author: Daisy Meadows
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545308232
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
The Sports Fairies' magical items are missing, and now the Fairy Olympics are going all wrong! This is our ninth group of Rainbow Magic fairies; all seven books will be released at once.It's an exciting time in Fairyland. Everyone is getting ready for the Fairy Olympics! But Jack Frost's goblins have stolen the Sports Fairies' magic objects. Now they're threatening to take over the whole competition!The Tippington Tennis Club is swarming with goblins. If Rachel and Kirsty don't snag Alice's magic racquet, the goblins are going to win --- game, set, and match!Find the enchanted object in each book, and help keep the Fairyland Olympics magical!
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545308232
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
The Sports Fairies' magical items are missing, and now the Fairy Olympics are going all wrong! This is our ninth group of Rainbow Magic fairies; all seven books will be released at once.It's an exciting time in Fairyland. Everyone is getting ready for the Fairy Olympics! But Jack Frost's goblins have stolen the Sports Fairies' magic objects. Now they're threatening to take over the whole competition!The Tippington Tennis Club is swarming with goblins. If Rachel and Kirsty don't snag Alice's magic racquet, the goblins are going to win --- game, set, and match!Find the enchanted object in each book, and help keep the Fairyland Olympics magical!
Macci Magic
Author: Rick Macci
Publisher: New Chapter Press
ISBN: 9781937559250
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Master coach Rick Macci shares his secrets to success both on and off the tennis court in this much-anticipated first book. Through anecdotes and more than 100 sayings that exemplify his teaching philosophy, this inspirational manual helps pave the way to great achievement not only in tennis, but in business and in life. Featuring a collection of more than 200 motivational one-liners from signs at his academy, or "Maccisms," which illustrate the core role and power of positive thinking in the molding of a champion, this guide to greatness will help anyone looking to maximize their potential.
Publisher: New Chapter Press
ISBN: 9781937559250
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Master coach Rick Macci shares his secrets to success both on and off the tennis court in this much-anticipated first book. Through anecdotes and more than 100 sayings that exemplify his teaching philosophy, this inspirational manual helps pave the way to great achievement not only in tennis, but in business and in life. Featuring a collection of more than 200 motivational one-liners from signs at his academy, or "Maccisms," which illustrate the core role and power of positive thinking in the molding of a champion, this guide to greatness will help anyone looking to maximize their potential.
International Book of Tennis Drills
Author: Professional Tennis Registry
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1623685109
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 259
Book Description
Filled with time-tested drills designed to improve every aspect of one's game, this updated edition is the ideal resource for any tennis player who wants to gain an edge on their competition. With more than 100 practice drills for both group and independent practice, readers will learn how to improve their serving, returning, groundstrokes, lobs, drop shots, approach shots, overheads, volleys, and much more. The singular, authoritative source for skill-enhancing drills, this guide is equally useful for beginning or advanced players of all ages.
Publisher: Triumph Books
ISBN: 1623685109
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 259
Book Description
Filled with time-tested drills designed to improve every aspect of one's game, this updated edition is the ideal resource for any tennis player who wants to gain an edge on their competition. With more than 100 practice drills for both group and independent practice, readers will learn how to improve their serving, returning, groundstrokes, lobs, drop shots, approach shots, overheads, volleys, and much more. The singular, authoritative source for skill-enhancing drills, this guide is equally useful for beginning or advanced players of all ages.
WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH AMERICAN TENNIS
Author: RICHARD HASSE
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1329685423
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 83
Book Description
This book explains why Americans cannot win at the highest levels of tennis. It offers a solution for each problem. Americans are the worst players on the world scene. Fundamental changes must be made. We cannot take the same approach and just try harder. I hope that this book gets people thinking. We must rethink our methods.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1329685423
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 83
Book Description
This book explains why Americans cannot win at the highest levels of tennis. It offers a solution for each problem. Americans are the worst players on the world scene. Fundamental changes must be made. We cannot take the same approach and just try harder. I hope that this book gets people thinking. We must rethink our methods.
Alice the Tennis Fairy
Author: Daisy Meadows
Publisher: Orchard Books
ISBN: 1408319306
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
The Sporty Fairies are in need of Rachel and Kirsty's help. Everyone in Fairyland is preparing for the Fairy Olympics, but Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the magic sporty items so they can win by cheating! What's more, with the items missing, everyone in the human world is playing sports really badly, and so the human Olympics is in danger of being ruined too! Rachel and Kirsty love playing tennis, but with Alice's Magic Tennis Ball missing, they can't seem to hit one shot! The girls must help Alice find the goblins before it's too late...
Publisher: Orchard Books
ISBN: 1408319306
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
The Sporty Fairies are in need of Rachel and Kirsty's help. Everyone in Fairyland is preparing for the Fairy Olympics, but Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen the magic sporty items so they can win by cheating! What's more, with the items missing, everyone in the human world is playing sports really badly, and so the human Olympics is in danger of being ruined too! Rachel and Kirsty love playing tennis, but with Alice's Magic Tennis Ball missing, they can't seem to hit one shot! The girls must help Alice find the goblins before it's too late...
Winning Ugly
Author: Brad Gilbert
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476715092
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
The tennis classic from Olympic gold medalist and ESPN analyst Brad Gilbert, now featuring a new introduction with tips drawn from the strategies of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Andy Murray, and more, to help you outthink and outplay your toughest opponents. A former Olympic medalist and now one of ESPN’s most respected analysts, Brad Gilbert shares his timeless tricks and tips, including “some real gems” (Tennis magazine) to help both recreational and professional players improve their game. In the new introduction to this third edition, Gilbert uses his inside access to analyze current stars such as Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal, showing readers how to beat better players without playing better tennis. Written with clarity and wit, this classic combat manual for the tennis court has become the bible of tennis instruction books for countless players worldwide.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1476715092
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
The tennis classic from Olympic gold medalist and ESPN analyst Brad Gilbert, now featuring a new introduction with tips drawn from the strategies of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, Andy Murray, and more, to help you outthink and outplay your toughest opponents. A former Olympic medalist and now one of ESPN’s most respected analysts, Brad Gilbert shares his timeless tricks and tips, including “some real gems” (Tennis magazine) to help both recreational and professional players improve their game. In the new introduction to this third edition, Gilbert uses his inside access to analyze current stars such as Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal, showing readers how to beat better players without playing better tennis. Written with clarity and wit, this classic combat manual for the tennis court has become the bible of tennis instruction books for countless players worldwide.