Have you noticed the weather seems to be hotter than it used to be? In some places in Arizona, Nevada and California, temperatures can get to be well over 110 degrees, while even places known for their cold winters have seen 90 degree plus summer days. When playing sports outdoors this summer, from tennis to… Read more »
Category: Tennis
Which Shoes Should You Wear When Playing Tennis?
Try as you might you can’t play a proper game of tennis in flip flops. Why is it important to wear tennis shoes when playing tennis? It’s because tennis shoes are specifically made to support the foot movements required by the sport. Anyone who has played tennis knows it involves a lot of quick starts… Read more »
Reasons to Have a Fence Around a Tennis Court
If you’re going to have a tennis court, you should consider having a fence around it. The primary function of the fence is to keep tennis balls contained within the court area. Otherwise, you’d spend more time jogging to retrieve balls that went far away than you’d spend playing tennis! Furthermore, if the tennis court… Read more »
Valuable Life Lessons Taught by Tennis
Tennis teaches many valuable life lessons. It’s a game which encourages people to be competitive, passionate, dedicated and athletic. Whether young or old, people of all ages seem to enjoy the thrill of tennis. What are Some of the Life Lessons Taught by Tennis? For starters, when you first take up tennis you’re not automatically… Read more »
Why Children Need More Sports Facilities
There’s a new TV show on The CW aimed at teens and it’s called Riverdale. It takes the characters from the Archie comics and puts a “Twin Peaks murder mystery” spin on the lives of the familiar gang of Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, etc. On the show, Archie is on the high school football team… Read more »
Tennis Net Rules and Standards
Classic Turf Company is known for installing tennis court surfaces, but also supplies things like tennis nets and net posts in order to make the courts complete. All of Classic Turf’s nets come with a center strap and anchor. For nets, choose “TN45,” which is our double thick 100% polyester headband that plays like a… Read more »
Holiday Gift Ideas for the Tennis Player in Your Life
Christmas is coming. It’s that time of year when people shop for gifts for friends and family. If you have someone in your life who plays tennis, there are some wonderful Christmas presents you can shop for online. It’s especially nice to know that many tennis-related presents these days are customizable. A look at various… Read more »
Reasons to Get Your Child Involved in Tennis
Just like it’s easier for a child to pick up a foreign language when they’re young, it’s easier for them to learn to play sports at an early age. One sport in particular– tennis– is a good game to get your child involved in because it can become a worthwhile, lifelong pursuit. Why start tennis… Read more »
Tips for Staying Hydrated When Playing Tennis in the Heat
Playing tennis in the heat causes your body to not only produce heat, but sweat to the point where you’re losing water and sodium in a big way. If you’re playing intense, competitive games of tennis and the environment is hot and humid, here are some tips for staying hydrated. First, consider increasing your both… Read more »