What is the Difference Between a Dream and a Goal? Most tennis players have inspiring dreams of playing in college, competing on the pro circuit, or even playing in a major tournament such as Wimbledon or the US Open. Your dreams may initially spark your passion, but dreams
Control within Matches Can you control winning? That may seem an odd question to ask a tennis player. Some tennis players would answer yes, pointing to the fact that they train hard, are motivated and determined, and put in the extra preparation away from the court. All facets
Running out of Patience Patience may be a virtue, but many tennis players become frustrated when they do not see quick and dramatic results from their practice and training sessions. When they fail to see those immediate results, they conclude, “This new strategy doesn’t work,” or “I’m just
Is the fear of success a reality for tennis players? Yes, tennis players can have fear of success. But doesn’t everyone want success playing the game? We constantly hear about the fear of failure and how losing affects confidence. Tennis players who fear failure experience high anxiety during
Does your Focus Change Depending on the Score? Top tennis players focus on one point at a time. They understand the importance of battling for each point separately instead of focusing on the entirety of a game or set. However, many players, even professional players, change their focus
Competing Against the Best Tennis Players Many tennis players would rather play easy matches than challenge themselves against top competition. Why would players shy away from challenging themselves? It comes down to how some players view losses…. Some players fear that losing is a statement about their ability.