And the winner is… “I meant to tell you — I’ve been taking lessons…” Polling results are below. Thanks for participating! Polling is now closed  7.22.16 at 12:30 PM EST…

Discovering tennis and becoming a die-hard player in my 40’s, I naturally wish I’d started earlier, especially as I face opponents who did. Despite ample coaching and court time, I can’t seem to match those who learned and drilled the fundamentals of the sport in their youth. Even these guys, however, talk with some regret about getting older and losing the athleticism they once had. It’s reassuring to know I’m not the only one sometimes wishing I were younger.

Which book cover can you see going to print? And the Winner is… The majority has spoken. The Foot Fault: Tennis Poems book cover poll winner is cover #2! Thank…

A year ago I picked up Jim Gaffigan’s book “Dad is Fat.” I wasn’t sure where Jim Gaffigan stood among the landscape of top-tier comedians. I’d seen him here and…

We all know that serving fast is impressive but what’s more impressive is good form. Take it away Brianna!

The pros can do whatever they want. The rest of us need to follow the basic guidelines, at least until we are can do no wrong.  Watch Brianna’s foot position…

If you’re one of the seemingly rare recreational tennis players who can’t afford membership to some swanky club, then you know the joys and frustrations of playing on public courts.…

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