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.

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Called Out” is a new comic series illustrated by Rob Babboni with captions by Roger Sedarat and caption contest winners.   Called Out! – Comic Series was last modified: August…

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…

Foot Faults: Tennis Poems  by Roger Sedarat (David Robert Books, August 2016). ORDER TODAY ON AMAZON | BARNES & NOBLE     Saying Goodbye to my old Djokovic Shoes One year and…

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…

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…

The Rolex Tournament I was playing the pro tour back in the 90’s and miraculously made it to the finals of the Rolex tournament in Switzerland! I have to admit…