Tennis is a beautiful game played between 2 people (or 4 if you’re playing doubles). But what happens when you don’t have an opponent to play? How do you practice tennis by yourself? In this post we’re going to go over some fun, simple, and creative ways on how to practice tennis alone. Warm-up by Read more
If you’re in the market to buy a tennis ball machine, finding a used tennis ball machine for sale can save you some cash. In this post, we’re going over where to look for a used tennis ball machine, and some other things to consider when buying a tennis ball machine. Online Classified Sites The Read more
Whether you’re a tennis player, coach, or just a fan, there are tons of great books on the subject of tennis. In this post, we’re keeping a running list of some of the best tennis books. This list is broken up into three categories: General Reading and Coffee Table Books Biographies & Autobiographies Tennis Instruction, Read more
If you’re in the market for a tennis racquet, one of the many choices you have to make is which grip size. In this post, we’ve included instructions for measuring your tennis grip size, and other factors to consider when choosing the right grip size for you. Measure Your Recommended Tennis Racquet Grip Size There Read more
Having problems with pain in your wrist, arm, or elbow? A comfortable racquet and strings can make a big difference to help relieve some of that pain. In recent years, there’s been an increased focus on making tennis racquets more “comfortable” and easy on the arm. And while personal preferences can vary quite a bit, Read more
To get started playing tennis, all you need is a tennis court, some tennis balls, and a tennis racquet. Fortunately, the best tennis racquets for beginners are relatively inexpensive. You can get a great racquet for under $100, or you can opt for even cheaper ones in the ~$30 range. The racquets in this post Read more
Although it’s called “tennis elbow,” tennis players are not the only people who experience tendinitis in the elbow. It can be caused by any kind of repetitive arm or wrist motion, such as typing, working construction, weightlifting, and other everyday activities. Fortunately, tennis elbow braces are relatively inexpensive and can go a long way to Read more
Rafael Nadal endorses and ostensibly plays with Babolat’s Pure Aero tennis racquet. But like most pros, he actually uses a pro stock racquet (a racquet that is designed and produced specifically for a professional player). And since Babolat renamed the AeroPro Drive line to Pure Aero, what Nadal is actually playing with is the original Read more
Used tennis balls can be a great way to save money if you don’t need the best quality. They’re a great option if you need cheap tennis balls to use in a tennis ball machine, for group practices, or even as toys for your dog. In this post, we’ve put together some ideas for how Read more
PlayYourCourt is a “mobile tennis club” website that offers tennis lessons and match-finding in several locations across the US. They’re an official partner of Wilson, and have a rapidly growing community of tennis players. We’ve put together this overview of the main memberships features and highlighted some helpful PlayYourCourt reviews to help you decide if Read more
All the big athletic brands like Nike, Adidas, and Asics are in the tennis world with their shoes and apparel, but only a select few athletic brands make quality tennis racquets. In this post we’re going over the most popular tennis racquet brands on the market today. Wilson, Babolat, and Head are three of the Read more
Wondering what tennis racket you should buy for your kid? In this post, we’ve outlined what you should be looking for when buying a kids tennis racket (for kids age 4 to 12, as well as under 4), as well as our top picks and reviews of the best junior tennis racquets on the market Read more
The 2010s have ended, and what a decade it was for female sports. In the last 10 years, we watched the incredible legacy of Venus and Serena Williams continue to take shape. We witnessed the meteoric rise of breakout talents like Simone Biles, Ronda Rousey, and Naomi Osaka (two of which made this list). And Read more
Serena Williams is a force. She’s one of the greatest tennis players of all time, and one of the most influential athletes in the world. As of this writing, she’s the athlete featured on the Wheaties box. The breakfast of champions. Here are some of the best Serena Williams quotes, over the course of her Read more
Since Tennis Department itself is a tennis website and blog, our favorite tennis website is the one you’re on right now. But no man is an island, and we’ve put together a some of the best tennis websites and blogs out there. We periodically update this list, so go ahead and bookmark it and come Read more
For the first time since WWII, the Wimbledon Champsionships have been cancelled. Wimbledon was scheduled to be played from June 29 to July 12, 2020, but This official statement was posted on Wimbledon’s website: “It is with great regret that the Main Board of the All England Club (AELTC) and the Committee of Management of Read more
There are two main types of tennis balls: pressurized and pressureless. Your average tennis ball that most people are familiar with is pressurized. So what are pressureless tennis balls and why do they exist? In this post we answer that question, and review some of the best pressureless tennis balls available today. Pressurized vs. Pressureless Read more
There’s a lot of emphasis on choosing the right tennis racquet, but a racquet is only as good as its strings. With so many different options, choosing the right tennis string can be overwhelming. However, this huge diversity of string options also means that with a bit of research, you can find a string with Read more
Looking for the best shoes for tennis players? You’re in the right place. Since “tennis shoes” are synonymous with “sneakers” or “athletic shoes” of all kinds, it can be difficult to find the best shoes for actually playing tennis. In this article, we’ve independently rated the best shoes for playing tennis, based on our own Read more
With its solid position in the tennis equipment market, Sports Tutor has a range of products for every player level and budget option. In this Tennis Cube ball machine review, we’ll break down why it’s a great budget option for beginners who want to become serious in playing their game. Sports Tutor Tennis Cube The Read more
Sports Tutor is one of the top tennis equipment brands today. One of their top products is the Sports Tutor Tennis Twist which is one of their most basic tennis ball machine offerings in their lineup. In this Tennis Twist ball machine review, we’ll give you the rundown on how it’s one of the best Read more
You don’t have to break the bank to start getting serious with playing tennis. There are several cheap tennis ball machines that do the job well and are great for those who are just starting out and seeing if tennis is for them. In this we’ll break down the best cheap tennis ball machines in Read more
Silent Partner offers a line of affordable tennis ball machines that can be a great investment if you’re looking to work on your tennis skills. For this Silent Partner tennis ball machine review, we’re going over our top picks from their line of products to help you find the tennis ball machine that’s right for Read more
Lobster is a tennis equipment brand that offers a wide variety of products, including their line of popular tennis ball machines. If you’re a tennis player looking to practice alone or otherwise develop your tennis skills, having a tennis ball machine can be extremely beneficial. In this Lobster tennis ball machine review, we’re going over Read more
If you’re in the market for a tennis ball machine, there are several quality brands to choose from. One of the most popular and well-respected tennis ball machine brands is Playmate. In this post, we’re taking a closer look at the different Playmate tennis ball machine models. In addition to reviewing each one, we’ve also Read more
Pressureless tennis balls are great for casual play and there are a few great options out there in the market. Tennis equipment brand Tretorn developed a pressureless tennis ball variant that’s currently one of the best to use for practice and casual playing. Here’s our Tretorn tennis ball review. Why Use Pressureless Tennis Balls? Regular Read more
Slinger is an up-and-coming tennis equipment brand founded in 2020. Their flagship product is the Slinger Launcher (previously called the Slinger Bag), which is an innovative new tennis ball machine that doubles as an equipment bag. True to their vision of “making tennis more enjoyable and accessible to players of all ages and abilities,” Slinger Read more
A tennis ball mower is an essential piece of equipment for the tennis court, especially when you need to deal with hundreds of tennis balls at a time for teaching or for serious practice. Picking up loose balls and transporting them back and forth can become a huge backbreaking chore and eats up a lot Read more
A tennis ball hopper is an extremely useful tool for bringing multiple tennis balls to the court, and provides a convenient way to store, pick up, and transport tennis balls. Using a tennis ball hopper and a large number of tennis balls can save you time and the hassle of collecting and chasing balls, so Read more
Quality ping pong balls will elevate your game and treat you and your playing partners to a better all-around experience. In the guide below, we’ve featured some of the best ping pong balls to improve your understanding and help you make the best possible decision. Our Top Picks for the Best Ping Pong Balls Butterfly Read more
If you’re in the market for tennis gear, you may have come across Do It Tennis, an online tennis store. In this post, we’re taking an in-depth look at this tennis retailer to help you decide if you want to send your business their way. A Brief Overview of Do It Tennis Do It Tennis Read more
In racquetball, goggles serve the valuable function of providing an extra layer of security that can boost confidence and help you feel safer. The best racquetball goggles are comfortable, secure, and (one can hope anyway) at least reasonably stylish. In this article, we look at six of the best options on the market to see Read more