Nick Bollettieri's Tennis Handbook - 2nd Edition [Paperback]

Nick Bollettieri’s Tennis Handbook, Second Edition, is the most comprehensive guide to learning and teaching tennis from the sport’s most successful coach. Nick Bollettieri’s training and development system is recognized around the world. He has developed or coached the game’s elite players, including Andre Agassi, Venus Williams, Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova, Jelena Jankovic, Jim Courier, Boris Becker, Martina Hingis, Marcelo Ríos, Monica Seles, Kei Nishikori, Petra Kvitová, and Sabine Lisicki. Now, Bollettieri provides the same instruction on skills and tactics that has made his IMG Academy a destination for aspiring players from around the world. From serves and returns to volleys and lobs, every shot in the game is covered to give you the most dynamic offensive arsenal. You’ll learn key strategic points that will help you identify your opponents’ tendencies and attack their weaknesses.

Featuring 55 drills for singles and doubles play, the most effective conditioning exercises and programs for all styles of play, and the latest on equipment, technology, and mental training, Nick Bollettieri’s Tennis Handbook offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to train with a true master teacher and apply to your game the system that has helped produce some of the sport’s greatest players. It’s a must-have for dedicated players and coaches alike.

Contents

• Chapter 1 Teaching Philosophy
• Chapter 2 Fundamentals of Athletic Development
• Chapter 3 Forehands
• Chapter 4 Backhands
• Chapter 5 Serves
• Chapter 6 Returns
• Chapter 7 Net Play
• Chapter 8 Specialty Shots
• Chapter 9 Doubles Technique
• Chapter 10 Practice With a Purpose
• Chapter 11 Physical Conditioning
• Chapter 12 Mental Conditioning
• Chapter 13 Game Plans and Match Strategy
• Chapter 14 Rackets, Strings, and Grips
• Chapter 15 Tennis Clubs and Resorts
• Chapter 16 Future of American Tennis

Audiences

The primary audience consists of coaches, instructors, and tennis players—particularly the everyday competitive recreational player. To a much lesser extent, parents of young players will also benefit from this comprehensive resource.