Tennis Quote of the Day: Courage

"Tennis is far more than a test of strokes, strategy and athleticism. It is also a test of character. You are out there by yourself, and nobody is going to save you if you falter. You must have the courage to absorb whatever mental punishment the game inflicts without flinching . . . courageous players accept their failures without wincing, whining or feeling sorry for themselves. They are prepared to make rational adjustments as needed and move on with a positive attitude. They realize that choking is just part of the game. Like the pros, you must accept it quickly, without drama, and keep chugging along."

Allen Fox, Ph.D., Author, Coach and former Wimbledon Quarterfinalist, from "The Meaning of Courage", Tennis Magazine (July-August 2015), p. 76. 

Tennis Quote of the Day: Tracy Austin on Tennis' Life Lessons

"Tennis is often an all-consuming sport . . . Every so often [we] have to step back and realize that tennis is an amazing teaching tool. The game itself is great, but the life lessons it can impart are far more valuable . . . discipline . . . time management . . . problem-solving and critical thinking . . . independence  . . . self-reliance . . . develop[ing] relationships with others."

-- Tracy Austin, Former World No. 1 and three-time Grand Slam champion from Tennis' Life Lessons, Tennis Magazine (July-August 2015), p. 10. 

Tennis Video of the Day: The skill of self-confidence

Courtesy: TEDx (Apx. 13 mins.) 

Tennis Video of the Day: The smallest of improvements can make a world of difference!

Roland Garros (French Open) 2015 Champions: Stan and Serena Win!

Serena Williams wins! (Video)

Stan Wawrinka wins! (Video) 

Tennis Photo of the Day: Preparation Pays

Tennis Photo of the Day: Mind controls body, body controls the ball!

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