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How to serve under pressure
It's break point— final set — 4-4 — the culmination of hours, days, even years of practice—and a huge outcome hinges entirely on your...
Tom Seabury
Mar 95 min read


The Power of Communication in Doubles Tennis: What the science says
In the heat of a doubles tennis match, quick decision-making and seamless coordination are key to success. But what separates great...
Tom Seabury
Feb 63 min read


Understanding type 2 errors when coaching tennis
If you read our previous article on Type 1 errors in tennis coaching , you’ll recall it focused on the tendency to falsely attribute...
Tom Seabury
Feb 35 min read


Understanding type 1 errors when coaching tennis
Have you ever introduced a new tennis drill or grip adjustment, witnessed an immediate improvement in a player's performance, and...
Tom Seabury
Jan 204 min read


The impact of in-game decision-making on tennis matches
Tennis is a sport that demands not only physical prowess but also sharp mental agility. While technique, endurance, and strength are...
Tom Seabury
Sep 23, 20244 min read


Heat and fatigue
The Australian Open 2024 is up and running, and it has re-raised the topic of heat. The conditions in Melbourne on the second day's play...
Tom Seabury
Jan 15, 20242 min read


How you train is how you play
Rafael Nadal has announced his return to tennis after once again recovering from injury - cementing his reputation as one of the most...
Tom Seabury
Jan 12, 20242 min read


Why racket abuse persists on the court
Tennis (a sport synonymous with elegance and precision) often witnesses a curious display of frustration – players venting their emotions...
Tom Seabury
Dec 4, 20232 min read


The cognitive skills required in tennis
Tennis, often hailed as a game of physical prowess, is equally a battle of the mind. Behind the powerful serves and elegant volleys lies...
Tom Seabury
Oct 10, 20232 min read


The weight of a final
This weekend marked the end of the final tennis grand slam of the year. Two weeks of elite-level sport was topped off with intense finals...
Tom Seabury
Sep 11, 20232 min read


The psychology of changing court surface in tennis
This week marks the start of the US Open. In the build-up for this competition, players have had to transition from the summer grass...
Tom Seabury
Aug 31, 20232 min read


The evolution of psychology in tennis
Over the past few decades, the field of psychology has undergone a significant evolution within the realm of tennis. What was once...
Tom Seabury
Aug 11, 20232 min read


The pressure of early success
'Sometimes I wish I'd never won the US Open' - Emma Raducanu Many young athletes dream of reaching the pinnacle of their chosen sport,...
Tom Seabury
Jul 10, 20232 min read


Why do tennis players smash their rackets in anger?
As a tennis spectator, it's not uncommon to witness an eruption of frustration on the court, often resulting in a player smashing their...
Tom Seabury
Jun 15, 20232 min read
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