Mental State Wins, Although I Didn't Quite I started playing a 4.0-4.5 singles group; it is primarily for practice, no points won or lost beyond the match score. So, it is not a ladder or league, just few guys filling in time playing similarly skilled players. So, the first question is what the heck am I doing in the group? My game improved enough that the club's perception is I can hang with this group to some degree. Also, they did not meet their participant quota :) Regardless, I am happy to have the chance to play with this tough group, and I had my first match recently. The gentleman was older by at least a decade, but he has been playing for over 20 years and clearly had a better overall game than mine. Strong forehand, a wicked slice backhand with occasional topspins, solid volleys and an effective serve with better than mediocre pace. More importantly he had better court coverage than me. First few games we were testing ourselves and one another. I was r
My Up and Down Relationship With Tennis