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Forum: Tennis Travel 06-17-2013, 08:20 AM
Replies: 14
Outter Banks Tennis
Views: 995
Posted By kicker75
I also endorse Pine Island Racquet Club. It's in...

I also endorse Pine Island Racquet Club. It's in Duck, NC. Rick Ostlund is the head pro, and is pretty awesome. I've only been at the start of the season, so not sure how crowded PIRC gets during...
Forum: Adult League & Tournament Talk 06-17-2013, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3
What do the rules say?
Views: 322
Posted By kicker75
What do the rules say?

Recently playing a friendly match and hit a high bouncing lob over my opponents head. It bounces once, then hits the branch of a tree which extends into the backcourt. Ball hits branch, then my...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 03-10-2013, 10:32 AM
Replies: 82
Poll: Would you rather a teaching pro go all out, or go easy on you?
Views: 3,279
Posted By kicker75
Depends. Most of the time I want them to play...

Depends. Most of the time I want them to play just a touch above my level since that's better for my game, but every once in a while, I want to see what it's like to play a really good player. I'm...
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-26-2013, 10:25 AM
Replies: 20
At what age does your "A" game start to deteriorate?
Views: 998
Posted By kicker75
Thanks for the replies. My question was more...

Thanks for the replies.

My question was more pointed to singles play. But actually, it can be applied to doubles play too.

Of course in reality fitness matters, but say fitness being equal...
Forum: Health & Fitness 02-25-2013, 08:57 PM
Replies: 20
At what age does your "A" game start to deteriorate?
Views: 998
Posted By kicker75
At what age does your "A" game start to deteriorate?

Just curious from others' experience. I know tennis is an ageless sport where you see kids up to seniors playing all the time. However, my question is, at what age do you think your game starts to...
Forum: Other Equipment 11-15-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 1
Wilson Pro Overgrip Sensation any good?
Views: 433
Posted By kicker75
Wilson Pro Overgrip Sensation any good?

Hey,

Has anybody tried these? I am a die-hard user of the regular Wilson Pro Overgrips, and wondering if the thinner version is any good, as I would always prefer better feel. Would like to know...
Forum: Health & Fitness 10-02-2012, 07:46 PM
Replies: 29
taking care of an aging, but active tennis body
Views: 2,699
Posted By kicker75
In addition to what you already mentioned, I...

In addition to what you already mentioned, I notice that the older I get, the more I have to make sure that I am properly hydrated before, during play, and after. Helps recovery I feel.

Also, I...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 04-16-2011, 07:38 PM
Replies: 101
Video: Can you look at my strokes and rate me (NTRP)?
Views: 6,758
Posted By kicker75
Nice strokes.

You have very nice strokes...don't let anyone take that away from you. If you hit in real matches like you do on your video, your goals should be realistic. You have also been blessed with a VERY...
Forum: Racquets 09-22-2009, 03:20 PM
Replies: 2
changing replacement grip - need advice
Views: 384
Posted By kicker75
changing replacement grip - need advice

Just purchased a new Head Youtek Speed and I took the factory grip off, cause I want to change out with a leather grip. with overgrip on top. Anyhow, took the factory grip off and I noticed that...
Forum: General Pro Player Discussion 06-07-2009, 08:08 PM
Replies: 0
What if Fed was attacked?
Views: 310
Posted By kicker75
What if Fed was attacked?

First off, thank goodness that nothing happened to Fed when that idiot came out onto the court and touched him. Kudos to Pascal Maria for stepping up, and what an embarrassment to RG security...
Forum: Tennis Travel 07-10-2007, 12:20 PM
Replies: 7
New York
Views: 558
Posted By kicker75
Best prop shops & racquet clubs in NYC

In my opinion:

pro shops:
-RPNY - excellent for custom stringing
-Mason's Tennis Mart - knowledgeable, but expensive

-******* is ok...they have good prices and good selection, but they aren't the...
Forum: Strings 06-05-2007, 08:56 AM
Replies: 3
16X19 vs 18X20 string patterns
Views: 578
Posted By kicker75
16X19 vs 18X20 string patterns

Is there really a significant difference in spin production due to open (16X19) and closed (18X20) stringing patterns? I have hit with the same model racquets with different string patterns, and...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 11-13-2006, 12:34 PM
Replies: 9
hmm...wat causes blisters
Views: 560
Posted By kicker75
I get blisters in the same area, but only if I've...

I get blisters in the same area, but only if I've been playing for a long time after not playing for a while. It particularly is affected when serving. I use a continental for 1st serves and an...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 11-13-2006, 12:18 PM
Replies: 11
Advice on my serve and backhand... videos!!
Views: 922
Posted By kicker75
I think Five-0 gave you a good and fair...

I think Five-0 gave you a good and fair assessment. Your upper body mechanics are excellent, and your footwork, though not bad by any means, could use some improvements. You could drive more "up...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 11-13-2006, 11:58 AM
Replies: 6
Arm position during slice
Views: 392
Posted By kicker75
backhand slice... ball slightly in front of me,...

backhand slice... ball slightly in front of me, and my arm is at an ever so slight bend and locked.
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 11-13-2006, 11:56 AM
Replies: 29
Are you a 4.0 if you can beat a solid pusher consistently?
Views: 1,582
Posted By kicker75
I don't know. In my opinion, a solid 4.0 player...

I don't know. In my opinion, a solid 4.0 player should be able to defeat a pusher any day of the week. However, my definition would say that any pusher who can beat a true 4.0 and up is a...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 11-13-2006, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Serving Choke...
Views: 570
Posted By kicker75
Keep playing matches. I think simulating service...

Keep playing matches. I think simulating service games is good advice, but nothing substitutes for the real thing as far as the mental aspect is concerned.
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 11-13-2006, 11:44 AM
Replies: 8
To bend or not to bend?
Views: 659
Posted By kicker75
Ideally, you should have a slight elbow bend in...

Ideally, you should have a slight elbow bend in all your swings (including volleys). However, you should not be bending your elbow at the point of contact, meaning once you make the slight bend...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 11-13-2006, 11:31 AM
Replies: 26
Kick Serve video
Views: 4,675
Posted By kicker75
Nice kick serve. Mechanics are good and the...

Nice kick serve. Mechanics are good and the action on the ball is good. Your ball toss is well disguised as well. Yes, I agree, 3.0s don't have kick serves like that...let alone kick serves at...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 11-13-2006, 11:20 AM
Replies: 13
2H BH lack of power
Views: 685
Posted By kicker75
Swing faster. If you feel your stroke is...

Swing faster. If you feel your stroke is technically sound, increasing your swing/racquethead speed will add in all aspects of your shot. You'll generate more speed, so you'll hit the ball harder -...
Forum: General Pro Player Discussion 07-18-2006, 10:50 AM
Replies: 15
Information about the day to day of a pro
Views: 712
Posted By kicker75
Have read many of the blogs, interviews,...

Have read many of the blogs, interviews, documentaries, behind the scenes. Would like to get more of the info that maybe is not readily revealed.
Forum: General Pro Player Discussion 07-18-2006, 10:37 AM
Replies: 15
Information about the day to day of a pro
Views: 712
Posted By kicker75
Information about the day to day of a pro

I'm currently working on a novel about pro tennis, and I was looking for anyone with strong insight on the day to day lives of a pro player (from #1 in the world to #50). Examples of info I'm...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 07-14-2006, 08:24 AM
Replies: 93
What Tips Helped You The Most?
Views: 4,125
Posted By kicker75
figure out why you want to play the game. often...

figure out why you want to play the game.

often you'll ask someone this question, and they really don't know or give you some ambiguous answer. If you know, you can set goals, and truly improve...
Forum: Tennis Tips/Instruction 07-14-2006, 08:16 AM
Replies: 27
Do all of you have a flat serve?
Views: 1,120
Posted By kicker75
Depends on what your goals are. You'll serve...

Depends on what your goals are. You'll serve really well with a decent spinning serve under the 4.0 level. Once you get above that, most players can attack a spin serve that's not travelling fast,...
Forum: Health & Fitness 07-13-2006, 01:15 PM
Replies: 12
stomach and abs muscle
Views: 814
Posted By kicker75
this is good advice. I do HIIT...works well and...

this is good advice. I do HIIT...works well and keeps one from "plateauing"
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