I’ve decided to blog about my tennis learning experiences so I can trace how pathetic I am (and could still be?) as days pass. I’m not sure if I can actually keep this up considering how often I update.
It’s been about 31 days that I’ve been playing. That is over a span of three months since I only do so at least 3 times a week, 4 if I don’t substitute for somebody. So far, the following are my observations:
~ People say that I have a nice two-handed backhand. I notice that too but lately I’m losing it since I’m trying to improve my homerun-ish forehand. Of course, no one mentions anything about my forehand >_<
~ My forehand is getting flatter but the topspin is still very inconsistent that I still do a homerun or hit the net. One of the coaches there said that it’s because I flick my wrist upon impact when it should just remain in an angle…it’s hard to explain but something like this à ‘<’. I find that hard to do. When I do keep it, the swing hardly has any power; if I put power, I lose the control.
~ Lately, I’ve been killing my racquet frame, it’s frustrating that I don’t hit the sweet spot consistently.
~ Timing is another problem. Sometimes I end up too close or too far from the ball that it kills the proper forehand form.
~ I do appreciate now the skipping and always-on-your-toes stances. I tried slightly jumping while preparing to rally back and it seems to work. I think that helps in the timing. But lately I’m unable to do these all through out.
~ This might be just me but playing when it’s raining seem to make me sweat faster and wear me out more.
~ I started practicing my service and I average at about 50% service in. But since I got sick last week and have stopped practice, my service went back down. What I notice though is that timing and toss is key.
~ I have absolutely no doubles sense. I’ve been in two doubles games (on separate days) and I was so embarrassed to my partners. We lost in both games—6-0 and 6-1. I had one singles game before with a trainer and I lost also with 6-0. I’d rather have that since I don’t have to drag anyone else down.
~ Embarrassing moments always happen to me. As in I bring amusement to those who are waiting for their turn to use the court. I’m so glad that I’ve reached the point of the-hell-do-I-care-what-you-think/say/react. Hey, I’m a noob but I intend to kick ass in six months time. (Oh, dear…self-imposed pressure..dimmit.)
~ In fairness, the morning people I meet always encourage and compliment on my minute improvements. It’s fascinating talking with them. ^_^ I played three straight days this week, immediately after I gained some strength from being sick last week. Now, I’m not sure if this was a good idea since I can feel slight weakness in my knees. @__@
It’s been about 31 days that I’ve been playing. That is over a span of three months since I only do so at least 3 times a week, 4 if I don’t substitute for somebody. So far, the following are my observations:
~ People say that I have a nice two-handed backhand. I notice that too but lately I’m losing it since I’m trying to improve my homerun-ish forehand. Of course, no one mentions anything about my forehand >_<
~ My forehand is getting flatter but the topspin is still very inconsistent that I still do a homerun or hit the net. One of the coaches there said that it’s because I flick my wrist upon impact when it should just remain in an angle…it’s hard to explain but something like this à ‘<’. I find that hard to do. When I do keep it, the swing hardly has any power; if I put power, I lose the control.
~ Lately, I’ve been killing my racquet frame, it’s frustrating that I don’t hit the sweet spot consistently.
~ Timing is another problem. Sometimes I end up too close or too far from the ball that it kills the proper forehand form.
~ I do appreciate now the skipping and always-on-your-toes stances. I tried slightly jumping while preparing to rally back and it seems to work. I think that helps in the timing. But lately I’m unable to do these all through out.
~ This might be just me but playing when it’s raining seem to make me sweat faster and wear me out more.
~ I started practicing my service and I average at about 50% service in. But since I got sick last week and have stopped practice, my service went back down. What I notice though is that timing and toss is key.
~ I have absolutely no doubles sense. I’ve been in two doubles games (on separate days) and I was so embarrassed to my partners. We lost in both games—6-0 and 6-1. I had one singles game before with a trainer and I lost also with 6-0. I’d rather have that since I don’t have to drag anyone else down.
~ Embarrassing moments always happen to me. As in I bring amusement to those who are waiting for their turn to use the court. I’m so glad that I’ve reached the point of the-hell-do-I-care-what-you-think/say/react. Hey, I’m a noob but I intend to kick ass in six months time. (Oh, dear…self-imposed pressure..dimmit.)
~ In fairness, the morning people I meet always encourage and compliment on my minute improvements. It’s fascinating talking with them. ^_^ I played three straight days this week, immediately after I gained some strength from being sick last week. Now, I’m not sure if this was a good idea since I can feel slight weakness in my knees. @__@
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