High Tech Tennis [Paperback]

Jack L. Groppel (Author), Vic Braden (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1992

Jack Groppel is chairman of the United States Tennis Association's National Sport Science Committee. In this revised and expanded edition he shows players of all levels how to apply the same scientific principles used on the court by all of the great players, regardless of their styles of execution. The book is easy to read, fully illustrated and includes instructional cues that highlight the concepts presented for quick reference during practice. It covers stroke production, footwork, serving, ball spin, volleying, mental fitness, and much more.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Using research based on kinetics, a branch of science that studies the effects of force upon the motion of a material body, this title seeks to help advanced tennis players improve their game. Chapters on footwork, backhand, ball spin, volleys, serve, and overhead include both short practical drills and technical explanations of why a particular movement will aid performance. The author also covers the use of sports science concepts to determine the appropriate tennis equipment for individual needs. This second edition (the first was entitled Tennis for Advanced Players, Human Kinetics Pub., 1984) contains two additional chapters, both repetitive. Readers will find an understanding of human body mechanics necessary to best utilize the book. This book is recommended for advanced collections only.
- J. Sara Paulk, Concord P.L., N.H.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 223 pages
• Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers; 2 Rev Sub edition (March 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0880114584
• ISBN-13: 978-0880114585
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #726,355 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for all tennis players and coaches!, July 15, 1998

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This review is from: High Tech Tennis (Paperback)

This book goes into detail on how the game of tennis is actually played. I found the ideas concerning the strokes informative and well researched. Groppel also gives ideas on strategy, surfaces, shoes, rackets which gives the reader a wider perspective. I liked the idea of using: control, consistecy, depth and power when learning the strokes; to build on each element before moving on to the next. I have listened to a lot of former players, tennis coaches; however no one comes near groppel for actually putting it over with a method that works! My game has improved; furthermore the players that I have coached from juniors to adult learners have shown greater progress and enjoyment. He gives ideas on how to acutally hit the open-stance like the best players do; with suggestions on the takeback from beginners to advanced. I do recommend to watch Groppel live! he is a good presenter, sincere, and passionate about this sport; or watch the video that is based on his i! ! deas. It will give the keen learner a true appreciation of the game of tennis. Vic Braden writes the forward in this book I did find it easier to go from Bradens ideas to Groppels who tends to take tennis coaching to the next level. This book will help anyone who will apply its suggestions with there tennis coach. One for the bookshelf!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great technical tennis book, August 4, 2000

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E. Huybrechts "ensh" (Montréal, Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: High Tech Tennis (Paperback)

What I liked very much about this book is that Gropel not only teach you how it works but also why it works. And contrary to many others tennis authors it's not solely based on its feelings or experience, it's also based on scientific studies. It's not really for the beginner though, but intermediate and advanced players (>2.5) will find a lot of useful insights on the tennis technique to move up to the next level. Totally recommended for anyone who is serious about tennis.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Every player from beginner to advanced should read his book, October 8, 1999

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Mark (US) - See all my reviews

This review is from: High Tech Tennis (Paperback)

I've played tennis for over 20 years and I thought I knew everything about tennis. After reading this book, I was able to raise my game to another level.