Tennis Beyond Big Shots [Paperback]

Greg Moran (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 15, 2006

Tennis Beyond Big Shots presents a bold back-to-the-future approach. A new game that moves away from power and big shots yet is more lethal to opponents than any booming serve. Greg Moran shows players of all ages and abilities that, with simple and small changes, you can not only maximize your tennis wins and play longer, but also have much more fun doing it.

Editorial Reviews

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Greg Moran shows how you can win many more matches simply by making small changes to your game! -- CLIFF DRYSDALE, ESPN TV Tennis Analyst, Former World Top Ten Player

Greg’s book could be a blueprint for how I’ve approached the game from my junior days through the professional tour. -- MATS WILANDER, World No.1 Pro Player

I wish I had written this myself! A real winner for players of all levels. -- TOM GULLIKSON, Former US Davis Cup Captain and Coach of TOM GULLIKSON, Former US Davis Cup Captain and Coach of Pete Sampras

If you want to win more matches and have a great time doing it, this is the book for you. -- STANLEY MATTHEWS JR., Former Great Britain Davis Cup Star

Tennis Beyond Big Shots is one of the most unique books I've read. A must for every player's library. -- CHRIS EVERT, 18-time Grand Slam Champion

About the Author

Greg Moran brings to this book a wealth of experience spanning decades as a competitive player and much-sought after tennis teaching professional. Award-winning Pro and Director of Tennis at The Four Seasons Racquet Club in Wilton, CT, Greg enthusiastically teaches topranked players, weekend warriors and eager beginners. A prolific contributing writer for leading tennis magazines, he also shares his winning strategies on television. Greg is a member of the Wilson Advisory Staff and a National Speaker for the Cardio Tennis program launched by the US Tennis Association and the Tennis Industry Association.

Product Details

• Paperback: 260 pages
• Publisher: Mansion Grove House; 1 edition (July 15, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932421041
• ISBN-13: 978-1932421040
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,503,662 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #77 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Coaching > Tennis

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Easy Read to Better Tennis, December 4, 2006

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Gaynor Luke (New Canaan, CT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tennis Beyond Big Shots (Paperback)

I love the game and have read many books on the subject. This one excels at giving tangible advice on everything "just folks" need to play and enjoy the game. Tips from strategy to etiquette are clearly explained, easy to remember, and make a difference. Greg is an advocate of playing percentage tennis (knowing when and where to hit your shot, and the smart uses of power and spin). Having followed his advice, I've seen my game advance and I'm comfortable on the court with all levels of players.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Insight from a great coach, August 14, 2006

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William McKinney "Tennis Nut" (Weston, CT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tennis Beyond Big Shots (Paperback)

Imagine being able to sit down with a top coach and have him share with you his years of experience both as a player and a coach. Imagine him telling you what he's observed over the years about working with club players, like you and me, practical things you can do to improve your game.

That's what this book is. It doesn't focus on how to win at Wimbledon. The coach knows you love tennis and want to be the best you can be, and he gives you a wealth of tips and pointers, things you can actually do to ease the way up a notch on your USTA rating.

And he shows you how to enjoy the game more while you're at it.

You will discover ...

Small things you can do to win big
Shots that will raise your game to the next level
When to turn on the power
How to deal with your inner devil
How to handle choking
Your road map to the next level
The two most underrated shots in the game
How you can learn from every match, win or lose
How to innsure peak performance throughout your tennis career

Coach Moran shares with us what to do to play better and to win. It's like a bunch of free lessons from a top coach.

I've tried a number of his recommendations and they really work. I bet they will for you, too.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Win matches and friends with this perceptive book, October 5, 2006

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Everyman - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tennis Beyond Big Shots (Paperback)

"Tennis Beyond Big Shots" provides plenty of topnotch instruction about strokes and strategy that will help you win matches. This 224-page paperback, spiced with pithy quotes, also gives readers superb suggestions about how to win friends and enjoy your tennis, regardless of the outcome.
Its "10 Commandments of Social Tennis" chapter should be posted at every tennis club and center. Especially important is author Greg Moran's commandment to accept your mistakes graciously. "No matter how badly you may be playing or losing, keep a positive attitude and your excuses to yourself. No one's interested, and you'll only sound foolish," he advises.
My other favorite chapters are "Two Shots That Deserve Respect," "Conquering Our Inner Devil," "Three Secrets To Defeat Stinky Feet" (about footwork), and "Being The Best Tennis Parent Ever."
Recreational players, teaching pros and coaches, aspiring juniors, and tennis parents will benefit considerably from studying this well-written and well-analyzed book that covers both the basics and the fine points of tennis.