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Meridian Tennis
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Winners Tennis Club
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550 Via de la Valle
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Hello :
We can feel the weather changing, yet we're the fortunate ones with the sun shining while the rest of the country is facing early signs of winter.
All our club leagues are winding down with most of our teams in strong positions in their respective leagues. Well done! The girls' high school season has reached the time for championships, with most of our tournament girls heading into CIF team and individual championships. Congratulations and best of luck in CIF!
See you on the courts! 
 Greetings from MattTennis Strategies (Part 1)
In every sport having a strategy is the basis to winning. The important aspect is... (read more)
Greetings from Joel The Forgotten Slice
One of the most useful shots in tennis is the slice, both forehand and backhand. Unfortunately... (read more)
Greetings from Landon
What is Competition
Your toughest competition is not necessarily your opponent opposite you across the net... (read more)
Greetings from Dean
The Importance of Moving Forward at the Net
Once a player is at the net he or she should move forward in order to win the point... (read more)
 Special Columnist
Dr. Todd Plutchok, DC, CCWP
Guided Muscle Relaxation
Before practicing Progressive Muscle Relaxation, consult with your doctor... (read more)
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We look forward to seeing you on the courts!
Sincerely,
Matt . Dean . Joel . Landon . Steven
Meridian Tennis Group |
New Clinic Schedule
(as of 04/01/11)
Please call to confirm (858.754.1160)
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Mon 8:30-10:00am Adult clinic
Mon 10:00-10:30am Adult mini-clinic *
Wed 6:30-8:00pm Adult workout
Thurs 8:30-10:00am Adult clinic
Fri 8:30-10:00am Adult clinic
* mini-clinics will focus on different
strokes every week
(modified schedule due to tennis leagues)
TBD Beginners clinics
Additional clinics can be added upon request!
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Note: Adult clinics will be theme-based, rotating from week to week with topics such as doubles strategy, mixed doubles clinic,
serve & volley training, etc.)
Minis . Juniors . High School . Tournament
Mon.Wed.Fri 3:30-4:30pm Minis Mon.Wed.Fri 4:30-6:00pm Juniors Tue.Thurs 4:00-5:30pm HS.Tournament Sat 3:00-4:30pm HS.Tournament Sun 10:00-11:00am Minis Additional clinics can be added upon request!
As always, we are available for individual or small group lessons. Please call us to book (858.754.1160)
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 Greetings from Matt
Tennis Strategies (Part 1)
In every sport having a strategy is the basis to winning. The important aspect is applying the right strategy that allows you to execute efficiently and effectively. In many sports it is pretty clear to see the different strategies. For instance, in football the play calling on offense to primarily run the ball is a strategy mainly used to start games. It can be very effective and can use up time helping a team to sustain possession, which in turn helps wear down the defense of the opposition. In basketball pushing the tempo of a game is a strategy to have more opportunity for scoring when you have smaller and more athletic players than your opponent. In soccer working the ball wide to the outside of the field and crossing the ball across the face of the goal is a strategy used if you have a speed and height advantage in the middle over your opponent.
When it comes to individual sports, like tennis or golf, strategy is just as important in achieving success. As you are alone on the court or out on the course, it is essential that you maintain focus on the task at hand. Keeping to a strategy helps guide you through the ups and downs you are going to face out on the court or course. The winner of any tennis or golf match usually is the one who sticks closest to their core strategy and is determined to succeed no matter what happens.
One simple strategy in tennis would be to keep the ball deep on every shot until you have an opportunity to hit a short ball and take more risk. In theory this seems straight-forward but as soon as you miss your shot placement you need to work hard to get back to where you were in the point. By giving your opponent the upper hand in the point you become more defensive, and you're forced into playing the ball higher over the net with topspin, slowing the ball speed down or hitting slice (backspin).
This back and forth interaction and the thought you put into your strategy is what makes playing tennis so exciting. In my next article, I will go into other tennis strategies and how to incorporate them into your game.
Come by and say hi!
Thanks again for all your continued support.
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 Greetings from Joel
The Forgotten Slice
One of the most useful shots in tennis is the slice, both forehand and backhand. Unfortunately, it is also one of the least practiced shots in lessons. This variety of shot is very useful for many reasons. It can be used both as a defensive and offensive shot and can vastly improve a player's game, especially at the club level. The trend of the modern game has gravitated towards heavy topspin and power, even though there is still great value to be gained by the slice. One of the reasons this stroke is so versatile is because it uses the continental grip which is a neutral grip with which you can easily adapt to defensive situations.
If you watch professional tennis and you see a player pulled very wide on the backhand or forehand side, you will often see a defensive slice sent deep to get the player back into the point. The slice is also great in offensive situations, such as a backhand approach where you want to keep the ball low to force your opponent into a difficult pass. Even your return of serve can be improved with a good slice. Watch the way Federer neutralizes the huge first serves of Roddick with a well-placed slice return. Now, I'm not saying that every shot you hit should be slice but developing a good one gives you much more variety and less predictability, and you should see great improvement in your match play.
See you soon, mates!
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Greetings from Landon |
What is Competition?
Your toughest competition is not necessarily your opponent opposite you across the net. Your toughest adversaries are often your conscious thoughts and the questions you ask yourself during a match. For this reason, your conscious thoughts should always be positive, and your questions should always reflect your determination to stay focused and to play within yourself.
Good luck!
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Landon Hilker
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Greetings from Dean
The Importance of Moving Forward at the Net
Once a player is at the net he or she should move forward in order to win the point. Unforced errors will go down and winners will go up. There is more room for error when the ball is hit higher above the net closer to the net opposed to lower over the net further back. In order to hit winning volleys at the net following the ball and moving forward is key. Keeping the arms out in front, racquet head above the wrists and split stepping will also help reaction time. Once closer to the net hitting a more powerful deep shot, shorter angle or drop shot becomes easier.
Look forward to seeing you on the courts!
Dean Hodsman
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Guided Muscle Relaxation
Practicing progressive muscle relaxation
Before practicing Progressive Muscle Relaxation, consult with your doctor if you have a history of muscle spasms, back problems, or other serious injuries that may be aggravated by tensing muscles.
Most progressive muscle relaxation practitioners start at the feet and work their way up to the face. For a sequence of muscle groups to follow, see the box below.
* Loosen your clothing, take off your shoes, and get comfortable (you can lay on top of a foam roller along your spine and make sure to support your head)
* Take a few minutes to relax, breathing in and out in slow, deep breaths from the diaphragm (belly button)
* When you're relaxed and ready to start, shift your attention to your right foot. Take a moment to focus on the way it feels.
* Lay on your back with arms out to your side and palms up, with a slight bend to your knees (or pillow below them)
* Slowly tense the muscles in your right foot, squeezing as tightly as you can. Take a deep breath and Hold for a count of 10.
* Exhale and relax your right foot. Focus on the tension flowing away and the way your foot feels as it becomes limp and loose.
* Stay in this relaxed state for a moment, breathing deeply and slowly.
* When you're ready, shift your attention to your left foot. Follow the same sequence of muscle tension and release.
* Move slowly up through your body, contracting and relaxing the muscle groups as you go.
* It may take some practice at first, but try not to tense muscles other than those intended.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation Sequence.
The most popular sequence runs as follows:
1. Right foot
2. Left foot
3. Right calf
4. Left calf
5. Right thigh
6. Left thigh
7. Hips and buttocks
8. Stomach
9. Chest
10. Back
11. Right arm and hand
12. Left arm and hand
13. Neck and shoulders
14. Face
Stay well, stay strong!
Dr. Todd Plutchok, DC, CCWP
Dr. Plutchok is one of the Sports Rehab Practitioners at The League Sports Rehab & Chiropractic Clinic, specializing in Active Release Techniques (ART) biomechanics, and full sports chiropractic treatment.
Active Release Technique Provider
www.TheSportsAndWellnessDC.com
Twitter: DoctorPlu
Office: (858) 452-3734
Fax: (858) 452-6666
The League Sports Injury Rehab
4510 Executive Dr. Plaza 5
San Diego, CA 92121
www.TheLeagueRehab.com
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