Tennis Tip

Presented by Geoff Young, Camp Director

Tennis Tip: The Importance of Goal Setting Before and During a Match

Nike Tennis Camp Director and Head Men’s Tennis Coach at University of Minnesota, Geoff Young, stresses the importance of goal setting before and during a match:

"I often hear players come off the court and say, "I don't know what happened", or "I felt lost out there".  It can be frustrating feeling like you are absent of a sense of direction when it matters most. Especially if you feel you are working hard to improve your game.  I suggest picking three goals that are to a large degree within your control prior to stepping on the court to compete.  These goals should be chosen by the player because they are essential ingredients to performing at their best.  Throughout the match the player should try to stick to those goals and judge themselves more so on the execution of them rather than on the result of the match.  This will get the player on the right track towards developing their game. "

For more great tips and instruction from Coach Young, check out his Nike Tennis Camp at University of Minnesota.  With three weeks of Overnight and Day Camps for ages 6-18 and all ability levels, there is a camp option for everyone!  

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