I\’ve been fortunate enough to have played on every surface of tennis court during my life, and I appreciate them all. Each of the types of courts has its differences, some of which are good and some of which may work against you as a player.
I\’d like to write about the most popular surface in the world, and that is hard tennis courts. These are commonly used in both outdoor and indoor settings, and the fact that they\’re easier to maintain than any other kind is the reason for this.
What are some of the unique attributes of hard courts, and how should the game be played on them? Here are a few things you\’ll want to keep in mind.
This is a fast type of surface to play on, and this may work for or against you when it comes to playing a match. If you have a big serve, you\’ll thrive here as your serve will skid once it bounces, making it fast and difficult for your opponent to return.
If you prefer to focus on ground strokes and play from the baseline, there\’s not much to be said about whether playing on this material will help or hurt you. It\’s relatively neutral as compared to the other surfaces. Still, anyone who has a good amount of power behind their shots will definitely benefit from the speed that comes with playing on hard surfaces.
With respect to running, things get to be a bit more difficult. Since this is a fast surface, it may be harder to get to each shot and back to the center of the court in time for the next.
If you\’re fast, you should use your speed to your advantage by keeping your opponent on the defensive end of things when you hit running shots. This way, the burden of speed gets passed along to your opponent.
As far as net play goes, some of the best volleyers in the world have had great success on hard courts. This is because of the fact that a serve and volley strategy is a terrific way to take full advantage of this surface.
Keep these elements in mind and you\’ll be well on your way next time you play on one of these courts. Good luck to you!
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