About This Book
An experienced player makes the case for women's participation in athletics and provides a practical manual of lawn tennis technique and culture, covering skill development, practice routines, stroke mechanics, volleying, service, match tactics, and physical training. The text also addresses equipment, court care, appropriate attire, and the organization and management of clubs and tournaments, combining technical instruction with strategic advice and sporting etiquette. It concludes with personal recollections and accounts of memorable contests, supplemented by photographs and illustrations that demonstrate form and situational play.
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