React Faster at the Net + Meet the Smartest Ball Machine in Tennis

👀 WHO TO FOLLOW

♟️ Not sure when to use the two-back formation in doubles? This smart tactic gives your stronger net player a chance to take control—@thetennistribe shows how the pros use it to set up the perfect point.

🎤 @patrick.mcenroe sits down with Aussie legend Pat Rafter to swap stories of grit, unforgettable matches, and what it really means to earn a spot in the @tennishallofame.

📸 A frame-by-frame breakdown from @coach_glider_tennis shows how @arynasabalenka explodes from ready position to fully loaded on her outside leg—speed, power, and perfect prep in one smooth move.

📺 WHAT TO WATCH

3 Fast-Action Tips to React Quicker at the Net

Want to feel rock-solid at the net and stop getting caught off guard? This video drops three essential tips that’ll have you reacting faster and volleying with confidence.

✅ 1. Perfectly Centered Ready Position

Stay balanced and alert with a ready position that keeps your elbows out and your body centered. This gives you quicker reactions and more control over your volleys.

🕴️ 2. Elbows Out = Stability

Keep those elbows away from your body to maintain a square racket face and minimize flinching or collapsing under pressure.

🕑 3. Time Your Split Step Like a Pro

Here’s the secret sauce: Be in the air as your opponent hits, and land just after contact. That timing syncs your brain and body for lightning-fast reactions.

🎥 Watch the full video, try these tips, and level up your net game today 🚀!

💬 “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”

~ Arthur Ashe

👕 WHAT TO USE

Meet Proton – The Smartest Ball Machine on the Court

Small but mighty, the Proton brings next-gen performance to your tennis game with sleek design, pro-level power, and brainy tech—all in a lightweight 20 lb package.

Why players are obsessed:

• “Addicted.”

• “Blown away.”

• “Best thing I’ve seen in tennis, period.”

📱 Smart simplicity – Tap your screen, pick your shot, and let Proton handle the rest with pinpoint precision.

💨 Fast, fierce, and portable – Shoots up to 70 mph with 3,000 RPM spin and runs 1,000 balls per charge.

⌚ Tech that moves with you – Control it with your phone or even your Apple Watch.

Old-school machines can’t compete—Proton is the future of training. 💡🔥. 🚀✨

💡 FUN FACT

A tennis ball loses about 25% of its bounce after just one hour of play—your balls might be tired before you are. 😮‍💨

🎾 WHERE TO PLAY

Mouratoglou Academy: Where Champions Are Made

Welcome to tennis paradise on the French Riviera — where world-class coaching meets Côte d’Azur glam. The Mouratoglou Academy isn’t just a training center; it’s a full-blown tennis ecosystem with 320+ days of sunshine, 33 courts (both clay and hard), and the kind of elite setup that lures top-tier pros like Coco Gauff, Daniil Medvedev, and Holger Rune to swing by between tournaments.

📍 Just 15 minutes from Nice, this 12-hectare campus is stacked:

• Indoor & outdoor courts

• Athletics track & multi-sport fields

• Fitness center, pools, spa & a 4-star hotel

• Sports med center, Mouratoglou Shop & VIP lounges

Train Like a Pro, Think Like a Champion

What sets Mouratoglou apart isn’t just the scenery—it’s the methodology. Each player is treated like a unique project, with personalized goals, capped court ratios (max 4 players per coach), and a serious focus on confidence-building. It's intense, tailored, and designed to turn passion into performance.

Programs for All Ages (and Ambitions)

Whether you're a junior just getting started or an adult going all in, Mouratoglou offers full-day, half-day, and evening camps all year round. From age 6 to seasoned weekend warriors, there’s a program to fit your goals.

🏆 Pro-level facilities. World-class coaches. And a founder who's been shaping tennis legends for over 25 years.📍🏖️

💡 QUICK TIP

Fortify Your Elbow: Build Resilience Before Pain Strikes

Tennis players ask a lot from their bodies—but few joints take more heat than the elbow. 💪 Caught between the shoulder's power and the wrist's precision, your elbow is on the front line of every forehand, serve, and volley.

This isn’t about treating elbow injuries; it’s about prevention—and how to build strength before discomfort shows up uninvited.

👉 According to the Kovacs Institute Academy, a science-driven leader in elite tennis performance, elbow pain often stems not just from local strain, but from weakness upstream (shoulder) or downstream (wrist). That's why a smart strategy includes full upper-body strength and mobility work.

To get started, incorporate these three targeted exercises into your training at least a few times per week:

🔗 Links to each instructional video below will guide your form and reps.

1. Supination & Pronation with Hammer (Elbow at 90°) – Trains the forearm muscles essential for racquet control.

2. FlexBar Oscillations at 90° – Builds dynamic stability in the elbow joint through controlled resistance.

3. Tubing One-Arm Lateral Raise – Strengthens the shoulder, a key player in elbow support and force transfer.

Train smarter, not just harder—and give your elbow the backup it deserves. Because on the court, resilience isn’t optional—it’s a weapon. 🛡️

🗓️ UPCOMING EVENTS

Montoya Tennis Spring Break Program: April 21 - 27 • High Performance & Junior Academy Learn More / Register

Master Class Clinic: August 14 - 17 • Train with USPTA Elite Professional Pete Freeman and tennis legend Steve Contardi at the iconic Club at Harper’s Point during the Cincinnati Open semi-final weekend. 🎾🔥 With world-class instruction, pro-level facilities, and stories from a man who’s coached everyone from Venus Williams to Kenny Rogers, this is your shot at unforgettable tennis and serious game transformation. Learn More / Register

International Tennis Hall of Fame's 2025 Induction Celebration: August 21 - 24 • Experience tennis greatness up close at the International Tennis Hall of Fame's 2025 Induction Celebration, where exclusive packages offer VIP access to legendary events, courtside seats, luxury hospitality, and a front-row experience to history in Newport, RI. Learn More / Register

Mallorca Tennis Retreat: October 10 - 15 • Mallorca for a one-of-a-kind luxury retreat, where you’ll play tennis, practice yoga, and indulge in a curated Mediterranean experience—all while staying at a 5-star hotel with breathtaking ocean and mountain views. Learn More / Register