EnglishFrançaisHello, From my point of view, every player is different and every journey is different… There is no single, ready-made road to follow to reach the very top level.   Some start early, others later Some play a ton of tournaments, others very few Some work really hard from the beginning, others more moderately… (In […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends This is a question that I am often asked: "How many times you train?" ... Some make it a taboo subject, personally it does not bother me to say how I train, on the contrary I find that it is very good to share, it can allow us to have some references to […]

EnglishFrançaisThe ranking of tennis players can vary from country to country due to the various federations, local competitions and points systems. Here is an overview of the ranking systems used in certain countries and their possible equivalences.   Example of classification systems UNITED STATES In the United States, the ranking of tennis players is mainly […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends! Return to a match without having been mentally prepared, is not ideal for approaching this one, we risk undergoing, losing foot and not taking advantage of the match. Establishing a match plan can help you approach each match with confidence and concentration. Note that a "match plan" is not necessarily linked to the […]

EnglishFrançaisUnderstand acceptance in tennis In the world of tennis, the mind plays a role as crucial as physical skills. One of the keys to developing a strong mind is acceptance. This means recognizing that, throughout your tennis journey, you will inevitably make mistakes. These errors should not be perceived as final failures, but rather as […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends Most of the time we use standard pressurized balls to play tennis ... What some of you may ignore is that there are bales without pressure that can be very good to train. Personally I use it regularly, especially with the ball machine. In this article I explain a little bit about the […]

EnglishFrançaisTennis is a sport that requires not only appropriate rackets, but also balls adapted to different levels of play and short surfaces. Here is an exploration of the different types of tennis balls: Purple balls Violet balls are often used for young children who are starting to learn tennis. They are designed to be lighter […]

EnglishFrançais Tennis is a sport that relies as much on strategy as on technique. To improve your game, it's essential to understand and play to your strengths. Here are some tips on how to use your strengths and put your opponent under pressure. Identify your strengths Before you can exploit your strengths, you must first […]

EnglishFrançaisHello friends My father and I are impatient because we will soon receive a new ball machine... and yes, another one ^^ Pong Bot Tennis Ball Machine But this one is not like the others! It is a new generation of ball machine equipped with AI ... it will be able to adapt in real […]

EnglishFrançais Hi ! In a tennis match, certain moments are of particular importance and can significantly influence the outcome of the match, any player must learn to identify and manage these key moments because they can make the difference between victory and defeat. Here are some tips to help you stay serene and concentrated during […]

EnglishFrançaisIn the competitive world of tennis, the comparison, when managed, can have positive aspects and contribute to personal improvement. Among the positive aspects of comparison Source of motivation: observing the successes and techniques of other players can be a source of inspiration and motivation. This can encourage a player to work harder to reach a […]

EnglishFrançais Hello everyone! In September 2022, the FFT launched its ranking reform. This reform has profoundly changed the system by accounting for the points over twelve slippery months: each month, you lose the points you gained the previous year, And you get a ranking per year if you do not compensate by playing and winning […]

EnglishFrançais The Challenges of Tennis Tennis is not only a technical and physical test; it's also a mental challenge. Players must learn to manage pressure, expectations, and often frequent disappointments. Losses are common; they are part of the game... Tennis is one of those sports where you lose more often than you win... defeats should […]

EnglishFrançais After a tennis match, whether he ended in a victory or a defeat, the mental aspect plays a crucial role in the way a player is preparing for his future challenges. This article explores the importance of a good post-match routine to maintain a healthy mental balance and optimize future performance. The importance of […]

EnglishFrançais Tennis is not just a sport played with physical abilities. The mind plays a crucial role in a player's performance, influencing their endurance, concentration, and ability to handle pressure. One of the most effective strategies for strengthening a player's mindset is to celebrate small victories. This approach can transform the playing experience and improve […]

EnglishFrançais When a young tennis player is preparing for a match, it is essential to provide your body with the energy and nutrients necessary to optimize its performance. A well-balanced pre-match meal can make the difference between ordinary performance and exceptional performance. Objectives of the pre-match meal Sustainable energy: Provide a sustainable energy source to […]

EnglishFrançaisTennis is a demanding sport that requires not only physical skills but also mental and emotional balance. For young players and aspiring champions, well-being is a crucial element that can influence their performance and overall development. Physical and Mental Development Physical well-being is essential for preventing injuries and maintaining optimal performance. This includes a balanced […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends I hope you are well and that you had a great summer! The summer holidays ended and we are back on the breach for the new 2024-2025 season with a lot of small and big changes .... and a lot to tell for this September self! Returning school and timetable Change of sporting […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends Here are some (around 100) tennis tournament posters that you can freely download and modify for the needs of your club. I put them in a file in PowerPoint format so that you can easily modify and adapt them to your needs 33 Tennis poster models paper format (A4) 33 Square format tennis […]

EnglishFrançaisHello friends! In tennis we lose more often than what we earn ... also if you can't stand defeat tennis will drive you crazy. But in a match, it's not just the score, there is the game and the objectives that we set are not necessarily score objectives: we can for example focus on our […]

EnglishFrançais Hey everyone, We are naturally proud of our young champion and we want to encourage them—that's only natural! However, it's important to find a balance between encouragement and pressure. While encouraging our child is a good thing, putting too much pressure on their shoulders can turn out to be negative. Therefore, it's important to […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends I share in video a series of small stretch exercises that I practice as often as possible (almost every day). Stretching helps to soften the muscles and help avoid injuries. It is recommended to do it in most sports. When should we be stretching? Some will say that it must be done right […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends I couldn't dream of anything better than finishing my Normandy tour by winning my second tournament. At the Agon-Coutainville Jeune France Tennis Club, I faced Charles in the final of the 11/12 year old table and I won 6/0 6/1 in a match whose score does not reflect the level of play. I […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! As soon as the TCC tournament finished, I moved on to the TCJF (Tennis Club Jeune France) tournament in Agon Countainvile. In the first round of 13-14 year olds I found Camille (Player 30/2 trap because old 30/1 and he plays easy 30)...  At the TCC he had soundly beaten me 6/4 6/0 […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! Very good news ! I won the 11-12 year old tournament at the Coutainville Tennis Club, in the Normandy Tour! My opponent in the Final was "Sasha D", I had already faced him last year and he had beaten me 6/1 7/5, so I had a revenge to take. At the start […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends Yesterday I made my first match in the quarter-finals in the 13/14 year old table at TCC (coutainville) I played Camille ranked 30/2 and... and unfortunately defeated. I played rather well but from the start Camille showed that he was very strong: He played very fair, very strong and regular... even if at […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends So yesterday I resumed competition, the big question was whether following my fall the day before yesterday I was going to be able to serve…. The answer is yes !! 😀👍👍 So I was able to play my match normally, and it was a great match. 🎾🎾 So I played Emmanuel, 23 years […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends Following my fall in a match yesterday (fortunately without a fracture), I resumed training this morning. The good news is that I can play most shots without pain. On the other hand, the service causes elbow pain. In short I can play but I can't serve... It's quite boring but hey it's still […]

EnglishFrançaisYesterday: First match of the tour in Normandy. I play Léon, a good player that my brother faced last year, it promises to be a big match... plus Léon is very nice. 1 /1 .... and 😫... Ouch... I twist my ankle and fall on my elbow.... big pain in my elbow.... I try to […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends That's it, we are in Normandy!! This is the 2nd year where we have organized our little summer tour in this magnificent region of France. The weather there is so much more favorable for playing tennis than in the south of France where at 10 a.m. it is very hot. Right here at […]

EnglishFrançaisHello friends If you live in the Montpellier area and want to see professional players from the WTA Top 200 playing on clay in a magnificent setting, the Grabels ITF is "THE place to be"... With my friend Sacha, and a few friends from the Sommières club we went there and had a great time... […]

EnglishFrançaisHi !! In 2023 there are 12 players thank you in the top 100, I was simply wondering how many of them had been French champions one day: I'm doing some research and see the result here: Ugo Humbert, Adrian Mannarino, Arthur fils Benjamin Bonzi, Gaël Monfils, ---   FRENCH CHAMPIONSHIPS 15/16 years old in 2002 […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends While doing some research on the internet I came across a little nugget! As you certainly know, we use video a lot to analyze matches, points and improve tennis tactics. Often we want to play the video in slow motion and classic software like VLC exetera is not great for that. .... I […]

EnglishFrançaisHi With my father, we have been following Jules Marie's journey since his beginnings with his brother on YouTube before he even embarked on his plan to return to the pro circuit. Already before, Jules and his brother offered videos of the GNGT circuit and it was very inspiring... and for the anecdote Jules Marie […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends It's been about two months since I posted any news on the blog, the reason being that between training, courses, tournaments, and the organization of the club's 50th anniversary, I haven't been poorly occupied. Let me catch up and give you a little summary:   Team match: senior interclub! It's very funny, we […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends Ranking is not a priority, what matters most to me is progressing in my game. But I admit that I was a little itching to move up in ranking: This for a very simple reason: being 30/1 allows me to face players 30/2 - 30/1 - 30 directly in a tournament. .. It's […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! And yes I am not the only tennis player in the family!! My brother Wilhelm also plays and even if he doesn't want to become professional he's still a good player! As proof, he won the TMC NC 30/3 in Sommières leaving only one game in the entire tournament! well done Wilhelm, […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends !! Come on, a sort of ABCdaire, strong words that must be remembered: Acceptance: Accept that you will make mistakes. Don’t be discouraged by them, but see them as learning opportunities. Accept days without: Some days you will not be at your best. Accept it and do your best regardless. Accept the rules […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends ! From time to time with our friends we want to have a little friendly tournament between us... And something that's quite fun is having a little software that allows you to manage your little tournament. We enter the names of the players, we tell the software to draw lots then they build […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends, This week the ATP Open South of France tournament is taking place, it's 20km from my house so obviously we were there!! Cool !! I went to see the qualifiers and it was very nice... I particularly enjoyed Court No. 1 seeing Daniel Ricon vs Lucas Nardi, the proximity with the players was […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends In the world of tennis, the ball machine is a tool that attracts, intrigues... Everyone wants to try hitting with a ball machine.... In my club I am one of the rare players to regularly use a ball machine, we must recognize that it is an investment and that we must really have […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends !! That's it !! Perf is 30/1 this afternoon... It’s about time you tell me lol!! Yes, but hey... to perform at 30/1, you have to meet 30/1 people... and believe it or not, for 1 year I have only met three 30/1: Lois 30/1: Victory this afternoon therefore: 6/2 0/6 7/5 at the […]

EnglishFrançaisHi friends!! It’s January 2024!! and so... Happy New Year!! I realize that it's been a long time since I gave you any news on the progress of my project, so I'm taking advantage of this transition to the new year to give you a little update. So where am I? Well there lol... I […]

EnglishFrançaisHi In this article we are going to talk about money: The question is how much does it cost for a young player to become a tennis professional? How much does it cost ? How do we finance? Conclusion How much does it cost: (An arm and a half lol) For a young player in […]

EnglishFrançaisHi I don't know if you've noticed, but when we're in a bad position in tennis, our opponent often takes advantage of it and fines us... In the exchanges at the back of the course, when you start playing tennis you often tend to put yourself back in the middle, by thinking that we are […]