Singles Strategy for the Modern Game: Linear vs. Angular (Video) (VHS)

This video features John Officer, US Naval Academy Head Tennis Coach ITA Region I Coach of the Year 1991, 1999 1991 USPTA National College Coach of the Year. This video takes the strokes of the modern game, detailed in the Developing Superior Stroke Mechanics series, and demonstrates how to integrate these strokes into an effective strategy. The advantages of both the linear and the angular styles are discussed and Officer identifies prominent players in the professional game that exemplify the linear or angular styles. Officer breaks down both styles of play to show the characteristics and advantages and/or disadvantages of hitting with either the linear or angular style and also shares the physical characteristics that are more prone to either style. This video will help take the consistent player to the next level! 38 minutes. 2002. ISBN 1-56404-823-3. Also available in the Strategic Tennis Series: The Use of the Hands: Playing More Effective Tennis