How to Pick a Tennis Racquet

Picking a tennis racquet can make or break your game. If you are a beginner, the right racquet can have you enjoying the game faster than you expected. Racquets are chosen for a variety of reasons to accomplish different things for each level of player.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Determine your level. If you've never had a lesson or class, you are a beginner even if you've played quite a bit.

2. Determine what you want the racquet to do. Improvement is for the beginner or hobby player. Tweener is a combination for certain levels of competition and player racquets are for the pro or semi-pro.

3. Select a head size within your category. A larger head provides more power and a larger target surface.

4. Choose a length. Longer racquets provide more power and a longer reach. They are also more lightweight.

5. Pick weight and frame stiffness. Light racquets are more maneuverable and heavy racquets impart more power. Stiffer racquets also provide more power than flexible racquets.

6. Consider grip size and comfort. The right grip gives more control and a good grip system will not affect the overall weight of the racquet.

Tips & Warnings

• Work with the salesman at a sporting goods store to get your questions answered before purchasing any racquet.
• Picking the right racquet is the most important step for improving your tennis game. Don't just go for a good deal if you want to be a better player.

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