Novice Tennis Players?

Question

I'm a beginner and I've come a long- and I mean LOOOOONG way since I started. I was hoping some of you could share your stories with me because I wonder if I am the only person who's struggled this much with the sport. From the start, I couldn't even hit the ball- literally. No matter how many times you'd hit one to me, I would swing completely and not even hit the ball. And I couldn't even swing right because it was impossible for me to get a feel for good form. My forehand and my backhand are beautiful now, but I've still got a looooooong way to go. Anyhow, tennis players out there! I need some inspiration. Share me your stories as a beginner in this sport. I don't know anyone else who has told me they've had a similar experience. :0( Am I the only one who has gone through that much of a hard time hitting a ball and swinging a racket? It wasn't easy for me at all....

Answer 1

just practice

Answer 2

yes i had a similar experiance strting out, when i first started i didnt know what to do at all and i would always  miss, but a couple monnths into i started getting the hang of it, eventually about a year into it i was probably the best one at my club when compared to other people with similar experiance but then suddenly a lot of stuff happened all at once and i took a break only occasionaly hitting with a friend and i compltely lost my backhand. when everything got back to normal i started again and it took me from then to right about now (alomst 2 years) to get my backhand to competitive levels that was basicly the only thing holding me back but now its all good, just beleive in yourself, dont get cocky, and practice

Answer 3

I too have come a long way since I started.  My situation is much different than yours, but starting anything new can really be frustrating and disheartening.  But over time and a lot of hard work, you can achieve things that make you feel really good.  Learning how to play the game is like climbing a mountain.  A natural athlete with good hand eye coordination still starts at the bottom.  They might climb up faster at first, but they too run into obstacles and difficulties.  The higher you go up, the harder it gets. But the most important thing to remember, is to simply have fun, and love the game.  I started very late (28 years old), and got my butt kicked often by my wife.  But I worked hard, played 5-6 times a week for over 3 years, and I am doing much better now.  I just love the sport, and plan to teach my 1 year old daughter the game when she is ready.  I'm proud of you, for hanging in there and working hard to grow your game.  Keep it up!  And remember to have fun!