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Hi Larry...great job. What I do is make "que phrases" like the following... "watch the ball, stay down, move to the ball, finish, breathe" which stresses the basics. These things don't make the shots...they make the shots BETTER! Keep up the solid work!

Hi Michael. Everybody is good at something. Call me so we can make you much better at success & positive feelings than the failures and discomforts!

Thanks Larry! Good luck in trying some of these! Would like to have feedback on whether they work or not for you...

Depending on the year (and my healthy status), somewhere between 7-12 events a year. Last year I played 12 and next year it will be around 7 probably. All age division tourneys. I try and play singles and doubles in each.

were you taught that, or something you just evolved into?

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining Great question… as a youth I went to a summer camp in Colorado and became enthralled with trees and clouds, especially at altitude. They are so peaceful and calming and beautiful. When I competed in high school I was a bit of a hothead. Thank you John McEnroe. Fortunately I didn’t particularly like the outrage. It wasn’t me. I Grew to really admire Stefan Edberg and ultimately tried to emulate him. I found when I was ready to explode that the trees and clouds calmed me down and helped clear my mind. I really didn’t do it consciously at the time it just kind of evolved. Interesting that you made that point. I still do it to this day…

I am flattered that you want to learn things "old school"! I am sure guys your age don't play anything like what you are attempting. If you ever need help, just email me at MEVTENNIS@hotmail.com Also, I have an email blast send out about every 6-7 weeks with more tips, etc. Email me to get on my list to send out. Thanks

Thanks for asking... I will cover that soon!

Yes, when "unfocusing" you can look at planes "chemtrails" also!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining Yes, more people need to look up at what's going on up there

I purposefully put up this entire match (vs cutting out the in between points) so that everyone could see what top players do in that non-playing time. Since most of a match the ball is not in play, it is important to use that non-playing time to coach yourself... correct any mistake made... plan for the next point... set yourself both mentally and physically to begin that next point. Most tennis pros / coaches don't work on that part (70% of the match time) during your lessons. Watch and learn as we don't have a sideline coach's box telling us what to do every point like the pros do now!

Yeah, sometimes I have to let go. My expectations of myself are high. However, sometimes I have low energy and focus, so getting a bit pissed is a way to get off my ass and force myself to perform at a higher level. Not proud of it, but bottling up emotions for too long will cause total implosion. I don't teach getting mad, but turning that energy into more focus or energy. Good Luck!

My thought on playing with larger frames is this...play with the largest frame you can while only enhancing your game, shots, style. If you can maintain the same touch/feel/control but add 10% more power...why not? When I won the Paris Indoor's in 1981, I played with the Price Woodie 110 sq". Been with a large headed racquet ever since. Mine is the (1999-2001) Wilson Hyper SledgeHammer 2.0 115 racket. Tried many since then, but none better than these! Try different strings also (probably a hybrid of poly and multi...stay with 17 or 18 guage too for a better bite into the ball).

Hope you enjoy and learn from these. If you have any questions on any part of this reach out to me anytime!

Thanks. I decided to put things out there so that all levels of players could benefit. Plan on adding about 3-4 videos / month. Please spread the word amongst your playing buddies to watch the videos!

Sorry, I checked it on my ipad / computer and could hear it fine. My bad...will check it next time prior to posting. Obviously, I am sure you had your playing device volume at full output.

Sound seemed fine. Turn up the volume.

I called the ball out, but with a hesitation as I wanted to make sure my call was correct... and it left a distinct ball mark which I examined. The umpire ruled my call came too late and that on hard courts you aren't allowed to make calls based upon a ball mark. So, he awarded the point to Tammen. I wasn't happy about it, as the ball was out. However, it just pumped me up with more determination for a while afterward!

When you get aggressive, you don't have to do all 5 ways at the same time... I would discourage it as much as possible. However, say you play a conservative "get the ball in play" style from the first game...and start losing by a wider margin as the match progresses. Now, if you change your game from conservative to a more aggressive game (and therefore take on more risks) you don't have the benefit of missing...so you feel more pressure and probably make even more mistakes. BUT... what if you start (first game) to play an aggressive style? If you start winning you are now going to take your opponent out of his/her game. While ahead in score it's like "playing with the house's money"...no pressure to win. If you begin to lose in score, then you can always become more conservative in style to stop those mistakes. TRY IT...you might find its fun to hit the ball like you have always pictured your style would be!

Hi Brad...come see me when you are back in Naples! Stay Great!

Good memory... as I can barely remember back that far!!

Sorry, when I listened to it on my computer and ipad...thought the volume was OK. I will check it prior to posting next time.

Roger...hopefully you saw the added ones... If there is a topic you want me to cover, just ask!

Thanks for viewing and yes, you are correct...John can move!

I saw Vines got hurt and withdrew last week at level 1 nationals at Minnesota. He exerts a ton of energy which may mean more susceptible to sprains. I'm as athletic as Vines but was injured for past few months so 8 completely understand. Likely about 40% of matches end in withdrawal due to injury,etc as cramping and other issues occur much easier to us old guys. I'm 63 in a couple months.

@@RobertMoylan In Minn. I pulled my high hamstring at the butt insertion for the 3rd time in 10 yrs. I've never had cramps on the court in my life. So, as long as stay injury free the chances of me winning are fairly high. I do hit with high efficiency and try not to expend more energy than my opponent... which is a key to winning (especially the longer matches). Hope you are back on the courts soon!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining Thanks 👍 for sharing Mark. You remind me of Rod Laver out there. Great control of the whole mind body thing. I've watched most of all the elite senior tennis players and I find it remarkable to see the continued passion for a beautiful game. I will hopefully be playing the 65 group in 15 months. I struggle with shoulder and hip injuries. Trying to embrace the bad and do more stretching and use copper fit too. Keep up the great work 🥇

Yes! Thank you!

Thank You for watching and learning. Good luck in that M60's tourney. Remember that discipline leads to control...controls leads to confidence! Glad my play brings back good memories too!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining So I competed in my first official USTA tennis tournament today as an old guy. They did not have any age categories. So I had to play to my skill level which is a 4.5. I got a bye in the first round and was able to scout out other 4.5 players that I might have to compete against. I kept asking myself where are the older dudes? Seemed like they were all young studs that hit hard and were in great shape. The guy I had to play this morning was 24, hit hard, fast as a cat, consistent, and a really nice guy. After he wore my ass out after just 3 games I knew I was in trouble. It didn’t take him long to whoop me 6-0 in the first set. I changed my strategy and frankly he lowered his intensity and I almost won the 2nd set but I was drained and couldn’t finish him off. I lost that set 7-5. I was totally drenched from sweating. I mean everything from hat, sweatbands, shirt, shorts, socks, were dripping wet. He barely broke a 😅 sweat. A humbling experience but a learning experience. My next tournament in the fall will have age categories. Clearly I can’t compete at the fitness level of a 20 or 30 year old. Drinking a glass of wine with my humble pie and icing my body now!

@@SummitSeeker546 Great effort and solid attitude toward playing someone so young. You will find that the NTRP system is not altogether fair. A 55 yr. old 4.5 NTRP can't compete vs a 25 yr. old 4.5 player...with very few exceptions. There are tournaments out there that have age divisions and then levels within those age categories. Once you finish your matches (all of them, every time) write down these three things: 1) what you did well 2) what were your weaknesses and 3) if you had to go play him again, what would you do differently? Keep that piece of paper for review later. Keep enough of them and you'll start to see patterns on how you win and lose matches. GOOD LUCK!

Thank you! Cheers!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining You're welcome see you in January again!

yeah, it flies by for sure think about the insane transition in style of the late 80's early 90' s( much more agressive) along w equipment improvements( more powerful racquets); these guys look like they're largely hitting mid-80's style.

Don't know exactly what your question means...but, yes, our rallys aren't like what you see on TV... with 20-30 shots. Typically, the older players get the shorter the rallys become due to several factors. First, we just slow down over time meaning we can't retrieve as fast so we are "late" getting to balls which forces more errors. Mike Tammen typically comes to net ALL the time vs most all players, and is VERY good at net. So, I come to net FIRST to keep him from playing his game. RALLYS are overrated...playing the winning strategy & executing is where the WINS come from! Keeping the ball in play win it for you unless it creates errors. Have fun playing and winning...

No...normal set. 6-1, 6-1. I am working to get the score posted using SwingVision. Thanks!

Thanks for watching! Yes, the wind was significant and hurt his game a bit. I learned in college (SMU) to play in the wind… and enjoy it. So I believe that it actually helps me as the match goes on. Attitude affects everything… not the wind!

Thanks for the kind words. Hope you are still playing😁

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining -oh yeah. Too young for Sea Bright- but back to Philly in August. Good luck

Thanks and play strong / smart in Philly!

Haha! When you get to be 67 sometimes the court does feel angled & sideways! The wind blew my camera a bit too!

My racket is the Wilson Hyper SledgeHammer 115. They were last produced in 2001. So I look for them on EBay now. Can’t find anything else comparable. I use Wilson Revolve 17 & Sensation 17 string at 58 lbs (strung on an old hand crank Ektelon machine). Looks big because I am not tall. I will check Mark’s channel for the SwingVision usage… thanks!

The singles draw had 96 players

Wilson Hyper SledgeHammer 115. String is Wilson Revolve & Sensation 17. String at 58 lbs on hand crank machine (about 51 lbs on electric machine). Hope your elbow is better and you are back playing again 😁

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining Thanks Mark! Yes, I started playing again in July after taking 3 months off. I'm using the Wilson Triad Three (113 si) with Head Velocity 16G @ 55 lbs. I'm pleased to see my racquet, string, and specs are close to yours. Now, if I can start hitting half as well as you I'll be happy! Cheers!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining How fast our you guys serving it on first and second sere?

@@RobertMoylan That depends on the radar/machine that actually takes the reading. Our serves that register 70-75mph on the SwingVision are about 90-95 on REAL radar guns (I've had mine checked this year). Those are 1st serve speeds at the fastest. However, I do throw the 45mph 1st serve too...just to mess with their return of serve timing. 2nd serves will go 45-65mph. I know these #'s seem really slow, but then again all of our shots are much slower from the younger years!

I will continue to grow my video match list as well as my video tips! If there is anything you would like for me to touch upon, let me take a shot of it. I'm old school in my thoughts, but respect the new game of tennis!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining You play really well! More matches is something I would love to watch from you!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining Hi Mark, I’d like to hear a little about equipment. Like what racquets are you and Mike playing with in the match. Also…any training tips for a fellow 65 year old tennis player with a new hip last February?

Very "old school"! When you don't have a two-handed BH...and you teach a lot of lessons, it becomes 2nd nature!

Steffi graf used to discard the second ball behind her if she got the first serve in

Thanks for watching. Yeah, when I watch myself play I am shocked on how "slow" I move, but that's reality as you approach the ending part of your life. Here's some help that I give all my students: 1. have well defined goals 2. create intense focus..."Clarity of Thought & Purpose" 3. receive immediate feedback 4. experience frequent discomfort (be ready & expect mistakes) 5. find yourself expert coaching GOOD LUCK & don't wait to start competing again!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining thx for the response! Is this the only SoCal tournament you play? I live in San Diego and would love to see you play in person. I have a buddy that has a court in his backyard and been playing him every Saturday for almost 30 years. Going to enter a tournament at Balboa Tennis Club in the fall. Reality check time!

Yes, I live in Naples, FL...so California and hard courts I rarely visit. This tournament is always at Barnes Tennis Center the first week in May. To get ready for your tournament, you may want to expand your playing opponent list just a bit! Also, don't just "play"... play with purpose, like play 5 sets but start every game at 30-30 so that you get used to playing "big points"... or play a match but only get one serve attempt...things like that to enhance your game and mind! Good Luck!

@@MarkVines-SeniorTennisTraining good stuff! Thx so much!

Lol! Get in shape. These guys are slow even for their age. I had a professor who at age 70 was much lighter on his feet and faster than these two. He played handball and soccer. Tennis was a secondary sport. I was shocked how quick he was at 70. This when I was 20 and very fast on the court.

I string my racket with a hand-crank machine (Ektelon) at 59lbs. That equates to 52lbs on a modern, electronic machine. I use Wilson 17 Revolve (main strings) and Sensation (cross strings). Typically, I have 3 rackets for tournaments all about 1-2 lbs different so when conditions change I can change rackets vs having to alter my swing/game. Hope this helps!

All solid ball strikers do exactly that. I've been blessed to always do that throughout my career. Probably a huge reason for much success. Good Luck with working on it!

Thanks Mark! Love your game! Total package. You can beat Glen Busby too! Will you play him soon?