🎾 Tennis De Pon – Episode 11
“5 Common Traits of Players Who Don’t Improve”
Today, let’s talk about something that might hit a little close to home.
You’re putting in the effort… but somehow, you’re not getting better.
Here’s the truth — it’s not about talent.
There are clear patterns.
And today, I’m going to break them down from a coach’s perspective.
First. “Hitting without intention.”
If you’re just rallying without a purpose, you’re not training — you’re just spending time.
Even one simple focus like, “Today I’ll take the ball earlier on my forehand,” can completely change your session.
Second. “Letting mistakes stay vague.”
When you miss, can you explain why?
Most players just say, “I don’t know…” and move on.
But every mistake is a clue.
Late contact? Slow preparation?
Put it into words — and your next shot improves instantly.
Third. “Practice and matches are separate worlds.”
You play well in practice… but fall apart in matches.
That’s normal — because you’re not practicing matches.
Start thinking about:
- Placement
- Patterns
- Score
Just these three will elevate your practice dramatically.
Fourth. “Advice that ends at ‘Got it.’”
You hear your coach and say, “Oh, I see.”
But understanding isn’t enough.
Execution is everything.
The players who improve are the ones who repeat it until they can actually do it.
Fifth. “Blaming the environment.”
“The coach isn’t good.”
“My opponent was too strong.”
“The conditions were bad.”
Maybe.
But the only thing you can control is your own actions.
Real improvement starts the moment you realize that.
If any of this made you pause — don’t worry.
This isn’t about talent.
It’s about approach.
And here’s something important:
Sometimes, it’s not just the player.
Especially with juniors —
a parent’s involvement can make or break development.
In the next episode:
“The hidden truth about improvement — what coaches don’t usually say.”
We’re going deeper.
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