Tennis: The Game of Precision and Power, a Physical Education Presentation

TENNIS

The Game of Precision and PowerGRL PWR

WHAT is TENNIS?

• Tennis is an exciting racket sport that you can play as singles or doubles.
• The goal is simple: hit the ball over the net and try to score points by making it hard for your opponent to return!

Tennis Vocabulary

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF TENNIS

• Tennis began in France in the 12th century, evolving into the modern game in England.
• Today, tennis is one of the world's most popular sports, with iconic tournaments like Wimbledon.

The rules of tennis

THE COURT

• The tennis is played on a tennis court (23.77m x 8.23m/10.97m) and it can be played on three kinds of surfaces:
  • clay
  • grass
  • hard court
• Court is divided by a net (1.07 m high at the outer posts and .914 m high in the middle) into two sections, with areas marked for singles and doubles. Each section is further divided by the service line. Between this line and the net is the service box. single sideline doubles sideline service line service box net service box double alley service line baseline

THE EQUIPMENT

• Tennis players require only:
  • a racket: The main tool, used to hit the ball back and forth.
  • a tennis ball: Small, bouncy, usually bright yellow- green.
• Tennis Shoes: Provide grip and support during movement.

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Basic RULES OF TENNIS

• Players hit the ball back and forth across the net. They score points when their opponents hit the ball out of the bounds or against the net or when the ball bounces twice in the opponent's court. scoreboard net

Basic RULES OF TENNIS

• Tennis begins with a serve. The serving player stands behind the baseline. The player must hit the ball diagonally to land it inside his opponent's service area. If the server makes two faults or a net service, their opponent scores a point.
• Players score points when their opponent fails to return the ball in bounds.
• Scoring system: 15, 30, 40, and Game. A match is often best of 3 or 5 sets.

SCORING Basics

• Scoring system: 15, 30, 40, and Game.
  • 15: "Fifteen"
  • 30: "Thirty"
  • 40: "Forty" 15-30, it would be called as "Fifteen-thirty" 30-40, it would be called "Thirty-forty". If it's tied at 40-40, it's called "Deuce"
• A match is often best of 3 or 5 sets.

SCORING Basics Explanation

• Explanation of scoring:
  • "love" (0 points),
  • "deuce" (tied score),
  • and "advantage" (point after deuce).
• A game ends when the server scores his final game point or their opponent the break point.
• A set is usually won by the first player to win six games.
• First to win 6 games with a lead of 2 wins a set. 8000

Why does love mean zero?

** Why does love mean zero? Love, meaning zero (in tennis only), comes from the French expression l'oeuf, meaning the egg, and was used because of an egg's round shape, similar to zero (0).

KEY TECHNIQUES

• Forehand: Powerful shot, using the dominant side of the body.
• Backhand: Uses both hands or one hand; adds variety.
• Serve: Starts each point; can be powerful or precise.
• Volley: Striking the ball mid-air close to the net for a quick point.
• crosscourt: a shot in which the ball is hit diagonally across the court groundstroke: a shot hit from the back court after the ball has bounced; the standard shot in tennis

KEY TECHNIQUES Continued

• let: a shot that must be replayed, such as a serve that touches the net
• lob: a shot that is hit in a high arc, usually over the opponent's head
• rally: a long series of shots
• return: to hit a shot back to the opponent See exercises pages 14-21 Inside sport

TENNIS TOURNAMENTS: GRAND SLAM

French Open

French Open: officially known as the Roland Garros tournament, is one of the four Grand Slam tennis events, held annually in Paris, France. It is the premier clay court tennis championship in the world and typically takes place from late May to early June

US Open

US Open: held annually in New York City, typically in late August and early September. It is the final Grand Slam of the year, and is known for its fast-paced play, night matches, and lively atmosphere. It is the oldest tennis championship in the world. The U.S. Open is played on hard courts .

TENNIS TOURNAMENTS: GRAND SLAM Continued

Australian Open

Australian Open: it is the first major event of the tennis season, typically held in Melbourne, Australia, in January. The Australian Open was first held in 1905 as the Australasian Championships before changing its name in 1969 to the Australian Open. The Australian Open is played on hard courts made from a surface called Plexicushion, which is slightly more cushioned than other hard courts.

Wimbledon

Wimbledon: Wimbledon is the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. Held annually in London, the tournament typically takes place from late June to early July. Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam event still played on grass courts. Grass provides a faster playing surface that leads to shorter points and an emphasis on serve-and-volley play.

TENNIS TOURNAMENTS Beyond Grand Slams

In addition to the four Grand Slam tournaments, there are several other major tennis tournaments that play an important role in the professional tennis calendar. These tournaments vary in prestige, prize money, and points awarded for the ATP and WTA rankings.

• ATP and WTA
• Davis Cup (Men's): The Davis Cup is the premier international team competition for men's tennis. Teams from different countries compete in singles and doubles matches across multiple ties.
• Fed Cup (Women's) / Billie Jean King Cup: The Fed Cup, now renamed the Billie Jean King Cup, is the equivalent of the Davis Cup for women's tennis. Countries compete in teams, and players represent their countries in a series of ties.

TENNIS TOURNAMENTS and Governing Bodies

The IFT (International Tennis Federation) affects player ranking. It adjusts the distribution of ranking points to make the system fairier. The International Tennis Federation (ITF) is the sport's central governing body and plays a critical role in maintaining the structure, rules, and global competition system of tennis. It organizes tournaments, sets the rules, develops players, and promotes the game worldwide, ensuring that tennis continues to grow and remain organized at all levels of competition.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF TENNIS

• Great for cardiovascular fitness, balance, and coordination.
• Boosts focus, quick thinking, and strategic planning.
• Encourages social skills and teamwork when played in doubles.

SAFETY ON THE COURT

• Warm up before matches to prevent injuries.
• Wear proper shoes for stability.
• Stay hydrated and take breaks as needed.

TABLE TENNIS

WHAT IS TABLE TENNIS?

• The game of table tennis began in England as an indoor version of tennis. In the late 1800s, British aristocrats would play "indoor tennis" as a way to enjoy the sport during winter.
• The game quickly became more structured. By 1901, the first known rules were published in England, and around the same time, the game was . . officially given the name "table tennis.'ball

THE EQUIPMENT for Table Tennis

PADDLE Blade 85% wood Smooth Pips-out Pips-in Covering rubber 3.5mm maximum BALL Lightweight plastic material Weight 2.7g 40mm diameter SERVICE Ball must first bounce on the server's side of the table then cross the net to bounce on the opponent's side Service Net width 1.83m racket or paddle Length 2.74m 76cm Diagonal service in doubles ... . . . . . TABLE Table is dark and matt for good ball visibility Width 1.53m Cover options depending on player's style of play and glued minutes before the match for best results

Basic RULES OF TABLE TENNIS

• To begin a rally, first someone must serve. Service begins when the serving player throws the ball into the air. He or she must then hit, hopefully with spin, to the other player, bouncing it once on their own side of the table after contact with the paddle, before it bounces on his or her own side of the net. Then, the other player returns it. When someone fails to return the ball. the opposite person scores a point. Sometimes, ouside circumstances prevent a proper return. In this case the rally is a let and no point is scored.

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