 The ten DVD’s listed below have been hand selected from the collection of videos offered by the USPTA. Each 30-minute DVD stars Rick Macci sharing a treasure of knowledge for the teaching pro, coach, or tennis parent. But equally important, players (juniors and adults) love to watch them as well.
The Communicator Award for “Distinction in Cable TV and Sports Program Category” was given to one of Rick’s episode’s entitled, “Becoming a Champion-Part 1” and it is the first of a three-part series. The Communicator Award is an international competition founded by communications professionals to recognize excellence in their field.
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Secrets of Today's Forehand
Is your forehand in check with today's game? Are you loading your weight, developing topspin, choosing the right stance or maximizing your power through the kinetic chain? In this episode, you'll learn the 18 elements that make up today's forehand. USPTA Master Professional Rick Macci, with years of experience training some of the most successful players, will share his secrets of this shot that will help you discover a new and improved forehand. Don't let the game pass you by. Improve your forehand with this must - see episode of "On Court with USPTA."
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Blueprint for Junior Success
Developing solid techniques that lasts a lifetime is easier for most players when they have learned tennis at a younger age. Building the correct foundation, developing good footwork skills and having a good attitude are all part of a junior’s success. Whether you’re a coach or a parent who has a child starting out, this DVD is for you. This DVD looks at the junior competitive ladder and the USTA’s progressive development phases and USPTA’s general performance components. It features USPTA Mater Professional Rick Macci, who shares some of his experiences coaching juniors.
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The Modern Backhand
Every player needs a good coach. Jennifer Capriati, Andy Roddick, and the Williams sisters all benefited from the tutelage of Rick Macci, and now you can, too. Rick will take you through the modern backhand and discuss how it has changed through the years to fit into the faster, more powerful game of today’s tennis. This DVD has only a quick blurb on the one-handed slice backhand and more emphasis on the two-handed backhand. Neutral stance or defensive, two handed, topspin, or one handed slice, this DVD will take you through the backhand shot from load to explode and everything in between.
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Developing Young Players
What’s the best way to teach your son or daughter tennis? At what age can a child start learning tennis? Is there a difference in what you should teach a boy and what you should teach a girl? What is the most important aspect of a developing tennis player’s game? Rick Macci, chilhood coach of Jennifer Capriati, Andy Roddick and the Williams sisters, will address these questions and more. Coaches, parents and young athletes alike will benefit from this instructional DVD and learn what it take to develop young players.
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Playing Smarter Tennis
In certain sports it is said that winning is 10 percent physical and 90 percent mental. Tennis is one of those sports. If you are the most accurate tennis player in the world, but you don’t know where to hit the ball, you aren’t going to win many matches. USPTA Master Professional Rick Macci, former coach of Roddick, Capriati and the Williams sisters, know where to hit the ball. In this exciting instructional DVD, Rick will share what he likes to call “ the percentage card” – 12 of his favorite strategy tips to help you play smarter tennis.
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Rock-Solid Volley Game
Mastering the volley is a must for every tennis player. In this DVD, guest instructor and USPTA Master Professional Rick Macci will help you to develop solid fundamentals at the net through a series of informative drills and practice techniques. From footwork to backswing to grips, this captivating episode of “On Court with USPTA” will give you everything you need to gain that competitive edge over your next opponent!
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The Aggressive Swing Volley
Adding a powerful swing volley to your tennis bag of tricks can take time away from your opponent and help you close out the point. In this exciting new installment of the “On court with USPTA” series, guest instructor and USPTA Master Professional Rick Macci shows you how to put your opponent on the defensive by incorporating this aggressive shot into your game. With tips that can be used by players of all levels, this episode of “On Court with USPTA” will have you hitting the swing volley like a pro!
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Becoming a Champion Pt. 1
Rick Macci has helped develop some of the best players in today’s game. Sisters, Venus and Serena Willaims, Jennifer Capriati, and Andy Roddick, just to name a few, have all benefited from Rick’s techniques. In Part 1 of “Becoming a Champion”, this USPTA Professional addresses the approach shot and volley.
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Becoming a Champion Pt. 2
This second part of a three-part series, “Becoming a champion-Improving Footwork”, addresses how a player can most efficiently move himself around the court to execute his best shots. USPTA Professional Rick Macci, renowned player developer, takes us through a series of drills and instruction, and demonstrates the techniques that helped him develop some of today’s top players. All levels of players can benefit from the footwork exercises and instruction. Also included in the show are tips on dynamic balance and change of direction. Enjoy this DVD on how you can position yourself on the court for the ultimate performance.
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Becoming a Champion Pt. 3
The third part of a three-part series, “Becoming a Champion – Serve, Overhead and Dropshot”, takes a comprehensive look at these critical shots that are essential in every successful player’s arsenal. USPTA Professional Rick Macci, renowned player developer, takes us through a series of drills and instructions and demonstrates the techniques that helped him develop some of today’s top players. All levels of players can benefit from the exercises and instruction as the serve, overhead dropshot are broken down into easily understood and practical segments. Enjoy this DVD on how to use these shots for the ultimate performance.
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