Gilbert’s Golden Rules 1. Have a Plan A player who has a plan is a thinking player. Even a bad plan is better than no plan at all. A bad plan will be recognized and changed by a thinking player. The result will be a better plan. Better plans win matches. This applies to every aspect of your tennis. Have a plan for your mental preparation, stretching, warm-up, and the start of your match. Have a game plan during the match and a routine for assessing your effectiveness during the competition. Know what you’re doing out on the court. 2. Don’t Rush Know what is the best pace or match tempo for you
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