Smart Tennis: How to Play and Win the Mental Game (Smart Sport Series)

Rating: 4.5/5 Stars
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"The finest book on the mental side of the game he has ever seen ... and I've seen most of them." —Ron Waite, teaching professional and pro tennis photographer

"Smart Tennis is a must for players at all levels-from beginners to Wimbledon champions!

An outstanding book for understanding and improving your mental game." —Vic Braden, tennis telecaster and researcher

"The game with yourself is often tougher than the battle against any opponent.

Smart Tennis shows you how to win the inner match while having fun along the way." —Lindsay Davenport

"This is an excellent book of psychological skills that can be immediately applied on the tennis court." —E.

Paul Roetert, Ph.D., Administration of Sports Science, United States Tennis Association

"John offered a practical approach in developing our player's mental skills which are required in today's competitive collegiate game.

His expert knowledge of the game enabled him to not only relate well with the team, buthe provided insight and simple solutions for building mental toughness." —Cari Groce, head coach, tennis, Washington State University

"Today's competitive tennis players are always looking for an edge.

In John's book he provides this edge through examining the many psychological aspects of competition at all levels.

He articulately offers insight andsimple solutions for building mental toughness." —Cari Groce, head coach, tennis, Washington State University

"If your goal is to improve your tennis game, or any other sport you play, then this book is a must buy, read, study and use book.

If your goal is to succeed in business then learning and using the techniques in Smart Tennis is also a must" —Bill Foster, president, Foster Consulting Group

"This book belongs on the list of essentials -- with the extra shirts, socks, sweatbands, racquets, shoes and towels -- for the the tennis bag of any serious student of the game." —Lawrence Jeziak, correspondent for Tennis Week

"John Murray has come out with a smartly written book for all levels of players who want to improve both on and off the court.

Be smart...read it" —Desmond Oon, USPTA Master Professional, author of "Can Eastern Wisdom Improve Your Tennis?"

"The new book Smart Tennis is an outstanding book for players and coaches who are trying to play and win the mental game." —TennisPro Magazine

"Smart Tennis gives some excellent advice on the mental side of tennis!

—Ace - Britain's Biggest Tennis Magazine

"John Murray continues to produce cutting edge material on the mental side of the game.

My expectation is that 20 years from now we will all regard John as one of the most influential tennis psychologists in the history of the sport." —Cliff Kurtzman, editor-in-chief, Tennis Server

"Always losing to players you think you should be beating? If so, then you need Smart Tennis to help you develop the mental skills to be a winner!" —Rob Cornell, coaching co-ordinator, Melbourne Park Tennis, home of the Australian Open; ex-regional director for Peter Burwash International

"Although all of the chapters of Smart Tennis are excellent, I especially liked the chapter on confidence." —Charlie Garfinkel, Racket sports columnist; world's former #1 ranked racketball player

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Editorials

	Review
	"If you ever want to use the title of this book to describe how you played your last match, then Smart Tennis is for you." —David Higdon, senior writer, Tennis Magazine "The finest book on the mental side of... read full editorial
	Book Description
	"The game with yourself is often tougher than the battle against any opponent. Smart Tennis shows you how to win the inner match while having fun along the way."--Lindsay Davenport, world's #1 ranked player for 1998Become... read full editorial
	From the Back Cover
	"The game with yourself is often tougher than the battle against any opponent. Smart Tennis shows you how to win the inner match while having fun along the way."-Lindsay Davenport, world's #1 ranked player for 1998 Become... read full editorial

Customer Reviews

	Integrated and On-Target
	(Mt. View, CA) March 26, 1999 - 5.0/5 stars
	Smart Tennis is the best explanation of mind-body factors in sport that I have read. Murray's knowledge of the tennis player's experience is exceptional. He provides a coherent and flexible set of suggestions that fits... read full review
	This is a great book
	(Seattle, WA USA) November 14, 2000 - 5.0/5 stars
	Whether you be a beginner, a recreational player, of any age, or a professional tennis player this is a book people at all levels of ability will want to read. It is a great book for anyone who likes to play tennis. Dr... read full review
	"Learn how to use your mind to excel at tennis."
	(Fort Lee, NJ) March 3, 1999 - 4.0/5 stars
	This is carefully planned, practical and pragmatic guide for tennis players who want to conquer the psychological aspects of the game. Dr. Murray's decision to start the book with a personal evaluation makes great sense... read full review

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