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TENNIS Magazine
October 2004 Issue

October 2004 - TENNIS MagazineReady for His Close-Up
Roger Federer is a once-in-a-generation talent.U.S. tennis fans should do themselves a favorand embrace him while they have the chance.
BY HARVEY ARATON

Mr. Everything
With every shot and strategy at his disposal,Federer is the most complete player inprofessional tennis. Here’s how you can applysome of his variety to your game.
BY CRAIG KARDON

50 Best U.S. Tennis Resorts
There’s more to a tennis vacation than a roomand a court. At the country’s top resorts you’llfind luxurious lodging, great food, state-of-the-artspas, and a truckload of activities. And, ofcourse, all the tennis you can handle.

Great Shots
Sebastien Grosjean’s kick serve

Quick Fix
Try this for low volleys

Practicing With
Tim Henman

Doubles
Where to look when your partner is returning

Drill Seekers
Honing your net coverage

Stratagem
Positioning yourself on the return of serve

Hard to Handle
How to track down a drop shot

Professional Advice
Your questions answered

Clinic
Improve your consistency 

Tip
Advice from TENNIS.com

Gear
These new lightweight shoes will give your game agood first step.
BY JAMES MARTIN AND DR. DAVID G. SHARNOFF, D.P.M.

Health & Fitness
Like other top pros, Maria Sharapovaknows yoga helps calm the mind and keep muscles strong,flexible, and in balance.
BY STEPHEN TIGNOR

The Tennis Life
What’s it like to hit with one of thegreatest tennis players in history? Let’s just say this: What youdon’t know can’t hurt you.
BY JAMES KAPLAN

Court of Appeals
Rules, rules, rules

Plus
Chrissie's Page, Baseline, Scoreboard, Rankings, My Point

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