Advancing
Tennis

Helping Competitive and Recreational Players Move Up the USTA Rankings by Winning More Matches.

Is this blog for you?

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If you’re stuck at the 2.5/3.5 level and just can’t seem to move up…this site is for you.
If you picked up tennis “late in life”… this site is for you.
If you are a recreational tennis player ranked somewhere in the 2.5 to 3.5 range and want to win more matches…this site is for you.
If you’re a 4.5 who came in 2nd place in the high school state championships a few years ago… nah, probably not for you.
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Why Advancing Tennis?

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Tactical and strategic advice based on real experiences and practical knowledge playing USTA matches at the 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0 levels.
Real-Life Insights
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Designed specifically for recreational players (2.5 – 3.5) aiming to advance their ranking.
Tailored to YOU
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Our posts are categorized into skill levels to match your level of experience. Pick the one that fits your current level.
Categorized by Skill Level

Featured Articles

Get real-world advice from someone who started at 3.0 and moved up.

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Place over Pace

Winning Point:
Where you hit the ball is far more important than how hard you hit it.

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Understanding the USTA NTRP Rating System

How it works, why it exists, and what actually makes your rating move.

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Player Positioning

Coming Soon!

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Brett & Cathy

Tennis Fans

About Me

Hi there! I’m Brett Snow, author of Advancing Tennis.

I started playing tennis “late in life” when my wife and I became empty-nesters.

We wanted a hobby or sport where we could have fun and get exercise.

So, my journey began…and it may sound much like yours.

Read on…