Great! Didn’t know that this even existed!!! Such a great tool!!! I’m starting my tennis coaching career… and you and your videos help me a lot… Keep them coming!!! And here is a question for you (maybe even worth a video if you know a lot about this or have this problem) I wear glasses as you do… do you have any tips for glasses when competing? Do you use different ones? When coaching is all right, but they move a bit when competing. I hate contact lenses :) Keep up the great job you are doing!!!
Have you tried getting temple pieces with curved, rounded ends? Search on glasses with round cable temples. The curved ends can be adjusted to hold glasses closely to your head so they don't move as much and they won't slip or fall off. OR, you can buy an elastic strap that attaches the glasses to your head. Each temple fits into one end of the elastic strap, and then you use the strap to hold the glasses against your head so they don't slip. There are also products that provide a coating to the glass lens so that it won't fog up with your sweat. Why do you hate contact lenses? I found them always a bit painful, but I'm super sensitive. One problem is if they fall out. It's horrible searching for them. I bet they would get scratched on clay. And if dust (clay!) or a particle in the air gets into the eye--you have to remove them and reinsert. I would probably have to default!
The tennis pointer changed my life! I have amblyopia which is a condition where one eye fails to develop central vision. As a result I lack central vision in my right eye and lack 3D vision. Because I'm near sighted and learned to read at age 4, I approach the world as if it's a book that I'm reading. I try to focus very narrowly and sharply and move my eye in very small short ways. If I start to make larger movements, I get extremely dizzy. As a result I can almost never easily "find" any moving object. People say "Look at the squirrel" Even if the squirrel is still, I almost never can sweep my eyes to scan the landscape to notice the squirrel, the ball, whatever. Instead, when playing tennis I wait until the ball bounces which then enables me to guess where the ball will travel after the bounce. I sweep my racquet toward this path and usually end up connecting in that way. But the tennis pointer helped me completely change the way I use my eyes. I learned to really look at the ball. I also learned NOT to sharply focus on the ball, but to use a soft focus. That way I wouldn't get dizzy. This ability to "sweep" or quickly move my vision was revolutionary to me. It helped me everywhere. Not just on the tennis court. Who knew eyes could be used for things other than reading? I now don't really care much if the tennis pointer helps me improve my tennis game. It has helped me enjoy my eyes and their abilities which is wonderful. NOTE: One of my tennis coaches tried the tennis pointer for the first time. He told me that he is unable to focus on the ball--but just figures out how to hit from the weight of the pointer and its feel. I do note over time that my body is becoming one with the pointer and I no longer need to track the ball so closely. It's as if I know how long the pointer is so I don't have to rely only on my eyes. For example, now I can pick up balls lying on the ground using the pointer. Before, I would completely miss the ball since I expected the pointer to be as long as a regular tennis racquet. Since I lack 3D vision, I couldn't figure out that I was going to miss the ball.
Great video, thanks! I can see where this tool can help in a number of ways (warm up, volley, etc) , but I would really hesitate to use it on groundstrokes from the baseline. It took me a long time to develop decent topspin on both sides, and aggressive slice on the backhand, and I wouldn't want this tool to change that. You did address this point in the video by saying it was desirable to have a flatter ball - well, that's at least debatable. It would be great if there was some sort of removable sleeve for the tool that would provide friction on the hitting surface - fake strings, as it were - so that I could reap the benefits without changing my stroke.
Thanks for watching John! You make some great points! If topspin is something you’re wanting to develop/maintain them this is definitely not something that is going to help that. The real benefits are for your timing and hitting cleaner strokes! Your idea about adding some kind of texture to the surface to increase friction is an interesting one!
they do also have a version that is similar to this but a literal racket, with strings that could help with what you’re looking for! it is more expensive though :)
At first thanks for this amazing video i have a question : how long time to train 9 years boy with tennis pointer in every time & if it has side effects to the muscles ?
Hi! The pointer should be used for a couple of minutes to increase focus and improve timing… the newer version (Saber) is much better and they’re even bringing out a lighter version for juniors soon!
@@TheTennisMentor Sorry. I meant the concept. For sure this tool is designed for tennis, but do you think that this training concept could be transfer to padel sport?
We've been selling them for just under 2 years and we have no complaints about long term use issues. We use great wood and apply a special treatment process that helps with long term outdoor use.
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Thanks for this Ashley, so many people look for ways to use the pointer and this is perfect
You’re welcome… it’s one of my most used coaching aids!
Great! Didn’t know that this even existed!!! Such a great tool!!! I’m starting my tennis coaching career… and you and your videos help me a lot… Keep them coming!!! And here is a question for you (maybe even worth a video if you know a lot about this or have this problem) I wear glasses as you do… do you have any tips for glasses when competing? Do you use different ones? When coaching is all right, but they move a bit when competing. I hate contact lenses :) Keep up the great job you are doing!!!
Have you tried getting temple pieces with curved, rounded ends? Search on glasses with round cable temples. The curved ends can be adjusted to hold glasses closely to your head so they don't move as much and they won't slip or fall off. OR, you can buy an elastic strap that attaches the glasses to your head. Each temple fits into one end of the elastic strap, and then you use the strap to hold the glasses against your head so they don't slip.
There are also products that provide a coating to the glass lens so that it won't fog up with your sweat.
Why do you hate contact lenses? I found them always a bit painful, but I'm super sensitive. One problem is if they fall out. It's horrible searching for them. I bet they would get scratched on clay. And if dust (clay!) or a particle in the air gets into the eye--you have to remove them and reinsert. I would probably have to default!
I like your advices I m using for those reasons mentioned ahead by you
The tennis pointer changed my life! I have amblyopia which is a condition where one eye fails to develop central vision. As a result I lack central vision in my right eye and lack 3D vision. Because I'm near sighted and learned to read at age 4, I approach the world as if it's a book that I'm reading. I try to focus very narrowly and sharply and move my eye in very small short ways. If I start to make larger movements, I get extremely dizzy. As a result I can almost never easily "find" any moving object. People say "Look at the squirrel" Even if the squirrel is still, I almost never can sweep my eyes to scan the landscape to notice the squirrel, the ball, whatever. Instead, when playing tennis I wait until the ball bounces which then enables me to guess where the ball will travel after the bounce. I sweep my racquet toward this path and usually end up connecting in that way.
But the tennis pointer helped me completely change the way I use my eyes. I learned to really look at the ball. I also learned NOT to sharply focus on the ball, but to use a soft focus. That way I wouldn't get dizzy. This ability to "sweep" or quickly move my vision was revolutionary to me. It helped me everywhere. Not just on the tennis court. Who knew eyes could be used for things other than reading? I now don't really care much if the tennis pointer helps me improve my tennis game. It has helped me enjoy my eyes and their abilities which is wonderful.
NOTE: One of my tennis coaches tried the tennis pointer for the first time. He told me that he is unable to focus on the ball--but just figures out how to hit from the weight of the pointer and its feel. I do note over time that my body is becoming one with the pointer and I no longer need to track the ball so closely. It's as if I know how long the pointer is so I don't have to rely only on my eyes. For example, now I can pick up balls lying on the ground using the pointer. Before, I would completely miss the ball since I expected the pointer to be as long as a regular tennis racquet. Since I lack 3D vision, I couldn't figure out that I was going to miss the ball.
Thank you for sharing. Have you also tried to train with brock string, pencil pushups etc?
Thanks for your tips! My tennis spoon just arrived today. Can't wait to use it against the ball machine!
Awesome, have fun! It’s not easy (but that’s the point!) Don’t over use it… 5 minutes at a time is good!
How is your experience with spoon?
Wow, really good! I will work on those tips! Thanks! 💪🤴🔜🚀🆙🎯
Good luck!! Thanks for watching 💥🎾
@@TheTennisMentor Thanks and good luck to you as well! 💪🤴🔜🚀🆙🎯
@@TheTennisMentor great about the serve with the tennis pointer! I was really wondering if it was a good way to use it. :)
Great video, thanks! I can see where this tool can help in a number of ways (warm up, volley, etc) , but I would really hesitate to use it on groundstrokes from the baseline. It took me a long time to develop decent topspin on both sides, and aggressive slice on the backhand, and I wouldn't want this tool to change that. You did address this point in the video by saying it was desirable to have a flatter ball - well, that's at least debatable. It would be great if there was some sort of removable sleeve for the tool that would provide friction on the hitting surface - fake strings, as it were - so that I could reap the benefits without changing my stroke.
Thanks for watching John! You make some great points! If topspin is something you’re wanting to develop/maintain them this is definitely not something that is going to help that. The real benefits are for your timing and hitting cleaner strokes! Your idea about adding some kind of texture to the surface to increase friction is an interesting one!
they do also have a version that is similar to this but a literal racket, with strings that could help with what you’re looking for! it is more expensive though :)
At first thanks for this amazing video
i have a question : how long time to train 9 years boy with tennis pointer in every time & if it has side effects to the muscles ?
Hi! The pointer should be used for a couple of minutes to increase focus and improve timing… the newer version (Saber) is much better and they’re even bringing out a lighter version for juniors soon!
it could be use also for padel?
I mean, you could… but to no real benefit as it’s length is designed around the sweetspot of a tennis racket.
@@TheTennisMentor Sorry. I meant the concept. For sure this tool is designed for tennis, but do you think that this training concept could be transfer to padel sport?
just wondering where can buy it
Www.functionaltennis.com
thank you
I cut out my own, rounded and wrapped the handle, cut it to size so that it is ideal for my son's racket size, it works just as well.
Great product but im not sure about its durability
I’ve used it a lot for about 1 year and had no problems (maybe I’m not hitting it hard enough 😜)
@@TheTennisMentor Nice to hear! The product and concept seem great, I'll definitely look into buying one sometime.
We've been selling them for just under 2 years and we have no complaints about long term use issues. We use great wood and apply a special treatment process that helps with long term outdoor use.
Get an old wooden squash racket and attach a coaster to it.