Tennis Life: Player Stories, Insights and Lessons Learned, From Junior to Pro Player to Coach By Ward Snyder
Reviewed by Keith Richardson
New NMTA member Ward Snyder has written a book titled "Tennis Life." Ward interviewed 24 men and women about their individual journeys in this great game, from the Juniors, Coaching, College, and the Pro Tour. He has captured unique and interesting stories from players that most of our members will know, including Harold Solomon, Taylor Dent, Billy Martin, and even yours truly, to name a few! The reader will gain opinions and suggested road maps for up and coming Juniors on whether to attend College or go straight to the Pro Tour from those that have "been there, done that." Also, there is candid advice in each chapter from those that did not attain their dreams in tennis with "what they would do differently " if they could do it all over again. Finally, Ward's interview and Q&A with Junior superstar Noah Johnston is a timely hidden gem from a 14 year old that had just won the Singles and Doubles in The Fila Easter Bowl Championships in Indian Wells, CA, when "Tennis Life" went to press! In summary, I highly recommend " Tennis Life" as an enjoyable and inspirational read for current players, fans of the game, and Coaches!
Keith Richardson
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