How to Use Your Off-season

The summer season has concluded for most players unless they are heading to Sectionals or Nationals. There is a 6–8-week window without competitive pressure. This is an ideal time to make either a technical change or add a new tactic to your game. The pros have a similar window in November/December. Both Andre Agassi and Noval Djokovic have made excellent use of this break to be well-prepared for the Australian Open.