Tipbit #28 - Wannabe

 

I’m sure I’m not the only RFPBA member who wants to improve their game; we all “Wannabe” better.  But, how can we drastically improve our game quickly?  Check out my five-bolded clues!
 

       1. Don’t be afraid to play in games with our higher-level members. If you see
            an opening on one of our priority days and they’re looking for a fourth
            player - - - - - volunteer, don’t be afraid.

 

         2. Last Thursday four of us members went over early to our Glen Park courts
             to avoid the forecasted late afternoon rain and guess who was there (no,
             not Richard G). It was Mike Moorman and Jay Giebel, two of our most
             accomplished players. And guess what they were doing - - drilling from
             midcourt forward to the NVZ line (no person’s land isn’t no person’s land if
             you master it).

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        3. Analyze your own game play and be willing to accept tips for improve-
            ment from our better members. George and I were partners that Thursday
            and  several times he gave me clues on both what stroke I should have
            used and positioning tips. Not only do I appreciate George’s tips, but I also
            get volumes of information by listening to the PPA commentators and
            watching the pros – you can get better by watching and listening. Don't for
           the PPA tournament this week in Orange County, CL.

        4. Be aware of your shot selection. Many of you try to hit speed ups when
            the ball is either too close to the net or too low, or attempt winners down
            the line when the middle is safer. I know that I need to select more drop
            shots and less drives and lobs.

       5. Patience alone can win you lots of games.  Patience and, to take it a step
            further, simply minimizing unforced errors can make a massive impact on
            the quality of your game (regardless of your level). Follow the percentages,
            as most games are won on errors, not winners.

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                                        C' ya on our Glen Park Courts, President Lueck