Born on the Court

Junior tennis can move quickly. Between weekly practices, tournament schedules, rankings and the constant pursuit of improvement, young players – and their families – can easil...

When people think about developing stronger glutes, two exercises usually come immediately to mind: squats and deadlifts. Both can be valuable exercises. But there is an import...

Strong glutes help support the movement patterns young tennis players rely on every time they accelerate, stop, change direction and transfer force through the body. Here’s what...

The junior tennis mental game can be trained just like technical and physical skills. Learn how young players can build confidence, manage mistakes, handle pressure and develop ...

If your child gets injured playing sport, knowing what to do next can make a big difference. This guide explains when to seek professional help, how to manage recovery and how t...

Recovery is about much more than simply resting after training or competition. In this article, Strength & Conditioning Coach Kieron Vorster explains how planning, nutrition...

Written by Kieron Vorster, Strength & Conditioning Coach at fit8. Strength training is one of the most misunderstood aspects of youth athletic development. Many parents worr...

Written by Kieron Vorster, Strength & Conditioning Coach at fit8. How a child should train changes significantly depending on where they are in their physical development. U...

Written by Kuder Alseneid, Physiotherapist Junior tennis injuries are something I see week in, week out working at fit8 in Wimbledon. Over the past six months, a clear pattern h...

Tournament tennis places unusual demands on junior athletes. Long match days, changing weather conditions, repeated warm-ups, and hours spent waiting between rounds can quickly...

  As junior players transition from casual weekend play to competitive tournament development, their gear requirements change fundamentally. For parents, the challenge lies in d...

In our previous guide to the Best Fabric for Tennis Shirts, we looked at what makes a premium kit. Today, we’re diving deeper into the specific choice every parent faces: Cotto...

At a Glance: What is the Best Fabric for Tennis? The best fabric for tennis shirts is a technical nylon and elastane blend. Nylon is lightweight, durable, and dries quickly, whi...

Mental overload in junior tennis often looks like poor effort or attitude - but it’s usually a sign that a young athlete’s capacity has been exceeded. Knowing when not to push i...

Understanding real progress at ages 8–10 helps parents support confidence, patience, and long-term junior tennis development—without unnecessary pressure. Ages 8 to 10 are among...

Most conversations about junior tennis development focus on coaching, practice time, and mental strength. Apparel rarely comes up. But it should. What a young athlete wears has...

The Roggio junior growth approach is built on a simple truth: young athletes grow through structure. Growth is shaped not only by drills or match play but by the habits, behavio...

Breathability for junior tennis is far more than a comfort feature-it’s a performance engine. Young athletes experience heat, movement, and pressure differently from adults. The...

The most valuable junior tennis apparel insights come from coaches - the people who watch young athletes move, react, adapt, and struggle for hours each week. They see the detai...

Junior tennis match confidence is shaped by far more than strokes and strategy. Match play is where emotions, decisions, and physical demands collide. It’s where routines are te...

Junior tennis movement stability is essential for helping young athletes move confidently, safely, and efficiently. Tennis is a dynamic sport filled with acceleration, rotation,...

Junior tennis training mood plays a critical role in how young athletes learn, focus, and respond to challenges. Juniors do not arrive at training as blank slates. They arrive c...

  Key Fact: How does a child’s physiology affect their tennis? A child’s physiology differs from adults in two major ways: they have a higher surface-area-to-mass ratio and lowe...

At a Glance: Why is Junior Tennis Progress Not Linear? Junior tennis development follows a non-linear curve due to fluctuations in physical growth, emotional maturity, and "plat...

At a Glance: What should a junior tennis player eat before a match? A junior tennis player should eat a high-carbohydrate, moderate-protein, and low-fat meal 2–3 hours before pl...

A junior tennis routine is not about rigid control or limiting creativity. It is about creating stability that allows growth to happen naturally. In junior tennis, progress is r...

Mental Reset Routines for Junior Tennis That Build Confidence After Tough Points Mental reset routines for junior tennis are one of the most overlooked yet critical skills in yo...