Let Players Play Their Way – Break the Textbook Mold

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Justin Sherring

Why strict textbook technique can limit player creativity. Learn why letting juniors explore their own style can produce champions like Kyrgios and Nadal.

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26 videos4hr 21min
Backhand Defense Strategies & Drill | Jack Draper’s Junior Coach
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Backhand Defense Strategies & Drill | Jack Draper’s Junior Coach
What It Takes to Be an Elite Tennis Player
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What It Takes to Be an Elite Tennis Player
Buggy Whip Forehand | Wide Defensive Weapon Explained
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Buggy Whip Forehand | Wide Defensive Weapon Explained
Racket Head Speed: Jack Draper Forehand Drills
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Racket Head Speed: Jack Draper Forehand Drills
Splitting with a Player: The Jack Draper Coaching Transition
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Splitting with a Player: The Jack Draper Coaching Transition
Tennis Is Expensive: Funding the Journey
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Tennis Is Expensive: Funding the Journey
Serve & Forehand Training Structure | Jack Draper’s Coach
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Serve & Forehand Training Structure | Jack Draper’s Coach
High Performance Groundstroke Drill for Power & Intensity
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High Performance Groundstroke Drill for Power & Intensity
ITF Serve Prep: Train for a Loose, Powerful Motion
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ITF Serve Prep: Train for a Loose, Powerful Motion
Justin Sherring’s Advice to Coaches – Build Future Pros
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Justin Sherring’s Advice to Coaches – Build Future Pros
The Rise of Joe Salisbury: From Illness to World No. 1
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The Rise of Joe Salisbury: From Illness to World No. 1
Ad Side Serve Accuracy: Create Intentional Targets and Effects
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Ad Side Serve Accuracy: Create Intentional Targets and Effects
Mental & Racket Warm-Up Routine for Junior Players
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Mental & Racket Warm-Up Routine for Junior Players
Flat Attacking Backhand - as Taught to Jack Draper
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Flat Attacking Backhand - as Taught to Jack Draper
Modern Volley Technique: Efficient Net Movement & Tactical Teaching
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Modern Volley Technique: Efficient Net Movement & Tactical Teaching
Justin Sherring's Brilliant Core Core Coaching Philosophy
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Justin Sherring's Brilliant Core Core Coaching Philosophy
Parental Role in Tennis: Support Without Overstepping
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Parental Role in Tennis: Support Without Overstepping
High Performance Defensive Forehand - Drills and Technique
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High Performance Defensive Forehand - Drills and Technique
Serve Training Volume for Performance Players
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Serve Training Volume for Performance Players
Deep Defensive Backhand: Power Through Proper Loading
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The Art of Coaching Different Personalities
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The Art of Coaching Different Personalities
Return of Serve Technique & Footwork | Jack Draper’s Coach
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Return of Serve Technique & Footwork | Jack Draper’s Coach
ITF Prep: Heavy Ground Strokes & Modern Spin Strategy
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ITF Prep: Heavy Ground Strokes & Modern Spin Strategy
Slice Serve on the Deuce Side: Technique & Targeting Tips
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Slice Serve on the Deuce Side: Technique & Targeting Tips
Obsess Over the Outcome, Not Just Technique in Tennis
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Obsess Over the Outcome, Not Just Technique in Tennis
How to Return a Wide Slice Serve
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How to Return a Wide Slice Serve
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