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Opening the Court: Pattern 9

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Opening the Court:Pattern 9

George Zink

The 9th pattern in George's comprehensive new series is working the corners. Driving the ball deep to the opposite corners will eventually force a short ball to take the other way and attack the open court!

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Pattern 9

George Zink is a master tennis professional with over 25 years of teaching experience. After competing on the ATP Future Tour, George won 9 national championships in singles and doubles, and has coached junior players who have won 5. A former college coach at Franklin and Marshall, George has managed clubs with large teaching staffs and also owned gyms in Pennsylvania and Florida where he exponentially expanded membership. Over the last 15 years, thousands of junior players have attended his GZ Tennis Camps. Based in Bradenton, Florida, George has two children who are currently highly ranked national juniors.

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