Tretorn Tennis Balls for Beginners...c'mon...
These balls by Tretorn are designed to be better for beginners to learn the game. The idea is that some people find a real ball to be too hard, fast and difficult to handle.
40% softer and lighter than regular tennis balls, Tretorn Academy tennis balls are designed with a special rubber compound. With a 30% lower bounce than regular tennis ball, these balls are ideal for mini-tennis and half-court learning, and for kids and beginners wanting a look-alike "real" tennis ball. They also offer more reaction time allowing for proper stroke preparation.
They come in 20-pack in 5 tubes; 60-pack in 15 tubes; 60-pack in bucket. This is a good idea if you're using them for teaching.
My opinion about not liking the feel of a "real tennis ball?" Tough. That's tennis. Blaming the equipment is a whimpy way to learn anything difficult. Plus its bad for your game. Learning with a lesser ball will only make the transition more difficult. And if you're looking to be competitive, the majority of people will learn with real balls, so you're at a disadvantage.
Is it OK to have a little kid learn with these? Sure. But older beginners, or "people wanting to play a more casual game of tennis," no way. It only does damage to your game, and truthfully its not tennis without the real gear.
A pack of 20 is $34.95 at Mansion Select
If you want 60 in buckets, add $60; 60 in tubes, add $63
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Posted by Bob Wallace at October 17, 2007 10:48 AM
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