Maren Mielke’s Experience with Tenicity’s Stroke Technique Analysis & Coaching Program with Harsh Mankad
Maren Mielke, is a rising junior at Hudson High School (Wisconsin). She plays singles for Hudson High School’s Girls Varsity Tennis Team. Maren has been training in the Tenicity programs for over a year. She recently completed Tenicity’s Stroke Technique Analysis and Coaching Program, with Harsh Mankad. Maren found this specialized program to be extremely helpful to improve her stroke technique fundamentals through specific coaching, visual feedback, and a detailed report.
Q&A With Maren:
Before starting the stroke technique analysis program with Harsh Mankad, what were you looking to get from this? What did you want to improve on?
I wanted to improve on my tennis fundamentals. Getting one-on-one support was important to me, especially when wanting to improve my serve and net game.
What do you enjoy about tennis?
I like the people. I like that it is a sport I can continue playing after high school, when I am older too.
What coaching tip has helped you improve your game the most?
Working on my mental game has helped me improve a lot. I like how the mental side of tennis is a key focus with Coach Harsh, in addition to the tennis fundamentals.
From the many stroke technique analyses Tenicity provides in this specialized program, which was the most helpful from a player perspective? Which was the most helpful from a parent perspective?
Maren: The video analysis was the most helpful to view the side-by-side comparisons, when visualizing what exactly I need to change and improve on.
Lisa (Player’s Mother): I agree with Maren. Watching the videos and seeing yourself in the moment gives a good visualization of specific improvements to make.
What was your favorite part of this personalized program?
I really liked watching the videos back and doing the side-by-side comparisons with Coach Harsh. This documentation helped me see my improvements and progress over a longer period of time.
How has Tenicity impacted your tennis journey?
Tenicity has helped me relearn my groundstrokes and fix my grips, while improving my overall tennis game.
What is your favorite tennis stroke and why?
My forehand because I enjoy hitting it crosscourt or down the line.
Who is your favorite tennis player?
Serena Williams
What would you like to share with other youth players who are interested in Tenicity’s Stroke Technique Analysis & Coaching program?
It is a great start to relearn all the basics and to make sure you feel comfortable with them, while providing an opportunity to grow and advance your entire game.
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