Equipment Hub

The right equipment can make tennis more enjoyable, more comfortable and, in many cases, help players perform at their best.

Yet for many players and parents, choosing tennis equipment can be confusing. With countless racket models, strings, shoes, grips, bags and accessories available, it’s often difficult to know what matters, what doesn’t, and where to invest your money.

The Game Equipment Hub has been created to provide independent, practical advice on all aspects of tennis equipment. Whether you’re purchasing your first racket, selecting equipment for a developing junior, upgrading your strings, choosing tennis shoes, or comparing the latest technology, our goal is to help you make informed decisions.

Because great equipment won’t replace good coaching and hard work—but the right equipment can make the journey a whole lot easier.

  • Why Tennis Shoes Matter More Than You Think

  • Choosing the Right Tennis Racquet

  • What Tennis Grip Size Should I Use?

  • Tennis Grips Explained

  • What’s Inside a Tennis Ball?

  • Why Are Tennis Balls Yellow?

  • Why Do the Grand Slams Use Different Tennis Balls?

  • What Weight Tennis Racquet Should I Use?

  • How to Avoid Tennis Elbow

  • Tennis Strings Explained

  • Choosing the Right Tennis Racquet