Anna’s First Tennis Match

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Watch Anna Prepare for Her First Match 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4Tcp4xmatyAoqc

[@YannDXB]

dude I need those tennis kicks !! how is the fit ?

[@hamidswift]

Where is this place

[@ropro9817]

Anna might be a beginner but she has a better 1st serve percentage and foot work than me. 😝

[@talelsmaoui5437]

​😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤😊❤🎉

[@talelsmaoui5437]

❤😢😊

[@yadaroni]

Seeing a beginning level match was extremely useful and helpful to me. Tennis instruction on KZbin is almost exclusively people who already know the game trying to give advice that isn't targeted to the needs of a beginner. Excellent video and content.

[@marilynwhipple8129]

I so agree! I'm a later-in-life semi-beginner, with a racquetball past, trying to learn tennis shot technique. I'm taking lessons, but have searched in vain for videos more appropriate to where I am. Bravo, Anna!!

[@Vestu]

Yeah half of the videos are "learn to hit like Nadal (or some other elite pro player)"

[@huypham3602]

“Anna don’t be sad, I’m not sad !” This is the coach every player needs. You can tell he was wanting his student to get a W and the passion for every point was so evident. Great video! This inspires me to try playing after 20 years break.

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Play 🎾🎾🎾🎾🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@astrozorus]

I’ve just returned playing from a 20 years break and I can only recommend you to do the same thing. Cheers

[@formica.]

It's like riding a bicycle, it comes back, but more running than you remember!

[@unsolicitedadvice2803]

Not true at all. My trainer was a large a-hole and drilled me as a kid. Had to cry multiple times. Now I can beat 98,5% of players. You don't get a W by being nice and supportive, wtf. Players should be sad if they play an unforced error or make a tactical mistake. There is zero celebration in failure. People who that are too emotional and will never achieve bigger things. Just enjoy your tears when you are in an actual match and the you make foot fault after foot fault. Also, couching is not allowed in a MATCH.

[@maugs6300]

i've returned after 10years and i love it more than ever

[@solaire9512]

Anna’s enthusiasm and happiness is infectious, she has come on well in her game and it’s nice to see as I started learning at about the same time as her. Her little dances between shots make me smile. I love the way she is happily playing when Nik comes in and tells her she’s under pressure, but she isn’t! So funny. Keep on enjoying your tennis Anna, it’s great to share your journey.

[@mmmm...561]

This is more tense then rafa vs roger no cap

[@dasuprememusic9756]

I was LOCKED in... 🔒 Sudden death, down to the wire... A DEUCE MATCHPOINT? 🤯

[@leechrec]

Rafa and Roger so boring compared to these two.

[@weibecky9171]

LOLOLOLOL i laughed out loud in office. so true.

[@Habs826]

LMAO true

[@POLOCOLDSNAP]

Lol

[@esmir21]

Anna: "no pressure plz" Nik: "tennis is all about pressure" 😂😂😂 love it

[@jimmydandy9364]

ahahaha she should try badminton, and watch shuttles go at the speed of bullets, now THAT's pressure - as a badminton player, I think I would do better at Tennis no cap :P

[@Pdt7484]

"pressure is a privilege" - Billie Jean King

[@tommehzlol]

@@jimmydandy9364 What a clown take

[@repoman7804]

Incredibly low number of double faults, many long rallies, and many shots hit with good form for someone playing her first match ever. Anna must have a great coach 😉

[@aureus6451]

Her form is really not that good, tbh.

[@Symmetryful]

@@aureus6451 It is actually very good form if you compare it to her first lesson. I think Anna is making great progress!

[@shihababdelrahman8655]

@@Symmetryful that’s true but the person who wrote the comment said there was an incredibly low number of double faults, anyone can hit a serve in every time if they tap the ball, it’s only impressive once you can hit a flat, kick, or slice serve and not double fault

[@Jean90966]

@@shihababdelrahman8655 well to be fair this is her first match ever

[@jordanchaq]

@@aureus6451 *good for someone who's literally never played before. She has a foundation to build upon

[@dmech5135]

I have attended many US Opens as I worked for the official beer sponsor. And I have to say I totally enjoyed this just as much!! I loved the part where Anna feels bad that she hit a good shot, what a nice person! Christine was like a ball machine, just sending them out there consistently. I would love to see more matches like this, this is such a great teaching tool for all of us. Fantastic job by Anna, Christine and Nick.

[@IntuitiveTennis]

🙏

[@tackywacky99]

unexpectedly. I really enjoyed watching Anna play her first match! weve been right here with her since her first tennis lesson.

[@angeliquemanley]

I'm super impressed, by her and you as a coach! She's clearly very coachable, positive and great that she's always smiling. And it's great that you're walking her through the whole real match experience... especially things like calling the ball out, talking mid rally and etiquette. You're a great coach, I love that you're giving her the most important feedback and but also not too much feedback. My one suggestion would be to include the hand gesture when calling the ball in or out. Also, for beginners, who often forget the score, calling out the score every time before the serve really helps to stay on track and avoid disagreements. 👏 GREAT JOB ANNA!

[@doug339]

It was interesting to see the struggles, because they were the same ones my daughter had in her first match. Calling out / keeping track of the score was a much larger workload in her first match than I was expecting. Especially when her opponent was either willfully cheating or having issues calling the score that seemed to always go in her favor. My daughter quickly realized how important clearly calling in/out and keeping track of score is. By her third match she had it down perfectly and was even helping her opponent.

[@nicholasferrante4333]

Anna was ripping those cross court forehands! She has good footwork too, doesn't set her feet too early, is always adjusting. Good work Anna!

[@Becca19890]

Yea those forehand’s were amazing

[@kuls43]

Could you please share timestamps for those good forehands. All I noticed was light forehands looping balls up in the air.

[@8paths996]

You joking? I mean for a beginner she’s at least consistent, but the forehand isn’t really that good…

[@evasofia07]

@@8paths996 all the comments are said in the context of the fact this is her first ever match. use your brain.

[@8paths996]

@@evasofia07 sorry bout that, but they made it seem like she was extremely amazing. (Good for first match though ig) I shouldn’t put my expectations high though since everything takes time

[@billionairelivesmatter]

I really think this guy is the best coach on KZbin and I subscribe to many. He’s so knowledgeable and also very positive. He really wants to make Anna a great player, as she was a natural from her very first lesson.

[@powerobert]

Congrats to both ladies. I was very impressed with how long the points were. That shows their ability to concentrate on their strokes and manage the stress while hitting different shots. Also, Nik and Anna make a very successful coach-student pairing. I showed this to my girlfriend, and it inspired her to practice more and enjoy friendly competition. Tennis tends to be a solitary sport, but the emotions experienced while watching makes it a universally enjoyable experience. (Nik, --- I hope Anna's opponent will want to take lessons from you, too. Let us know if she does.)

[@ssenssel]

I had this match open on one monitor and Nole x Shapo on another and I couldn't take my eyes way from this match! The tension was palpable! Kudos to Anna and Christine!

[@glfelt]

Awesome job Anna, and awesome job Christine! It's a LOT of pressure to play tennis knowing your match will be seen by thousands. I'm super impressed with both of these ladies. I'd never do it.

[@Naomi-gr7fm]

Everyone else has already pretty much echoed the same sentiments I have. 💛 Anna did really well honestly! And even as an advanced player, it's continually satisfying to watch her play and improve. Was rooting for her and she had some really good points with Christine. She honestly has pretty good strokes and decent placement on both wings; especially when she follows through and completes her stroke. Good job, Nikola! It probably helps as well that she has such a great attitude. Obviously still work to be done, but for a beginner she's looking good! She's always so endearing to watch in your videos.

[@nicgoodfellow1435]

Anna's reaction time is actually pretty good. As soon as she learns how to split step it will be even better. Good job

[@lujoviste]

Lol im so invested in her progress. Great coaching. Way way waay better than her first practice

[@29snapdragons]

I hope this inspires more adults who haven't played tennis to give it a try. After being a long-time tennis fan, but having never played, I started adult lessons at my local fitness club (I'm 48) and am really enjoying it. I loved watching this beginner match - it's very close to how my own match would look and gives me confidence to just get out there and try. Thanks ladies - well done!

[@rsmith02]

I appreciate the coach's dedication and support- he's totally focused and devoted no matter the skill level of the player.

[@Tennisboy-ul6hg]

Glad to see Anna in her first match! It’s okay that she lost, but it’s only a game. By practicing more, I hope she gets better!

[@jamescalloway5965]

22:17 - 22:20 best shot of the day for Anna IMO. Involved footwork, full swing - great stuff Anna !!

[@doug339]

Really impressive to see the consistent form, and the ability to place the ball in her first match. I have watched many of the Anna training videos to help in working with my daughter learning the game, so it is interesting to see her first match. Anna clearly has the potential to become a very good tennis player.

[@donho4109]

I really like how you have developed Anna into a match ready player, Nick! Her enthusiasm to want to play more matches (or at least with Christine) is refreshing and good to see. I can still remember the first few videos when you were helping her develop her fundamentals. It was evident that she was working to stay in form with her setup (racket prep, unit turns and follow through) on most scenarios. I never felt that she was rushing or swinging wildly.

[@Paul-mz2dq]

She did very well, you can see a lot of good shots coming through.

[@noturbo]

i am watching this while the Wimbledon mens semis are on LOL this is better 😁

[@ahmadjamal484]

Anna played a good first match. Her game has improved from the last video.

[@ChopperGreg]

This was so good! I'm new to the channel as I'm trying to get back into tennis after not having played in about 15 years, and was watching all of her training videos. I must say, Anna did amazing, and shows that she's has some great coaching! Also, shout out to Christine for being such a great partner!

[@rbraxley]

Solid foundation, and looks like she watches the ball pretty well. Anna does a great job with racquet prep, follow through, and moves well. With those basics she can improve rapidly. Credit to Christine for playing in front of the cameras and for putting up with all of the interruptions--plus she won the demi-set. Enjoyed the video.

[@TheSamuelBauter]

Wow this is an excellent level for a first match! Christine is steady and consistent; Anna did a good job to hang in there. The rallies were so long, especially for a first time!

[@sseraj2898]

Omg this was so good I love the chemistry between the coach and student Anna is such a great student she is learning so fast and fantastic forehand and the coach is so supportive everyone needs a coach like this a great game and thanks to Christine for taking on this match loved it 😍

[@patrickamato8839]

Helpful to see a live game. Both players are good players and their steady pace enabled me follow along and learn from them. The commentary you provided gave me important context for what is going on to help frame it. Thank you all!

[@robsonmatos1303]

It was a great job of both of you. Ana, whose i've been following since the first class, had made some great movements of preparation and finish as well. Amazing job and congragts to Christine either.

[@taekim7002]

The ladies dressed in the same colors. 😊 I think Anna did well, she hit a lot of balls in. Good movement. Fun match, she looked happy the whole time. 👍

[@ulisesvargas2149]

Christine ran so good on last game for that reason she won, nice game Ana congrats!! you only need more matches to improve

[@Pixeliarmus]

she played really good in the last game, nice to see her improvement

[@RD-yc6dg]

Anna has real good posture and balance. She's athletically gifted. Tons of potential.

[@TheRomeogigli]

very nice to see how you coach beginners with their first match.. it's inspiring for other beginners who are afraid to start.. nice job And Anna played very consistently actually.. she's gonna progress fast

[@gdollars1105]

Pretty amazing transformation and improvement in her swing. Great coaching.

[@lloydmacaya3311]

You know you love this sport when you can still watch these new players and still enjoy it

[@bruin4937]

It is insane just how much Anna has progressed! She keeps the ball in play so well, even when she is backed up to the baseline! Incredible progress! Very impressive!

[@free2chill727]

Anna is awesome!! She has great enthusiasm and her forehand & two-handed backhand have great potential!!

[@ojaswinikothari4859]

we want more matches !! Amazing Anna

[@MrBennyrick77]

I agree with all the comments here.. good match. Love the follow throw on the shots. Remember Anna, it's about having fun.

[@kathleenc2878]

i enjoy watching anna play!! when i was a beginner last year, i used to watch these videos to get a grasp on how to approach the ball :D these videos have helped me, thank you!

[@IntuitiveTennis]

That’s great, keep going 🙌

[@clip223]

This was a lot of fun to watch. Anna did great!! Christine is really consistent. Someone else already mentioned that. I noticed the players were color coordinated. Great job coach. I might have to come to Delray for some lessons. Both tennis and dance. This was awesome.

[@patrickmullen5124]

Wow! Many of her ground strokes were awesome. Congratulations to both of you. Awesome student and coach. You don't often see such long rallys between two players at that level. Super impressive and fun to watch as I'm riding my stationary bike recovering from a heart attack. Thank you, both/all. I love this channel.

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Feel Better 🙏

[@IamnotJohnFord]

I watched many a professional tennis match. But, I gotta say, my heart was in my throat during much of this match.

[@rich.e]

Great to see a beginner comfortable on both wings and clearly enjoying herself - kudos to you both.

[@justinbouchard]

I'm so glad I watched this. I feel like I will be hearing you talk to me when I'm playing tomorrow night. You're such a good teacher dude.

[@farisellahibakhsh6345]

This is the smoothest match I have ever seen, really enjoyed watching it

[@brunol.6990]

man, wataching this match is so much more fun than I'd expect.

[@ltrotter636]

She did so well!! Even in her first match, you can tell she's taking lessons by her preparation to hit the ball, especially on the forehand side! Great job!

[@glenross3093]

Anna's forehand was good. Her backhand was impressive! I like how she was confident to hit a backhand. Im sure you know to have her correct her waiters tray serve. I would love to watch Anna play in person. She has a great personality! Good coaching too.

[@sinem90473]

I am learning tennis as a fun ,and with a instructor never teaches at all and team around at least 8 students,I realized I am learning with videos by watching more,thanks for sharing

[@camillez.7535]

What fun! Great coaching. Period. Excellent idea to show a beginner's match...keep them coming. This series has been tremendously helpful .

[@naboulsikhalid7763]

at her level, and rallying with the right technic amazed, her footwork, returning the balls with spin made her a great future player

[@IntuitiveTennis]

🔥

[@alexs5394]

as a beginner who has only ever seen ATP matches, this is super helpful. i love your channel!

[@DarrenR15]

I was screaming ‘C’mon Anna!’ the whole video. Great job guys! Get em next time Anna!

[@robotba89]

More entertaining than most matches, and some nice tips for a beginner like me!

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@bradwillbrand5766]

Great to see Anna enjoying the match and also having some laughter during.

[@angeliepaulinebanares3969]

I feel motivated watching Anna play like this after training for some time. Hoping I could do well like her in the future.

[@sallyraynor8984]

I love this video because it's a real trainee. Thanks so much for posting it.

[@graemecook2548]

It’s been fun watching Anna’s progress. Looking forward to future videos especially how you will improve her serve. I love the way she kicks her heel up after serving like a Tango Boleo but I guess that will have to go! 😀 Well played Christine!

[@lovemusic-yz2yw]

This is the sweetest tennis situation ive ever seen in my whole life

[@petepete8556]

"I was trying to be strategic" "Don't do that" hahahahaha love it

[@denizbesikcioglu]

I have my first match tomorrow and your instructions are a big help, I love this video!

[@97540.]

Wooow I like the way you teach and how good in details And the progress Anna did . And I'm beginning player too

[@formica.]

Coach: You got to keep your mind on the score because the score is very very important. If you don't win, you will be very disappointed. Anna: No biggie! (More fun than watching the pros, thx Coach and Anna, great game!)

[@nectarpeach2853]

It doesn't matter how good Anna is compared to higher level players, what I see here is that she has something she can work with and grow from. This is a great spot for a beginner to be, it's a good starting point to make progress. If I was teaching someone and they played like this, I know it's only a matter of time before they make another jump in skill.

[@michaelreid8737]

Ana has come a long way. Very nice footwork and instinctive reaction to the ball. Keep it going coach!!

[@ropro9817]

omg, I love Anna! she has such a great attitude! ❤ never thought I'd watch a beginner match, but I was on the edge of my seat for the whole 32 minutes! 😄

[@IntuitiveTennis]

🔥🔥🔥

[@ropro9817]

@@IntuitiveTennis I just realized that this match was after a year of your teaching! Kudos to the coach too! She has way more solid fundamentals than me and I'm almost embarrassed to admit how long I've been playing for. 😂 Love this channel! Working my way through your back catalog... 🎾

[@Tompsf1]

25:15 Amazing!!! Sudden death game, first point, What a rally!!

[@drpaul4296]

Great to see how Anna is improving. Her forehand held together really well. Lovely supportive video.

[@SylvanTuck]

Great job Anna. Your movement ... footwork is very good for the beginning stages of learning the game. It will become a strong piont of your game for sure. Probably are ready for a little bit more racquet head speed. Hear the swooch sound ... just a little, don't want to over hit either at this stage of learning. You keep the ball in play very nicely. Great video.

[@johnrussell1171]

Very funny and entertaining commentary during this match 😁. Interesting to see her playing her first match. Takes you back to when you first started playing and makes you realize how far you have come. Anna really does have great potential. She needs a little more killer instinct though…lol. And Nick is great during this with the coaching. I have a few nieces and nephews that are starting into tennis and I am looking forward to hopefully coaching them and helping to maybe keep them interested.

[@miath.9171]

Thanks for sharing. Looks better than my first match. They had fun. Go ladies… bravooo 💪👏👏👏

[@sfbusinessfinancing]

Good idea, Coach! This was fun watching and a great instructional video for all learning tennis. Anna is progressing so well and all she needs is constant practice with players who are more experienced.

[@zenaidamejia8484]

Greatly appreciate this video. Very informative. Fantastic beginnings game. Really liked how you gave her short quick pointers on the spot instead of afterwards.

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@teresaguerrero8370]

Lo disfrute muchísimo, Ana eres lo máximo, tienes un super Coach. Felicidades a los 2.

[@kumarsabaratnam4787]

That was a super match. Anna did well & shes quite good on her feet & covering the coat well. She played her normal game. She was not tensed upto the 4th game but Nick's contant talk & pressure made her a bit tight on the last 2 games. Overall good lesson of match play & Anna learned a lot. Hood work Nick.

[@walterhayley7252]

Anna has both a nice looking forehand and backhand. She shows a lot of potential...

[@s1050]

Anna has come along way. Not a bad match she did ok

[@sols9449]

Anna you played real tennis and refused to be a pusher. One day you will be rewarded for that. When I first started playing I lost so many matches for years but I never gave up and I never push the ball I learned the proper technique and today in my area at least I’m one of the best players if not the best. You will be playing solid tennis one day Guaranteed. Keep working on your shots.

[@Ockv74]

Fun video, Anna's footwork is usually awesome, and strokes are too, funny thing is that I think she gets most of the difficult shots and she misses on the easier shots. My problem too. Great match for her 1st match.

[@corsovene]

Just started playing over the last few months. This video with a beginner playing was actually helpful. Her forehand (Ana) iss better than mine. Christine chased down some balls which i didn't think she'd get to. Good gets!

[@sallylees467]

You'll never know how much these videos help me to get the courage to sign up to my local club and start lessons!! :)

[@IntuitiveTennis]

I'm so glad!

[@agustin6541]

Nik, you are an incredible coach!!

[@BorisBecker1872]

This is great Nik. You are brilliant. Anna is a star! I take it you didn’t switch sides for technical reasons of having to move the camera and tripod across the court. Maybe you should have had a second camera and tripod on the other side? At any rate, great work! 👍🏼

[@robinperkins7695]

Great job all 3 of you 🎾🎾🎾

[@ibrahimzuraik727]

Your videos are very helpful.. I’ve learnt a lot from seeing you coaching Thank you so much coach 🙏

[@teslamotors8544]

Anna's technique is better. Christine is a moonballer but also knows how to aim and make Anna run left to right, up and down.

[@commondirtbagz7130]

@Isaac Seiken nothing wrong with that

[@Zeegoner]

He liked this comment lol shots fired

[@errajota]

Agree. I mentioned a comment in this sense. More selfconfidence and really competitive skills improvement will be there.

[@nikushachanturia]

Tennis apart, I think these are the three sweetest people I've seen on internet

[@pauljohnston]

really impressive. hats off to both players!

[@007hajduk]

I just recently found your channel and i'm loving the videos. You are a big inspiration for me as i just recently picked up tennis again (trained a bit during my elementary school days). And also a big inspiration that you were born in the same city as me :) Big greetings from Split and Kaštela, pozdrav!

[@IntuitiveTennis]

Puno Hvala 🙌🙌

[@jonathandavidsonvegas]

This was great to watch, funny but great to see. A year and Anna will hit great - well done!

[@SweetJoye]

As someone wanting to learn tennis, this is really amazing to watch. Her improvement is great!

[@IntuitiveTennis]

💯

[@abdarazakdjamaa2098]

I'm just wanting to learn the sport, and i find it so thoughtful and helpful , to learn from a beginner perspective, so we get to see the mistake and the correction of it in real time when it actually happens, unlike other youtube videos which are "Beginner" oriented, yet they show only tips and tricks for players already knowing the game, i find this video to be perfect and made with Love, so thank you so much Sir ! and best of luck to Anna in her Journey !

[@IntuitiveTennis]

🙏

[@magednashed]

Nik: You need to say sorry Anna: I don’t need too

[@AkatsukiShadow]

I remember when I first began tennis. Anna is lucky to have a great coach like you Sir. KZbin was my coach.

[@jimbach3159]

True lol, i started just on my own, took a lot of time to unlearn bad technique habits 😄 a coach early on is great

[@AkatsukiShadow]

@@jimbach3159 I enjoy beating people who got lessons and love their faces when I say I learned through youtube.

[@mr.squidward9936]

I'd say he's lucky to have her as a student.

[@AkatsukiShadow]

@@mr.squidward9936 he def. Hitting that. Lol