Analysis Tools for Tennis Development

The game is changing.  Video content is pervasive at high speeds and new tools on YouTube allow you to watch full speed videos in slow motion and even frame-by-frame.

The tools needed today will likely change tomorrow but here is a list of things that I have on hand for video analysis.

4 tripods.  1-standard duty that can hold a full size DSLR; 1 gorilla pod that can attach to a fence or railing; 1 light weight tripod that I attach a metal hook from wal-mart that allows attaching to the top of a high fence on the baseline side; 1-packable tripod that will fit in a tennis bag.

Phone adapter to attach to tripod

GoPro or GoPro knock off ie. SoCoo 120 fps wide angle (4- 64GB SD Cards)

Portable power sources (USB)

HD Camcorder for closer shots and better sound to record audio or dim light situations

Coaches Eye or HUDL Technique app

Serve example exported to web from HUDL app:

http://www.hudl.com/technique/video/view/HHl1EZZd?e=12785040

Chromecast-you’ll want to watch YouTube video’s on your flatscreen TV

Optional-Tablet or iPad; I find that a good smartphone works just fine

 

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