The ECORISE™ PLA spunbond nonwoven, created by Mitsui Chemicals Asahi Life Materials Co., Ltd., is now being used as an eco-friendly packaging solution for tennis racquets by Yonex Co., Ltd., a leading sporting goods manufacturer. The packaging featuring ECORISE™ will debut globally for Yonex’s tennis racquets starting in February 2024. As part of its commitment…
Sony has unveiled the Smart Tennis Sensor (SSE-TN1W), a tool designed for tennis players at all skill levels to refine their performance and share results. This advanced sensor enhances game analysis by providing real-time shot visualizations on smartphones or tablets, allowing players to view both recorded video and shot metrics simultaneously. It is compatible with…
CHICAGO, Aug. 8, 2024 — Wilson Sporting Goods Co. today announces the launch of the RF Collection, a revolutionary tennis equipment line inspired, designed and developed in partnership with Roger Federer. The collection is rooted in legacy, driven by performance and innovated for the future, representing Federer’s profound impact on the sport and his unwavering…
In collegiate tennis, a fresh can of tennis balls is used every set, amounting to approximately 12-18 cans per match. With each can costing around $4 and containing three balls, that’s $72 and 51 balls per match. For a busy season, the costs and resource use add up quickly. Coach Bobby Bayliss, Manager of Notre…
The tennis racket is an essential tool that can profoundly influence a player’s performance on the court. Factors like weight and balance play a critical role in determining power, control, maneuverability, and stability, making it essential to understand these aspects when selecting or customizing a racket. Here, we’ll explore key considerations for choosing the right…
Aryna Sabalenka, the 2024 US Open champion, made history with her third-round match against Ekaterina Alexandrova, which started at 12:08 a.m.—the latest start ever at the US Open. Just two days later, in another late-night match, Zheng Qinwen and Donna Vekic finished their round of 16 match at 2:15 a.m., marking the latest finish for…
Table tennis has long been known as a more accessible alternative to tennis, offering a beginner-friendly experience while still maintaining high levels of competitive play. However, for people who are blind or have low vision, the sport remains largely inaccessible. Phoebe Peng, an Engineering Honors student at the University of Sydney, is working to change…
A team of researchers, led by Matthew Gombolay, assistant professor in the School of Interactive Computing at Georgia Tech and director of the CORE Robotics Lab, is using table tennis to explore human-robot dynamics and trust in high-paced environments. The project focuses on how humans perceive and collaborate with robots, particularly when robots explain their…
Jason Peng, an assistant professor of computing science at Simon Fraser University, is leading a research team that is pushing the boundaries of motion simulation technology—using tennis as the proving ground to demonstrate just how realistic virtual athletes’ movements can become. Peng and his team have developed a cutting-edge machine learning system that learns complex…
Video analysis is one of the most impactful tools for coaches, enabling them to assess athletes in action with greater depth and precision. While recording footage alone is beneficial, video analysis apps elevate this approach, providing advanced features for a thorough breakdown of performance. Whether you’re already using an app or considering one, these tools…