HOW TO CHOOSE A TENNIS RACKET
Discover how to choose the best tennis racket for you. Whether you're looking for a beginner tennis racket, or seeking a racket to give you the perfect combination of power, spin and control, let Wilson be your guide to finding the perfect tennis racket for every type of player.
As one of the longest-running tennis equipment brands in the world, we know there are many different types of tennis players. Our job is to make a racket for each one of them. Wilson offers four key racket lines that each focus on a specific performance benefit, those being Precision, Feel, Power and Control. Once a player knows what benefit they are looking for out of their racket, we have varying weights and head sizes that provide an additional level of customization for any type of player.
SELECTING THE RIGHT TENNIS RACKET FOR YOUR SKILL LEVEL
Before you can select the best tennis racket for your level of play, it’s important to understand two elements of racket construction: head size and weight.
BEGINNER TENNIS PLAYERS
Players first learning the game of tennis should start with a light racket featuring a larger head size, often called an “oversize” racket. This will help them make contact with the ball consistently while learning to rally without wearing out their arm as their muscles get used to the game.
When choosing a tennis racket for a beginner, here are a few things to look for:
Oversize head size
Lighter frame
More power
Wilson’s Ultra or Triad are great rackets for beginner tennis players. Curious about more? Wilson has curated a collection of beginner tennis rackets to make choosing the right racket easy.
INTERMEDIATE TENNIS PLAYERS
Intermediate players can start to reduce their head size and add a little more weight to their racket as their tennis muscles develop and they learn to generate more pace on their own. Doing these two things will allow them to keep their new-found power under control.
When selecting a racket for intermediate tennis players, keep the following in mind:
Oversize or Midplus head size
Medium weight frame
Less power generated from the racket, more control
For intermediate tennis players, check out Wilson’s Clash or Blade tennis rackets.
ADVANCED TENNIS PLAYERS
Advanced players should be using “mid-size” rackets that allow them to play with control, feel and precision. These three benefits will provide a more connected-to-the-ball feel, allowing players to play more confidently as they go for their shots.
When selecting a racket for advanced tennis players, keep the following in mind:
Midplus to Midsize head size
Medium to heavy weight frame
Rackets optimized for control and feel, such as Blade or Pro Staff.
CHOOSING A RACKET FOR YOUR SWING STYLE
Regardless of your swing style, Wilson has a racket built just for you. Players who play with shortened or flat swings typically prefer their rackets to generate power. For this swing style, beginners or intermediate players should go for the Ultra tennis racket, while more advanced players should grab a Pro Staff.
Players who play with more modern, vertical swings typically want their rackets to generate more control and feel. Beginners or intermediate players should start with Clash, while advanced players will feel most confident with Blade.
TENNIS RACKET CONSTRUCTION
When choosing a racket, there are three elements that affect power and control: headsize, weight, and string pattern.
Larger Headsize = More Power; Smaller Headsize = More Control
Lighter Racket = More Power; Heavier Racket = More Control
Open Stringbed = More Power; Denser Stringbed = More Control