A Racquet Stringer’s Journey

When starting your journey as a racquet stringer, remembering the proper steps and how to execute them is vital. But when you’re new…well, confidence is often lacking. Nobody likes messing up – and worrying about the possibility of messing up can slow you down or cause mistakes. Did I mention the time it takes to complete a string job? I’ve reached a point in my career where I consistently complete a string job in about 20 minutes. But it sure wasn’t always like that.

“My first experience was stringing a wooden racquet that took me 1-1/2 hours to complete.”

Learning to detect and avoid stringing errors is fundamental to the process. It’s through this learning process that we gain EXPERIENCE and improve. Mistakes are opportunities to learn and grow, so don’t be discouraged. Remember, even the most experienced stringers have made their fair share of mistakes (me included).

• Watch “Detecting and Avoiding Stringing Errors” HERE

With each string job, you’ll gain more confidence, and before you know it, the stringing process becomes more of a ROUTINE and less of a chore.

• Watch “Be More Efficient – Stringing Techniques” HERE

Once you establish a routine and master the techniques and methods, you’ll feel a sense of control and confidence. The stringing process will start to feel like second nature, and this is when your CONSISTENCY will shine through, giving you a sense of accomplishment and pride. You’ll realize that you’ve become the ‘Jack of Your Trade,’ and this is just the beginning of your journey as a racquet stringer.

• Watch “Create Your Stringing Signature” HERE

Although I’m not saying this is good or bad, some stringers I know (myself included) reach a level where stringing becomes THERAPY.

• Watch “Stringing in Comfort” HERE

What do you think about connecting stringing with therapeutic benefits?

I’d love to read your comments below!