Whether you are a wheelchair user or a person who has physical limitations, there are ways to play tennis. If you are able to stand up and sit down, there is a form of tennis called adaptive standing tennis. This form of tennis allows you to play on the same court as an able-bodied person.
Using a power wheelchair to play a game of tennis isn't for the faint of heart, but it's a lot more fun than it sounds. The best part is that you can actually see and hear your opponents. And you get a plethora of competitive cheers, oohs, and ahhs. Some of the players are so competitive that they will yell your name, "Oh yes," when you're not looking. This translates into a more competitive environment, which is a good thing. Not only can you see your opponents, but you can engage in face-to-face conversations, which isn't possible when you're wedged in the corner. And you can't help but feel more optimistic about the big game.The same is true of your friends and family. After all, who knows? You might even win the next round. Besides, a few rounds of ping pong can be a tad dull. A well-crafted game plan will make the experience even more enjoyable. Originally conceived as a demonstration event in Seoul, South Korea, wheelchair tennis was officially added to the Paralympics in 1992. It has since become a medal sport. It is also one of the fastest-growing sports for athletes with physical disabilities. The rules are similar to those of able-bodied tennis. The primary objective is to prevent the opposing player from returning the ball. In the case of wheelchair tennis, the goal is to bounce the ball twice before hitting it. The first bounce can be inside or outside the court boundary. The rules are governed by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). The ITF Wheelchair Tennis Classification Manual was updated in 2016. To play, all players must meet the functional ability requirements. In addition, players must be medically diagnosed with a mobility-related physical impairment. These conditions include spinal cord injury, partial to full joint ankylosis, and multiple sclerosis. Alternatively, they may be afflicted with an amputation or impairment that affects three or more limbs. Adaptive standing tennis is a form of tennis that is played by physically disabled athletes. In the past, these athletes would have had to use a wheelchair to play. However, they have now begun to play the game standing up. Adaptive standing tennis is a new sport that was introduced in the United States. In December 2016, the inaugural USA TAP Open was held in Houston. The event featured 28 players from 11 countries. The tournament was a part of the TAP World Tour. After playing wheelchair tennis for a few years, Jeff Bourns discovered the TAP World Tour. He became the first American to compete in a TAP tournament. His story inspired other athletes and helped establish a program in the U.S. Jeff was selected to serve on the USTA Texas adaptive and wheelchair committee. He also started an amputee tennis program. He had played ambulatory tennis as a child. He started searching for a program for amputees who played standing. He found the program in Houston and joined. He is still facing more physical therapy. But he hopes to return to tennis soon.
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