Tennis is a famous sport that is played and loved by everyone worldwide. However, if you want to try something else, there are plenty more options for you to choose from. 

Continue reading, and you will see four other sports that you can try!

  • Badminton

Same as tennis, badminton is a sport that requires rackets. The only difference is, instead of a ball, you need to hit a shuttlecock. It was played for centuries across Eurasia and became more popular in the United Kingdom. Badminton is a variant of the earlier game of battledore and shuttlecock. You can usually play it outdoors or on a court. As mentioned, the equipment you need is a shuttlecock and a racket that is quite similar to tennis but smaller and thinner in size. This sport can be played by two opponents or by four people (two on each team.) 

Tips in Playing Badminton

  • Warm-up is important to prepare your body for the game.
  • Improve forehand and backhand grip.
  • Focus on your footwork.
  • Keep a central base position.
  • Plan good attacks.

 

This sport is a fast-moving game that needs your endurance and strategy.

  • Table Tennis

Table tennis or most commonly known as ping pong is another enjoyable racket sport that can be enjoyed by tennis players. This game was first played in the 19th century in England, United Kingdom. After making its way worldwide, it has been acknowledged and included as an Olympic Sport in 1988. If you read ping pong reviews and guides, you’ll learn that to play table tennis, you have to know the stance and footwork, basic table tennis strokes, holding the paddle, and serving. All you need is a rectangular table with a net in the middle, small rackets, and a lightweight and small plastic ball in terms of equipment.  It can be played as singles, consisting of two players or doubles, which has four players.

Tips in Playing Table Tennis

  • Choose a high-quality table tennis racket
  • Always maintain a good ready position.
  • Mix various and advance serve. 
  • Be attentive to the opponent’s strategy.
  • Get a table tennis buddy and practice more.

 

To play table tennis, you need intense concentration and lightning-quick reflexes. Although it is a fairly easy sport to learn, you still have to read and learn about the basics. 

  • Racquetball

Racquetball is a racket sport that originated in America. It is very similar to the British sport Squash. Racquetball can be played indoors or outdoors. One interesting fact is, it is made by professional tennis and American handball player from Connecticut named Joe Sobek. He designed it and made a special set of rules based on squash, handball, and paddleball. All you need to do is a rounded racquet and a small rubber ball. The difference between any other racket sport is you don’t need any net to play this game. Moreover, there is no out of bounds area, and the legal playing surface can be set. 

Tips in Playing Racquetball

  • Always move to the center court position.
  • Start with a heavier and larger racket for more power and a bigger margin of error.
  • Watch your opponent hitting the ball.
  • Never run directly to the ball.
  • Your opponent’s weaknesses will be your strength. 

 

New racquetball players struggle because the game is fast-paced. But with enough practice, you can master it in no time. 

  • Volleyball

Yes, believe it or not, Volleyball is quite similar and can be an alternative to tennis. It was invented in 1895 by William G. Morgan as an alternative to basketball. There may be differences from other racket sports, such as the number of game players and the ball used, but the mechanics are fairly similar. Volleyball is played by two teams consisting of six players each and uses a bigger rubber ball the size of a basketball or soccer ball. However, there is also “rally” involved, and you need to serve the ball over the net to your opponent. 

Tips in Playing Volleyball

  • Be a team player. Working as a team is very crucial in this sport. 
  • Learn all the rules and terms. 
  • Practice your serve and hit with power. 
  • Blocking and positioning are important.
  • Wear appropriate and comfortable shoes and clothes.

 

Volleyball is a great alternative if you want a more physical game since it uses your hands or arms and any part of the body (with rules).

 

Here are the four alternative sports you can play aside from tennis. There are many more exciting racket sports to choose from that you will undoubtedly love.  So if you want to play a game like this, give each one a try, and you might find your new favorite sport.