The Need for Speed:
Guide to Light Racquets for Beginner & Intermediate Players
For a great many beginner and intermediate players, a lighter racquet can be the perfect tool for mastering the explosive stroke speeds and seasoned techniques of high level tennis. With that in mind, we've compiled a short list of easy swinging racquets for the improving player.
User-Friendly Racquets
A Closer Look at Beginner Racquets
If you are just starting your tennis journey, you'll want a light and comfortable racquet that makes learning the game easier. A generous head size with a large margin of error is also a huge plus. Here are 3 racquets that will help you develop confidence and rise to the next level.
Yonex EZONE 110 2022
Why we like it: With its luxurious hitting surface, this powerful and arm-friendly racquet enables beginners to achieve effective contact with the ball. Other features include a light weight and open string pattern, making it great for whipping up spin and pace. It's also versatile, which means novice doubles players will love it as much as the savvy senior looking for maximum maneuverability.
Head Boom Team L 2022
Why we like it: With its generous sweet spot, this beginner-friendly racquet keeps comfort and performance high even when contact is less than perfect. The raw speed and open string pattern make learning spin a cinch, and the extended length will help you add extra pop on groundies and serves. Did we mention the comfort?
Babolat Boost Drive
Why we like it: Easy spin. Controllable power. Great price. This light and wallet-friendly weapon is a no-brainer for novice players who want an ultra-affordable entry point into the world of aggressive shot making. It also comes pre-strung for added convenience.
Wilson Clash 100UL v2
Why we like it: By combining outstanding feel with ultra quick handling, Wilson gives improving players a great tool for learning the game. In addition to its tendon-friendly frame technology, this stick's 100 square inch head will help you hit a more accurate ball.
Tecnifibre TF-X1 275
Why we like it: With its 'whippy' acceleration and forgiving 105 square inch head size, this powerful racquet makes it easier for dedicated beginners to start loading the ball with pace and spin. The crisp feel at impact is addictive.
Honorable Mentions for Beginners
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A Closer Look at Intermediate Racquets
If you're an intermediate player, you can rally with moderate power and consistency, and you'll want a racquet that complements your developing style, whether it be grinding out long points from the baseline or banging forehand winners from a dead sprint. Although stronger intermediates can certainly wield heavier 300+ gram racquets, we’ve compiled some light options for those who could use a little more speed through contact.
Babolat Pure Strike 103
Why we like it: With this light and forgiving racquet, Babolat puts the undeniable accuracy of the Pure Strike formula into a more powerful and user-friendly package. Rising intermediate players looking for a slightly larger margin of error will love how easy this one plays.
Head Speed Team
Why we like it: This comfortable racquet makes the perfect entry point into the seductive feel and playability of the Speed franchise. Intermediate players looking for a more classic, buttery feeling racquet that doesn't skimp on spin will not need much convincing.
Prince Warrior 100 (285g)
Why we like it: This spin machine not only delivers controllable power and impressive comfort, it also comes at a price that is too good to refuse. Intermediate players looking to perfect their form cannot go wrong here. The fact that it comes pre-strung for under $100 makes this an obvious choice for value hunters. There is also a 300g version for stronger players who want to trade some speed for extra stability and pop.
Solinco Blackout 285
Why we like it: This speedy and spin-friendly racquet not only makes it easy for intermediates to play aggressive tennis, it also comes with user-friendly customization options for those who want to fine tune the weight and feel.
Yonex EZONE 98L
Why we like it: This light version of the popular EZONE 98 combines spin-friendly precision with impressive comfort and explosive speed. It also packs a relatively compact head size, which means you’ll find enough control to target the lines.
