Before They Play A Grand Slam: Parenting The Junior Tennis Player, is among the nation's leaders in providing tennis education to tennis parents, tennis coaches, and junior players. Learn valuable information from someone who has been there before and from many other reputable sources, too. Learn about everything from: How to buy a racquet, how to choose a tennis coach, importance of equipment, importance of nutrition, physical conditioning, traveling, sportsmanship, ways to save money, tennis academies, match toughness, pressure, the tournament experience, college, high school and junior tennis, professional tennis, and much, much more! Whether you are a tennis parent or soon-to-be one, having all the information at hand is priceless! About the Author David Wayne Britt was born October 1, 1975 in Charlotte, NC. David began playing tennis at the age of eight, inspired by his Dad. Throughout his junior tennis career, he played on a national level. He later went on to play at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he was an ACC Champion and an ACC Finalist. David graduated with a Degree in Communication Studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and was an ACC-Scholar-Athlete. After college, David played on a professional level, playing Professional USTA Circuit Events and Professional Money Tournaments. David also played in one ATP event, The United States Men's Clay Courts. David is certified as a P-1 Professional by the USPTA and as a Specialist in Competitive Player Development by the USPTA and the USA Tennis Coaching Education Department. Today, an active entrepreneur, David is the co-founder and former co-owner of an internet company, part-timeactor, tennis professional, and Founder and President of The Wondering Press. David and his wife reside in Charlotte, North Carolina.