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Is it Time for Clay in Hawaii?

I believe the answer is "yes" and I highly encourage it.

In addition to the points made in the article here are a couple more that apply to recreational tennis players:

  1. Clay is _much_ easier on the feet and legs than hard courts. If you have never played on clay before, I think you will be surprised at how much less strain and fatigue will be felt in your feet and legs.
  2. If you are a serious player, I think you might enjoy experiencing the differences between this surface and hard courts.

    Using the same stroke techniques, you will find that the ball bounces differently and spin has different affects.

    Actually, you will ultimately need to adjust your game which for me, anyway, adds to the enjoyment.
  3. Clay courts neutralize the "big game". The surface slows the ball down which means that
    1. You have more time to reach shots
    2. Serves are slower so placement and disguise play a much bigger role.
    Stan Bautista
  
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