Tennis RPO

Smarter Decisions. Stronger Teams.

A Practical Framework for High School Tennis Coaching

Tennis RPO adapts the Read-Pass-Option concept from football to help coaches and players make better decisions on court. It’s not a system to replace your style — it’s a shared language to support it.

Why This Matters for High School Tennis

Builds player confidence through clear decision-making
Forges team identity with shared vocabulary
Makes practices more productive by layering mental focus into drills
Improves peer learning with a common understanding

The Core: Read → Decide → Execute

READ

Where is your opponent?
What are their tendencies?
What’s the score?

DECIDE

What’s working?
What’s the best percentage play?
How much risk is right now?

EXECUTE

Commit to your choice
Focus on quality execution
Prepare for the next read

Decision Cards: The Heart of Tennis RPO

These cards simulate real match scenarios and train players to think strategically. They're simple, effective, and classroom-ready.

Each card helps players:

Read the situation (position, score, tendencies)
Evaluate multiple options
Decide and explain the best play

Understanding Leverage Points

These are the moments that swing a match — not just “big points,” but situations that demand smart decisions.

Early Game Points – Set the tone early
Deuce Points – Especially in no-ad format
Momentum Shifts – Reverse match flow
Adjustment Moments – Respond to what’s changing

Resources

Decision Cards – For guided strategic thinking
Leverage Points Guide – Learn where matches swing
Classroom Session Plan – Teach RPO without the court
Doubles Signals & Systems – Improve on-court communication