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About Pure Drive Purist

Pure Drive Purist is a tennis blog for players, parents, coaches, and gear junkies who care less about hype and more about what actually works on court.

Built from years inside the lines—as a competitive player and full-time coach—this site dives into racquets, strings, equipment, training habits, and player development with a practical, no-nonsense lens. The focus is simple: cut through marketing noise and share honest insights that help players improve, compete, and enjoy the game longer.

Whether it’s breaking down why certain gear fits certain playing styles, implementing effective strategies, or sharing coaching lessons learned the hard way, Pure Drive Purist exists for people who love tennis and want real answers—not feel-good fluff.

If you’re a junior or parent of a junior chasing improvement, a coach building better players, or an adult competitor who still cares deeply about their setup, you’re in the right place.

Play smarter. Choose better. Boost your game.

Pure Drive Purist


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