by Edmund K

Created on: May 19, 2008

Based in Chicago, Illinois, Wilson is a popular racquet manufacturer with a strong following among recreational tennis players and touring professionals alike. With a reputation for very high quality frames, Wilson has expanded considerably over the last twenty years, especially in the tennis market. Many professionals, including current world number 1 Roger Federer and world number 3 Novak Djokovic are sponsored by Wilson. This article will take a close look at the current range of racquets currently sold by Wilson.

Before this article delves into an in-depth analysis of specific frames, it is important to note that there are traditionally three main types of racquet. Despite advances in technology, extensive and expensive marketing of new racquet materials, and costly sponsorship deals, all racquets, regardless of their composition, can be grouped into one of three categories.

Players' racquets refer to racquets with a thinner frame (thin beam), low power, high flexibility, heavier weight and a headlight balance. Around 15 to 20 years ago, majority of professional players used Players' racquets. Designed for serious tennis players, these racquets provide the greatest amount of control and feel, while having very low levels of power. Professional tennis players possess sound technique, and the ability to generate considerable power on their own, and therefore choose to use more control-oriented frames. Players' racquets are usually midsize (head size 90-95 square inches), and are the least forgiving of frames.

Game Improvement racquets refer to frames that have been designed primarily with the beginning player in mind, as the beginning player often has trouble generating power. Game Improvement racquets are lighter, more powerful frames. While this power comes at the sacrifice of some of the control, a beginner will find a Game Improvement racquet easy to swing, allowing them to focus on their technique and stroke mechanics. These racquets are generally stiffer, lighter, have a thicker frame width, with a head heavy balance. Game Improvement frames are usually midplus (head size 95-105 square inches) or oversize (a head size of more than 105 square inches), and are very forgiving for the beginner. Off center shots often go in with basic stroke technique.

Tweener models are racquets that blend aspects of both Players' and Game Improvement frames. Generally of neutral balance and midplus head size, Tweener models aim to provide both power and control. Neither as

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