K02 : Is Bigger Better? Does Height Matter in Tennis?


Students Jacob Rudolph
School IND - Hillfield Strathallan College - Hamilton
Level Junior 7/8 - Grade 8
Group Group 11 - Health Science IV
Abstract The aim of this investigation is to determine whether tall players are dominating the modern game of tennis at the professional and amateur levels. Specifically, does height contribute a significant factor in players’ serves, recognizing that serving stands alone as the most essential and valuable shot in the game? How does height affect serve velocity?