It is always better to be overprepared than to forget something you need in a match. Have a well-stocked tennis bag that includes:

1. Water Always have plenty

2. Racquets Varsity players should NEVER have less than two racquets. I have seen players go through three in a single match.

3. Energy food. Fruit. Granola Bar. Candy bar. Something for a quick energy boost when you are down.

4. Good attitude.

5. Towels to keep hands dry.

6. Sweatbands or rosin bags

7. Cap with a visor. Any professional logos are not allowed in HS tennis.

8. Extra Shirts

9. Sweatshirts, gloves, hats Always have more clothes than you need. The temperature can drop quickly in NW Ohio.

10. Pencil, pen, and paper to make notes after matches or to start on homework.

11. Extra overgrips and vibration dampeners

12. Extra socks to prevent blisters.

13. Bandages

14. Sunglasses