For those living the WCI lifestyle, we're sure you have seen some of our devoted tennis fans out on the courts every day. With most of our Clubs offering great tennis programs, we thought we'd help your game a bit by offering a quick bag check with some of our esteemed Club Tennis Professionals.

This month we're putting Tidewater Preserve's Tennis Professional, Steven Larkin, in the hot seat and checking out what's helping him on the courts these days.

What's in your tennis bag? Two Head Radical Lite tennis racquets, a can of Babolat tennis balls, a can of bug spray, one bottle of sun block, a change of clothes, one extra pair of shoes, a towel and two wristbands

What is the best advice you've ever gotten on the courts? In general: Try hard, do your best and have fun In a competitive match: “Do the best you can, with what you got, where you are”

Who is your tennis idol? Roger Federer

What is your top tennis tip for new players? Let your enjoyment of the game drive your desire to get better.

What is your favorite tennis gear on the market today? Gamma © has a great new line of rackets out there!

Looking for great tennis tips? Check out our Pinterest page here or contact your WCI Club for information on lessons.

WCI Communities offers a host of lifestyle communities throughout Florida, with tennis programs at Lost Key in Perdido Key, Tidewater Preserve in Bradenton, Venetian Golf & River Club in Venice, Pelican Preserve in Ft. Myers, The Colony Golf & Country Club in Bonita Springs and Heron Bay in Parkland.