Laterality Journal

Reference:
Laterality: Asymmetries of Body, Brain and Cognition.
Publisher: Routledge | Established 1996 | Peer-reviewed journal

Access:
https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/plat20/current

Summary:
Leading journal in laterality research:

• Cognitive asymmetry

• Motor control

• Perception

Why it matters:

• Ongoing source for cutting-edge research

García et al. (2023) (Catalan Tennis Federation Study)

Reference:
García, J., et al. (2023). Assessment of hand-eye laterality and its relationship with technique in tennis players. Apunts Sports Medicine Journal.

Access:
https://revista-apunts.com/en/assessment-of-hand-eye-laterality-and-its-relationship-with-technique-in-high-level-tennis-players/

Summary:
Study of 173 players:

• 42% crossed laterality

• Significant influence on footwork and stroke mechanics

Why it matters:

• Direct link: laterality → technique

• Challenges “one-size-fits-all” coaching

Moreno et al. (2022)

Reference:
Moreno, A., et al. (2022). Could hand-eye laterality profiles affect sport performance? A systematic review. PeerJ, 10:e14385.

Access:
https://peerj.com/articles/14385/

Summary:
Systematic review introducing HELP (Hand-Eye Laterality Profiles):

• Crossed vs uncrossed dominance

• Influence on coordination and biomechanics

Why it matters:

• Moves beyond handedness

• Essential for individualised coaching

Bačić & Ghazala (2024)

Reference:
Bačić, B., & Ghazala, A. (2024). Left-handed representation in top 100 male professional tennis players: Multi-disciplinary perspectives. arXiv preprint.

Access:
https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.20360

Summary:
Analysis of ATP top 100 (1985–2016) shows ~15% left-handers vs ~10% population baseline.

Why it matters:

• Confirms elite-level selection bias

• Useful for talent identification & early development decisions

Mala et al. (2017)

Reference:
Mala, L., et al. (2017). Lateral differences in maximal grip strength in tennis players. Studia Sportiva.

Access:
https://journals.muni.cz/studiasportiva

Summary:
Confirms:

• Strong dominant-side bias

• Structural asymmetry in elite players

Why it matters:

• Physical laterality is developed, not just inherited

• Important for injury prevention strategies

Loffing et al. (2015) 

Reference:
Loffing, F., Hagemann, N., Strauss, B., & MacMahon, C. (2015). Laterality in Sports. In Laterality in Sports: Theories and Applications. Elsevier / Academic Press.

Access:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780128014264/laterality-in-sports

Summary:
Comprehensive overview of how laterality affects:

• Motor control

• Skill acquisition

• Performance in individual sports like tennis

Why it matters:

• Bridges neuroscience → sport performance

• Strong foundation for coaching application