Who doesn't know them - the stars of the tennis world. Jannik Sinner, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and in the past, Boris Becker or Steffi Graf fascinate millions. However, the difficulty of the journey to reach that point and the amount of motivation, perseverance, and family support required often remains hidden. In her book, Karin Joggerst takes readers behind the scenes of competitive sports. Through essayistic texts, diary-like entries, and interviews with coaches, she shares the challenges, successes, and failures that shape the life of a tennis parent. From endless car rides to tournaments, training marathons, to small and big moments of excitement - tennis is presented here as a school of life. 'Serve into Life' is not a guidebook, but an authentic portrait of children who love their sport and parents who learn to support, let go, and master the game of life. While tennis is at the center, many experiences could just as easily occur in other sports. Passion, ambition, family - the path to success knows no place, only moments.