Live ball drills tests a player's skill of adaptation Every ball played is different, so to maintain desired quality, players have to work physically, mentally, technically and tactically at the same time If the live-ball drill is executed properly, the player improves many elements at the same time
In this drill, the player works on accuracy while maintaining the rally By keeping the ball in play all the time, the intensity forces player to deal with time restriction and check his abilities to control the racket while their legs are tiring The more changes of direction players have, the better the quality of the drill Players should start this exercise at low pace and after specific number of successful shots, the player from the baseline should start hitting at normal pace to give similar balls the net player will have to control during the match
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"It is not only useful for staff who are experienced but a valuable tool for those subject staff who have to take teams."
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