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-The Coach feeds (i) long then (ii) short.
-Each player has two shots,both must go down the line.
-Player is aiming for the targets.

COACHING POINTS

  • Make sure the player is hitting the depth on both shots
  • Remind players to use enough net clearance i.e. height over the net, since they are hitting over the highest part of the net.

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    - Coach feeds the ball short.
    - Player has to hit an approach shot and then play a rally.

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    Attacking Midcourt Balls:

    This drill should be used to help players deal with easy balls and get them to attack the ball.

    The coach starts the drill with a mid-court feed, at various heights.

    The player has to hit the ball to the targets either deep or angled.

    The coach feeds 6 balls and then the next player starts.

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    Attacking:


    - Coach feeds in the ball.
    - The net player can hit any ball, but cannot go behind the service line.
    - Rotate after 6 points.

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    Approach and Close:


    The coach feeds into the service area.
    -Before the coach feeds Player 1 has to nominate the corner into which they hit their approach shot.
    -Player 1 plays an approach shot Player 2 has to hit down the line, Player 2 then finishes the rally at the net.

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