In this drill player works on backhand control connected with solid footwork. Every ball in this pattern requires good amount of footwork so this drill automatically shows who is ready physically and mentally for this challenge. Coach should pay attention to player’s position, technical skills as also tactical decisions according to playing from different court areas. For more advanced players coach can set up zones as targets and end the set only if player hits these targets proper amount of times. This variation shows how player copes with necessary demands while being tired and under pressure.
"It is not only useful for staff who are experienced but a valuable tool for those subject staff who have to take teams."
The variety of sessions across sports - sometimes we steal session ideas from one sport and use them with another.
As we enter the business end of the competition, we take a look at the remaining eight teams and the key talking points surrounding each side.