In this drill player works on consistency and footwork at the same time. By running around the cone player improves speed, strength, endurance and proper focus. Many players are able to be consistent when they are not tired but real tennis demands from players to be able to play well especially at the end of the second or third second. Inability to maintain high quality of backhand while being tired can cost players lost matches because they will lose deciding points in the final set.
"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.