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Tennis: Two things at once?

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Bill, Newly qualified coach

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Players rally co-operatively down the middle of the court, standing between the service and baselines.

However, they both must feed a ball in at the same time, so effectively there are 2 balls in play at once.

Players try to get the longest rally they can within a certain set time period.

COACHING POINTS

This can be done in half a court with larger groups but balls tend to fly everywhere so be warned!

Players should be encouraged to play their ball before looking for the one coming from the opponent.

Be ready!

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OFTEN USED WITH...

Total tennis through throwing:

-The players only use the service box and play without rackets.
-Start with an over-arm throw from behind the service line (as if serving) and play out a rally with normal tennis rules.
-When the player catches the ball they can only hold it for 1 second. When the player has the ball they cannot move there feet!
-If the ball bounces they must use under-arm throws. If they catch it before bouncing, they can throw over-arm (as if volleying before bounce!)
-First player to 7 points wins, as in the tie-break.

Coordination / Fun Games

Volleys whilst moving as a team:

-Players hit 2 half volleys each aiming at the targets, then move to alternate line.
-All players in line shadow move behind hitters.
-The same can be done with players at the net volleying.

Coordination / Fun Games

Two ball tennis:

-Without using a net, both players start with a ball. Starting simultaneously with an under arm throw they aim to keep both balls in play for as long as possible.
-With more advanced players they can use the net and even rackets.

Coordination / Fun Games