There are 2 lines of players starting at the middle of the baseline.
The coach feeds wide balls alternately to each side.
Players hit one shot down the line and then return to the opposite line.
Player should try and remain balanced when hitting the ball i.e. keeping the head still.
The coach can vary the depth or height of the feed.
Most club players practise the serve on its own and then have no idea what to do with the ball that comes back. Serve plus one is the pattern that turns a good serve into a won point.
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