Cones are set in the deuce corner. The coach feeds random balls. The player has to use forehand from the all court and hit the balls to the deuce corner.
Stroke confidence can be built only on many repetitions. That's why every practice should include drills that are based on tactical solutions that use repeptitions. Forehand is the most important stroke in modern tennis so players have to learn how to use it in many different situations.
In this drill, the player learns how to use forehand from the all court. This drill helps to build an effective and offensive stroke as also gives an opportunity to develop different aspects of the game like recovery, footwork or stroke technique. The coach should make the size of the zone appropriate for the player's level to keep the drill motivating.
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