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Tennis: Different spins

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DESCRIPTION

The coach feeds balls to the deuce side, whilst the player alternates forehand topspin and forehand slice in cross court direction.

COACHING POINTS

Being able to play shots with different spins is an ability that all players should strive to possess. Different spins require different responses so applying topspin and slices into the shots force the opponent to make constant changes in technique and tactic. Roger Federer or Agnieszka Radwanska are great examples of professional players who successfully implement different spins into their game.

In this drill, the player works on forehand topspin and slice. Technical side is of utmost importance because the player has to quickly change grips and racquet angle between the shots.

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The player stands on the service line and the coach feeds random balls. The player then responds with forehand drop shots.

Forehand Drills

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The coach feeds the ball to the backhand side and rises the racquet up. The player moves to the ball and hits backhand slice lob cross court. Coach's racquet is used as a point of reference for the player.

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