Cones are set in the ad corner. The coach feeds high balls to the forehand side, the player then executes forehand drive in the air to the ad side.
Forehand in the air is an important skill to add offensive solution to own game. Being able to take the ball out of the air is a tactical weapon that puts more pressure on defensive players.
In this drill, the player works on forehand in the air. Feeding the balls from the basket is the way to get comfortable with the stroke and allow technical corrections when needed. Adding targets to this exercise is a great way to make players more focused or to make them competitive against each other by counting points for each successful shot.
The slice backhand is experiencing a renaissance in modern tennis, valued for its ability to change pace, create approach opportunities, and neutralise powerful opponents. This guide breaks down the technique, tactical applications, and training progressions coaches need to develop this essential shot at every level.
The 90 seconds of a changeover can determine the outcome of a tennis match. This article explores structured changeover routines that help players process the previous game, regulate emotions, and plan tactically for the next game - skills that separate consistent performers from talented underachievers.
From sensor-equipped rackets to AI-powered coaching, technology is making tennis training more precise than ever. Here's what actually works.