Player and coach rally together.
The player hits shots in this pattern:
In this drill the player works on consistency and placement of the ball.
It is important to play the rally for as long as possible to guarantee improvement in a player's repetition, accuracy and fitness.
Explain to the player that by changing direction a lot will force the opponent to run more, so it will increase his/her chances of a successful, point winning shot.
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