Player serves from the deuce side and delivers a wide serve, in between the cones. The coach will then hit the ball back cross-court, where the player finishes with a forehand down the line, aiming between the cones that are down the line.
Building patterns is a crucial part of a player's development. Player has to feel comfortable with hitting aggressive shots immediately after the serve to dominate the point from the first shot. In this particular exercise, player opens the court with a wide serve and finishes the point with a forehand down the line. Placement of the ball and speed of the racquet are 2 areas that a player and coach should pay attention to.
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.
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