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Tennis: Early Return

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Player 1 only has one serve. Player 2 is returning the ball whilst 1 metre inside the baseline or closer if the serve is short. Player 2 should be aiming for either target A or B.

COACHING POINTS

Returner must assume low position to return the serve.

Keep the head still on contact.

Split step at the right time.

Very little or no back swing (depending on the pace of the serve).

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OFTEN USED WITH...

Doubles returning:

-Players are positioned in a doubles formation as seen in the picture.
-The server will serve first and second serves as in a game situation.
-The receiver will hit any of the returns as shown in the picture.
-The players can play out the points after the return.
-After approximately 6-10 serves the players swop round so that each player gets to serve and return and from both sides.

Serve and Return

Chip and Charge:

Player 1 only has one serve. Player 2 returns and follows it into the net to volley or smash. The server should not be allowed to lob the first shot. Player 2 should aim for either a deep return or cross court.

Play out the points and first to seven points is the winner.

Serve and Return

Deep 2nd Serve:

Place some throw down lines (TDL)2 feet inside the service line.

The server has to serve the ball aiming to get it between the TDL and the service line. If the serve is in the designated area and the server wins the point they score 2 points, if its short they score one point

Serve and Return