Coach and player rally together. Coach hits different balls (left, right, high, low). Player responds with volleys/overheads to the centre.
Consistency is a first step to be successful at the net. Players have to feel comfortable while coming in and it can only happen when they feel confident. Variety of balls is a good challenge for players because they have to adjust to different balls and place it into the proper area.
Most club players practise the serve on its own and then have no idea what to do with the ball that comes back. Serve plus one is the pattern that turns a good serve into a won point.
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