Cones (stations) are set on the player's side. The player starts from the first cone and the coach feeds the ball. The player then tries to hit the ball into the deuce zone. If he makes it he is allowed to move to the next station. If he doesn't he tries until he makes a successful shot.
Tennis is a situational game so players can't work only on general strokes. Modern game requires ability to hit effective volleys from any place on the court so the players have to include these drills into the practice sessions. Being able to hit well-placed volleys from behind the service line is a real asset to make own game more offensive in singles as also to effectively approach the net in doubles.
In this drill, the player works on control and placement. Being able to control the ball and put it into the deep corner is a big advantage especially against defensive players so coaches have to explain to their players why they do this type of drill. Additionally, this exercise can work really well in group lessons because the coach can make it as a competition e.g how many shots do you need to finish the stations or how many stations in a row you can advance without a miss.
"It is not only useful for staff who are experienced but a valuable tool for those subject staff who have to take teams."
The variety of sessions across sports - sometimes we steal session ideas from one sport and use them with another.
As we enter the business end of the competition, we take a look at the remaining eight teams and the key talking points surrounding each side.