Closing volley at the net using forehand and backhand.
Coach feeds the ball underarm from the centre service line close to the net, for the player to play alternate forehand and backhand volleys.
Players volleys are to be returned short and sharp over the net.
Feed 6 balls then rotate.
Racquet head to meet the feed as high as possible to play the ball down.
Quick footwork to get feet in the correct position to play the shot.
Recover to play the next shot.
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