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Angle it aggressively Forehand...

Coach feeds an easy ball to attack. Player runs and hits aggressive angle shot.Drill specifications:1-5 repetitions per set This drill suits individual lessons as also can be successfully used with more players on the court. When coach is working only with 1-2 students more repetitions can be used to allow players correct own mistakes by looking at the previous shots. Group lessons will be more effective with players switching after one shot because it guarantees good pace of the drill as also all the players will be learning from others all the time.

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Open The Court With Angle Back...

The coach and player rally together from the advantage side. The player's goal is to open the court with the angle shot. After a successful rally with the backhand angle, the coach then hits an easy ball to let the player finish with a down the line drive.

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Angle rally (forehand) Volley ...

Player A stands close to the net, whilst Player B stands closer to the side line. Player A works on angle volleys while rallying with the partner and Player B hits only drives after the bounce.

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Hit angle from anywhere Foreha...

Player stands on the baseline. Coach faces the player. Coach throws different balls to one side. Player hits angle shot and recovers.Drill specifications:1-5 reps per setClose drills can be easily adjusted to the different numbers of players. Coach can make this drill really dynamic by switching the players after only one hit. This variation is a great way to stay in the rhythm of hitting and to learn from others while waiting only few seconds for own turn. To improve cooperation and teamwork coach can put one of the players to feed the ball however coach has to be aware of player’s feeding skills and give him instructions on where to aim with the feed. While having a someone to feed coach can stay next to the hitting players and constantly give feedback about their performance.

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Open the court and finish down...

2 players rally together in cross court direction. Player A picks the right moment to hit angle shot and opens the court up. After successful angle shot player finishes the next ball down the line.Drill specifications:1 point and switchOnly 2 players can play at one court so quick change after the point is the best way to keep all players hitting. While waiting for own turn players should perform specific fitness drills that will lead to the improvements in their games. Jump rope or footwork on the ladder are quick and dynamic exercises that can be used to achieve these goals.

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Behind the Baseline and Sideli...

Coach feeds balls to the deuce side.Player alternates hitting deep forehand cross-court and forehand angle cross-court.

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Use court geometry Forehand Dr...

The coach feeds balls to the forehand side and the player alternates hitting deep forehand down the line and angle forehand cross-court.

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Surprising inside out opener F...

2 players use backhands to rally together in cross court direction . Player A picks the right moment to surprise the opponent and hits forehand angle inside out. After putting the opponent outside of the alley player A takes the next ball and finishes with backhand down the line.Drill specifications:1-2 minutes and switch2 players can work on forehands and backhands at the same time so 1-2 minutes periods for switching are appropriate. Waiting players can perform some footwork exercises with the emphasis on running around footwork patterns based on crossover steps to improve the effectiveness of the angle shot while hitting.

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Move the defender Backhand Dri...

The coach feeds balls to the backhand. The player alternates hitting deep backhand down the line and short angle backhand cross court.

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Avoid deuce deep corner - back...

Cones are set in the deuce deep area. The coach feeds balls to the forehand or backhand and the player hits the ball while avoiding the deep deuce corner.

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CC Rally on Service Line Volle...

Players stay on the service lines and rally together in a cross-court direction. Players have to hit all the balls in the air.

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Returning with Angles - Progre...

The server then plays out the point and returner gains bonus points if the angled returns hit the designated areas between the service line and the inside tramline and eventually wins the point.

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Defensive slice off own side F...

The player stands on the baseline and the coach stands in front of the player on the same side. The coach feeds the ball off own side to the deuce corner. The player sprints and hits defensive slice down the line.

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Cross-court strategy for advan...

The coach feeds the ball to the deuce side (close to the sideline). The player hits forehand angle cross-court and quickly comes to the net and the coach feeds another ball to the ad side. The player finishes with backhand volley cross-court.

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Tennis: Doubles Backhand Slice...

Set up cones coach side on an angle, near the transverse line and doubles alley.Player stands on the deuce side.Coach feeds the balls to the middle of the court.Player executes backhand slice angle cross-court aiming for the cones.

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Tennis: Avoid deuce deep corne...

Cones are set in the deuce deep area. The coach feeds balls to the forehand or backhand and the player hits the ball while avoiding the deep deuce corner.

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Zone dictates the shot Forehan...

2 zones are set on player B side (deep corner and angle). Players rally together in cross court direction. Player A can pick one of 2 options. If the player hits deep zone 2 times in a row, he finishes the next ball with a down the line shot. If the player hits an angle zone, he finishes the next ball with a drop shot down the line.Drill specifications:1 min and switchOnly 2 players can work on one court so time changes are working perfectly for this type of drill. Rest of the players should perform physical exercises e.g footwork on the ladder or jumping rope while waiting for own turn.

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Short Ball Groundstrokes Foreh...

Players start off on centre of court and move forward towards service line and hit balls down the line.

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Deep directions + drop shot ch...

Deep zone and angle zone are set by cones. Coach feeds balls to one side. Player performs tactical pattern based on deep down the line shot, deep cross court shot, and drop shot down the line.Drill specifications:1-2 repetitions per set1-2 patterns in a row is a number that each players should hit. With more players coach can set up 2 lines to work on forehand and backhand at the same time but it requires good feeding skills to keep the patterns in a right pace. Waiting players can perform physical drills or they can imitate well-disguised drop shot to get comfortable with the last-second change of grip and drop shot motion.

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Avoid deuce deep corner - back...

Cones are set in the deuce deep area. The coach feeds balls to the forehand or backhand and the player hits the ball while avoiding the deep deuce corner.

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Opening up the court Forehand ...

Players start the centre. Players moveout to play forehand crosscourt. They then recover and play a backhand in service box to opposide Side-T angle

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Deep Cross-Court & Short Down ...

Player stands on the baseline.Coach feeds balls to the forehand side.Player alternates hitting a deep forehand slice cross-court and a forehand drop shot down the line.

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Offensive Running Volley Attac...

Player starts on the service line.Coach stands close to the net and feeds the ball off own side.Player sprints forward and hits finishing angle volley on the run.

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Tennis: Volley and charge at t...

Coach feeds the balls to the same side of the court. The player has to hit three balls to complete a full run through of the drill. The player hits each ball to a specific zone marked out with two cones. After the shot the player has to move toward the net. The third shot should be played close to the net. After the third shot the player moves back to their starting position on the court.

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2 and 1 Backhand Drills - Spor...

Players rally together. Player A hits 2 backhands cross-court and 1 backhand down the line. Player B responds with all shots to the backhand corner.

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Stop-volley control Forehand &...

Player stands close to the net.Coach feeds random balls in different directions.Player reacts and hits only stop-volleys down the line.

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Hitting a simple lob while on ...

The coach stands at the centre of the court at the net. He/she then feeds the ball to the player's ad side and lifts the racquet up above their head. The player has to move toward the ball and hit a backhand lob cross court. The aim of this drill is for the player to get the ball to pass above the coach's racquet.

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Returning with Depth Serve and...

Place Throw down lines (TDL) 1m inside the baseline on the servers sideThe server 2nd serves and the returner is trying to return the ball between the TDL and the baseline. Play out the point after the serve and if the returner hits the depth area and eventually wins the point they get a bonus point.Advanced progression - returner receiving both 1st and 2nd serves inside the baseline or close to the service box.

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Attacking Midcourt Balls

This drill should be used to help players deal with easy balls and get them to attack the ball. The coach starts the drill with a mid-court feed, at various heights. The player has to hit the ball to the targets either deep or angled. The coach feeds 6 balls and then the next player starts.

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Building points through deep cross court shots

The coach feeds the ball to team A, they then have to hit it into the target area cross court. -Player from team B hits down the line if possible, however if under pressure from the depth or pace of the shot,then player B should play cross court or down the middle.Team A are hitting mostly cross court.

Rally Drills

Inside-out Forehand

Coach feeds the ball down the lineThe player starts in the middle and runs round to hit an inside-out cross court forehand to the target areaAlternatively a target can be positioned down the line and every third stroke can be hit to that direction

Forehand Drills

Moving opponent

-Place markers in each corner.-Players aim for either of the two outside markers attempting to make the opponent move.-Players must recover quickly after each shot.

Rally Drills

Passing shots

Starting with a feed to either forehand or backhand at random players play their first shot down the line after which the players can play out the point. No lobs allowed.

Forehand & Backhand Drill

Returning with Angles

TDL are placed half a metre inside the singles service line The server 2nd serves and the returner aims for the target. Progression - As before however, server plays out the point and the returner gains a bonus point if the returner hit the designated area and eventually wins the point

Serve and Return

Sticky Volley and Lob

-Start off by placing a hoop in between the service line and the net(as shown in the picture).-Players 1 and 2 are playing out the point whilst player 3 is trying intercept the ball that player 2 is hitting.-The person at the net has to have at least one foot in the hoop at any one time. -The player on their own has to avoid the person at the net by hitting all the balls wide or lobbed. If the point is won by a volley extra points are awarded.-First one to 11 points and then swap around.

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angle SESSIONS
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Learning to volley with accura...

Put some punch in your players' volleys and get your players to close down the angle and go on the attack!

Using the Middle to Approach and Defend

Mix things up with the middle shot! Get your players using this underrated, high-percentage shot to reduce their opponent's options and take command of the point

Developing The Basics Of The Baseline Game

Learn how to perfect the baseline game and dominate your opponent!

Hitting Without a Bounce

To understand opportunities that are available at the net to put more pressure on the opponent.

Learning The Backhand Half Volley

To learn the basics of a backhand half-volley shot at the net and make it an automatic response for players dealing with shots at their legs.

Serving wide to create the one two punch: Advantage court

Get your players using the flat and kick serve to develop an aggressive serve and first shot combination

Responding to Drop-shots and Short Angles under pressure

Have your players mastered the dark art of the Drop-Shot and do they know how to spot a disguised Drop-Shot themselves? Find out in this tennis coach plan

Develop volleying success and netplay

Develop your players all round volleying skills so they can successfully hit the stroke from all positions on the court while getting them into the habit of moving forward after the shot.

Attacking and Defensive Cross Court Shots

By keeping it simple and hitting cross court shots your player will avoid unforced errors and manipulate their opponent into returning the ball so they can hit their favourite point winning shot

Achieving Backhand Stroke Consistency

Help your players achieve backhand stroke consistency in this great session packed with live ball drills!
angle ANSWERS
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How to beat a heavy top spin p...

can anyone suggest a tennis tactics on defeating a player who uses looping topspin?this type of player loves to rally, uses high bouncing topspin, and loves long rallies . however his opponent hates long rallies and ends up losing the point. any suggestions ?

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I'm having trouble teaching the backhand volley. The?

I'm having trouble teaching the backhand volley. The girls don't seem to have enough arm/wrist strength and/or they don't get the correct angle on their racquet. Suggestions?

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What can you do to help a player with their serve?

What can you do to help a player with their serve, when they say they want to get more power on it?

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How do I give my player the winning instinct?

To Marieke Das (who answered my previous question)%3A The 16-year old male loves tennis, and loves winning. It's just that he cannot carry his good game from practice to match. His shots become shorter, and with less pace. Even his net game suffers. I fear he is afraid to fail. What should I try?

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