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Approach and rally

- Coach feeds the ball short. - Player has to hit an approach shot and then play a rally.

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Attacking and dominating with the serve

-Player 1 is serving in shaded area all the time.-Player 2 is not allowed to stand in the tramlines before player 1 serves.-After the return play out the point. -Each pair keeps their score and plays first to 7 points.

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Attacking

- Coach feeds in the ball.- The net player can hit any ball, but cannot go behind the service line.- Rotate after 6 points.

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Attacking Forehand

The aim is to encourage players to progressively attack on the move. Coach feeds 3 balls to player A as per diagram. Player A should aim to hit the return ball down the centre of the court. Player A then joins the queue and Player B joins the drill.

Forehand Drills

Attacking forehands on the move

Coach feeds three balls per player from the basket. Players should aim to hit the targets (as in diagram - can use cones to mark out targets). The aim is to encourage players to progressively attack on the move.

Forehand Drills

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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First volley and live!

The coach feeds the ball from the basket to player 1 who is moving forwards to play a 1st volley. As the coach makes contact with the ball player 1 must split step and aim to meet and hit the 1st volley on or inside the service line. They must play this ball deep down the line, whether it is a forehand or backhand volley and once this ball has been made, the point is live. Player 2 moves to whichever side the ball has been hit to and attempts to pass player 1 down the line. The point is played out in this way, first to 11 points before the players switch ends.

Volley Drills

Shot selection

-Players play in pairs as a team and alternate shots scoring a point each time a shot is hit in the back 1/3 of the court.-If a ball is hit short the players can attack. -Attacking shots should also be hit deep (1/3 back of court) and if they are hit as outright winners the team will score an extra 3 points.-First side to 7 points wins the game.-The game can also be started with service and then carried on as described above.

Rally Drills

Attacking Attacking - Tennis D...

<BR>- Coach feeds in the ball.<BR>- The net player can hit any ball, but cannot go behind the service line.<BR>- Rotate after 6 points.

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Forehand Attacking Forehand Dr...

Up to 4 players can be involved. The aim is to encourage players to progressively attack on the move. Coach feeds 3 balls to each player diagonally across the court. Feed 1 to the centre of the court, feed 2 slightly wider to the centre of the service box, and feed 3 wider towards the tramlines of the court. Players should use good footwork to get feet in the correct position around the ball to hit an inside out forehand straight back down the court. The drill should be continuous so as player A hits feed 2, player B is hitting feed 1.

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Attacking Midcourt Balls Attac...

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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Drop Shot Technique Attacking ...

Coach feeds easy balls to the player. Player tries to hit drop shots.

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Attack & Position Volley Drill...

Coach feeds easy ball around the service line.Player attacks using forehand and moves forward to the net.Player should stay on the same side where he hit the last ball too.

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Approach and Close Attacking -...

<br />The coach feeds into the service area.<br />-Before the coach feeds Player 1 has to nominate the corner into which they hit their approach shot.<br />-Player 1 plays an approach shot Player 2 has to hit down the line, Player 2 then finishes the rally at the net.

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Short Opportunity Attacking - ...

Coach feeds first ball deep to the forehand side.Player hits deep forehand down the line.Coach feeds second ball short to the backhand side.Player quickly runs around and hits offensive forehand inside in.

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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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Attacking forehand slice Foreh...

Coach feeds short ball to the forehand side.Player moves inside the court, hits attacking forehand slice deep down the line and takes proper position at the net.

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Attacking Forehand Forehand Dr...

The aim is to encourage players to progressively attack on the move. Coach feeds 3 balls to player A as per diagram. Player A should aim to hit the return ball down the centre of the court. Player A then joins the queue and Player B joins the drill.

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Attacking forehand off center ...

Coach feeds an easy ball down the middle of the court. Player moves forward and hits an agressive forehand to the deuce side. Player then moves forward to take up a proper position at the net.

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Tennis: Attacking forehands on...

Coach feeds three balls per player from the basket. Players should aim to hit the targets (as in diagram - can use cones to mark out targets). The aim is to encourage players to progressively attack on the move.

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Aggressive Forehand Forehand D...

Coach stands on the player's side of the court and feeds the ball with the racquet off the ground. Player moves forward and hits an aggressive forehand.

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Serve and return pattern with ...

The player serves from the Deuce side, aiming for the body of the imaginary opponent. The coach then feeds the ball to the player's backhand side. The player then has to hit an aggressive forehand inside out by running around to get into position to hit the shot.

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Backhand Backhand Drills - Ten...

<BR>Coach feeds live ball to Player who backhand returns<BR><BR>The coach then lays a cross court for the player who hits the ball at a target close to the baseline</BR>

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Attack + play points inside th...

2 players play points against each other. Player B feeds an easy ball. Player A attacks it and the point begins. Player A has to play the point all the time inside the baseline. Drill specifications:2-3 points and switchPoints are short so players can play few rallies in a row before they switch. Playing inside the baseline requires great footwork skills and many shots played in low position so lunges can be performed by waiting players to improve legs’ strength and become more natural while playing shots in really low position.

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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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Attack it or drop it Forehand ...

Player stands on the baseline. Coach feeds an easy ball and stays on the baseline or moves far behind it. Player has to make proper decision according to the coach’s position. If the coach is on the baseline player should attack the easy ball with a powerful groundstroke. If the coach moves far behind the baseline player should hit a drop shot.Drill specifications:4 repetitions per setSmall number of repetitions is required to achieve quality work. Peripheral vision is one of the skills that is necessary to effectively execute offensive strokes. Waiting players should work on making quick decisions after the visual sign so coach should prepare physical drills based on quick reaction.

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Attack and Intercept Doubles D...

<BR>-Player serves to deuce court towards feeder and comes to the net.<BR>-The first player on the advantage side shadows the server and comes to net.<br>-Feeder hits a ball to server who returns it cross court.<br>-Feeder hits towards server again but the shadow server intercepts and hits cross-court winner.

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Learn the Drive Backhand Drill...

The coach demonstrates how to execute backhand drive in the air and emphasizes 4 major steps: shoulder turn with backswing, positioning, high point of contact and weight transfer. Players shadows the stroke to get the feeling of a motion.Demonstration of a new skill can accelerate the learning process or it can prevent players from reaching higher levels. Coaches have to make sure that all players understand technical parts of this stroke before they move to the ball-specific drills.

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Regular Rally with a Drive Ral...

The player stands on the baseline, whilst the coach stands at the net. Both rally together; the player uses only backhand cross court, whilst the coach hits the ball back with a volley.The coach hits randomly a slower and higher ball to allow the player to hit backhand drive in the air.The next step of every skill is to check how the player can react to a situation where given skill can be used. Setting an environment, where the player is forced to react and use drive in the air, is an opportunity to develop tactical awareness.

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Tennis: Backhand return on the...

The coach seres to the player on the ad side. The player moves into position, lets the ball bounce and return with a backhand cross court side to the oach's ad side. Coach then return and again the player lets the ball bounce before returning it with a backhand cross court shot. Keeping the rally going the coach returns the ball high. The player has to move into position up the court and return using a backhand drive volley while the ball is still in the air. Note the three consecutive balls should be played as if in a rally.

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Push Out Rally Drills - Tennis...

Mark out continuations of the outside tram lines behind the court. Play out normal points but player can claim bonus points if the win the point after 'pushing' their opponent beyond the tram-lines.

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Tennis: Backhand regular + For...

Coach feeds first ball deep to the ad side. Player hits deep backhand cross-court. Coach feeds another ball short to the deuce side. Player moves inside the court and attacks down the line using forehand stroke.

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3 Shot Forehand Drill Forehand...

Players should use good quick footwork to get their feet in the correct position around the ball to play the shots. The aim is to encourage players to progressively attack on the move. Coach feeds 3 balls to 3 players. Feed 1 to player A at the net to play a forehand cross court volley. Feed 2 to player B to play a mid court forehand shot down the court. Feed 3 to player C to the corner of the court on the baseline, to play a forehand pass down the line. The drill should be continuous so as player A joins the queue. Player B moves to feed 1, player C to feed 2, player D to feed 3, so that the drill is continuous.

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Change Direction & Change Pace...

The player stands on the baselineCoach alternates feeding deep and short balls to the deuce sideThe player hits forehand cross-court from the baseline, attacking forehand down the line from the mid court, forehand down the line from the baseline and attacking forehand cross-court from the mid court area

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Attack easy balls Forehand & B...

Player stands on the baseline. Coach faces the player. Coach throws random balls to keep player in neutral/defensive position. Coach adds easier balls from time to time that player should attack.Drill specifications:1 set and switch1 player is working with the coach so other players have to perform other activities to keep improving while not hitting. Because ball perception is strongly connected with a reaction players should work on these skills while waiting for own turn. Simple cooperation where player A stands few meters away from player B and drops the ball that has to be caught after the one bounce is beneficial and can improve players effectiveness on the court.

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Tactical Solutions to Beat Different Opponents

To understand the type of the opponent, quickly analyse their playing style and choose the best possible tactical solution.

Serving wide to create the one two punch

This is the first part of this two-part attacking serving session - serving from the deuce court

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

Learning to take the ball early and inside the court

Get your players to take the ball at the top of the bounce, making the shot easier for themselves while simultaneously giving their opponent less time!

Making Slice Friendly For Kids

This session develops a players ability to hit balls with backspin.

Running Scenarios

Fluid movement is essential to firstly making balls and then being in a good position to play an effective shot. Go through the full repertoire of shots whilst on the move with this tough session.

Play With Intent

Get your players feeling confident while hitting volleys from different areas on the court...

Return Confidence

Don't shy away from the serve! Get your players returning confidently with this week's session!

Mix the Game Up Using the Drop Shot

Add an extremely useful weapon to your players arsenal by teaching them how to perfect the drop shot!

Get comfortable inside the court

Federer, 36 years old and still one of the best on tour. It?s because he moves so well around the court and varies his lengths and shots to dictate the play. It?s time your players did the same!

Forgotten Variety - Playing Backspin

To implement backspin as a variety that puts more pressure on the rival and understand tactical opportunities of playing slice in different situations.

Keep Constant Pressure On Your Opponent

To understand how to put pressure on the rival and work on specific patterns behind and inside the baseline.

Make your opponent move

Learn the combinations you need to have you opponent on a piece of string and control every point!

Developing A Killer Instinct

Get your players to develop a killer instinct and know how to win!

The lob: Last resort or a sneaky cat and mouse tactic?

Boost your players' lobbing confidence! Teach them how to recover with a defensive lob and catch opponents out of position at the net!

Rip and Chip - Attacking and D...

Rip-roaring fast shots sessions! Give your players the freedom to work on their power strokes and see how they dig deep to defend to keep the point alive

Attacking forehand tactics and...

The shot is a forehand that goes down the line on what would be the backhand side of the person hitting the ball.
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What practice drill could i use to improve attacking play in tennis?

What practice drill could i use to improve attacking play in tennis for youth players?

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How to beat a heavy top spin player?

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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