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Volleys Volley Drills - Tennis...

- (1) volleys to (3) cross court with forehand volleys only.<BR>- If a mistake is made change with non-player.<BR>- Footwork is essential.

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Overhead Volley Volley Drills ...

The coach feeds 20 balls from the basket alternating between an overhead and a put-away volley.The players aim the overheads at the deeper targets and the volleys at the shorter targets, hitting cross-court and closing the net down as they do so.The coach can feed forehand volley then backhand volley alternately after the smash but they should also vary this and change the pattern - so maybe they will get another forehand volley instead of the backhand that they were expecting.Once the player has completed the 20 ball set they go around the far end of the court to pick the balls up, and the next player has their turn.Up to 5 sets of 20 can be repeated in this way.

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Volleys Volley Drills - Tennis...

- Player plays two rapid fire volleys from either side, then goes to the back of the queue.<BR>- Set up targets i.e. cones.<BR>- Split step before volleys hit!.

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Cope With Low Volleys Volley D...

The player begins by standing on the service line, with the coach tossing short balls to the backhand side. The player must move across and backhand volley the ball down the line.

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Drop The Volley Rally Drills -...

Set up as shown with three cones close to the net, with these cones being the player's target on their second shot. Player and coach stand at the net, and the coach feeds the ball to the forehand side.The Player hits a forehand volley to the coach who then hits it back to the backhand side, where the player must react quickly to backhand drop volley the ball cross-court, aiming to get the ball in between the three cones.

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Volleys first and second. Voll...

2 Lines on service line. Position players executes first then second volleys.

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Zig Zag Volleys After Approach...

Players approach on Forehand, switches to backhand for first volley, then changes to forehand volley.

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Return and Volley Pattern Serv...

Coach serves from the deuce side to the T. Player hits backhand deep return cross court and comes to the net. Coach feeds the next ball to the deuce side. Player finishes with forehand deep volley cross court.

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Fast Hands Volley Drills - Ten...

Player stands on the service line, with the coach on the opposite side of the net. The coach quickly tosses balls to the forehand side for the player to hit a forehand volley cross court. The drill should be done at a fast pace and players should hit as many balls as they can.

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Approach and volley Volley Dri...

Players start off on baseline moves into no mans land for approach shot then move up to hit a 1st volley and finish with a 2nd volley.

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Aternating Volleys Forehand & ...

Players line up on service line and hit 1st backhand volley to 3, then continues forward to 2nd volley which is forehand down the line.

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Effective all-court volleys Vo...

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.

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Agility Volleys Volley Drills ...

Two lines inside service line. Players move out, execute shot then recovers to touch the cone. Player then hits second shot, rotates around cone and back of the line.

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Recovery Volleys 2 Volley Dril...

Players are positioned just inside the centre service line. The player then moves forward for backhand volley then recovers around cone for forehand volley.

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Touch at the net Volley Drills...

<BR>-One player is positioned on the service line, the other closer to the net.<BR>-Player 1 lobs every second shot and player 2 hits alternately volleys and smashes.<BR>-This is a warm up drill and players focus on keeping the ball in play.<BR>-The drill can be done with or without rackets.<BR>-Players swop round after approximately 3 minutes.

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Quick hands: Rat-a-tat volleys...

Both players are at the net in the volley position, rallying cooperatively to each other for 1 minute.Players are trying to achieve as many volleys as they can in one minute. If they hit the ball into the net or the opposing player can't reach the ball, the next ball is fed in immediately and the drill continues.The minute is repeated 5 times with the players resting for 1 minute between sets to recover and think of ways to improve their score!Scores are counted and can be compared with other courts or players to make the drill competitive.

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Difficult backhand volley Voll...

Player stands close to the center. Coach feeds hard ball close to the sideline. Player tries to hit the ball with backhand volley.

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Volley on the 'V' Volley Drill...

Purpose:Learn correct movement to volley!Coach feeds alternately from side to side.Players hit volleys and recover position to the middle each time.Must stay inside the throw down lines (cones)Feed is set of 6-8 balls.

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Backhand Volley - 3 Heights Ba...

The player starts on the service line and is fed 3 balls in a row at different heights to the backhand side. The player must execute a backhand volley from each of these feeds.

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Drive volley Volley Drills - T...

Players run from centre of court towards a short fed high ball to hit a drive volley winner down the line.

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Catch & Throw Like A Volley Vo...

Working on volleys should be incorporated in the early stages of learning tennisIt is not purely about volleying well but it is about not being scared of the incoming ball as also playing without the bounce and without the backswingKids who are introduced to the net game on mini-court find it easier to come to the net also while playing on bigger court so this transition is smoother if the proper approach is taken with smaller court and softer balls

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Perfect it in the box! Volley ...

<BR>-Players take it in turns to play volleys and ground strokes in the service box.<BR>-Players swop round after approximately 3 minutes.

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4 zone progression Volley Dril...

Coach feeds balls to the player at different areas of the court. Player has to hit 4 balls in a row to the specific zones: (1.deep deuce, 2.deep ad, 3.short deuce, 4.short ad).

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Mini Tennis Volley Drills - Te...

2 players volley crosscourt to ground strokeers (second volley position)

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Net game reaction Volley Drill...

Player stands at the service line. Coach feeds the ball to the player's forehand side. The player returns the ball to the coach using a forehand volley shot. Coach hits the ball short to the backhand side. Player runs and responds with backhand volley drop shot.

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Warm up: touching the cones Vo...

Players warm up by running and performing dynamic stretches. The coach should ask players to perform exercises which will help to develop the skills related to the half-volley. In this warm up set up two cones about 1.5 metres apart. Ask your player to stand facing the cones, then reach down to the cone on his/her left with their right hand. Then return to the standing position before reaching for the left cone with the right hand.

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Volley shadowing with weights ...

Player holds light dumbbell in dominant hand. Player imitates volleys with weight.

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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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Volley reaction

- Coach feeds the ball low over the net.- 2 players try to beat the goalie.- They must bend low to attack the volleys.- A point is scored if the ball is hit between the cones.- Play 15-20 balls then rotate.

Volley Drills

Volley

- Player plays 2 volleys, then joins the back of the queue.- Coach gives low feeds, from hand feed, to encourage players to lunge.

Volley Drills

Volleys

- A has rally with B.- Keep control, for safety and to ensure right stroke.- Swap after a few minutes.

Volley Drills

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volleys SESSIONS
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The complete backhand volley

Get your players to master the backhand volley and dominate at the net with this session!

Conscious Play at the Net

Have a clear idea of where to hit your volleys. Don't snatch at the volley, control the depth and the speed to be able to gain better court position or win the point.

Punchy Volleying With Accuracy and Intent

Put some punch in your players' volleys and have them closing down the angle to put pressure on their opposition as they go on the attack!

Variety at the net

Answer all the questions that the opponent throws you at the net with this session, getting you confident and using variety to win the point

Tactical basics for effective match play

Understand tactical plays to create an advantage on the court by playing shots with a good depth to allow the player to approach the net and finish the point.

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.

Complex Volleying

Teach how to volley from different heights and get your players winning at the net!

Hitting Without a Bounce

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

Play With Intent

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

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.

No more Boring Basket Drills

Make training interesting by mixing up the practices to get your players thinking how to adapt from one situation to the next.

Work with the Depth

Produce a player that recognises the value of varying the depth to dictate where the opponent plays from on the court. This session is great to learn the game as well as refine the skills to develop your player tactically and technically.

Volleying With Confidence

Ensure your players are comfortable at the net and make them aware of when is best to move in to take control of the point with controlled volleys

Varying The Depth At The Net

To improve depth perception when coming into the net to hit the ball with precision at various depths on the approach or at the net.

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!

Good Performance Close to the Net

To work on different aspects of volleying and positioning at the net to develop an effective net game.
volleys ANSWERS
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How do you beat someone who is clearly inferior but?

How do you beat someone who is clearly inferior but just keeps the ball in play?

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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 is the best way to teach the backhand volley to?

What is the best way to teach the backhand volley to mini reds age 5-7 years? Do you encourage seperation of nondominant hand on contact 'fly'?

Karen Atkinson Coach, England

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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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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How to plan 4 progressive lessons?

Hi, I'm on Level 2 Tennis Assistant Coach course, and have a task to plan 4 progressive lessons, explaining the objectives,overall aims and what the players should be able to do before they move onto the next lesson. I did my Level 1 11 years ago, so I'm a bit out of touch. Can any one help please?

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group coaching

I want to design an 8 sessions for 2 beginners players

Asim 0 Coach, Qatar

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