Players play the point out xcourt from the BH side. The only time the player can go dline is when they slice or drop shot or volley. The player that succeeds with that tactic and wins the point scores 2 points. If the point finishes xcourt either player can only score 1 point.
- the coach can also give bonus points for clean winner
- player anticipates opponent being out of position/balance/time when changing direction-decision making
On-court coaching is now fully legal, technology continues to advance, and the ATP calendar evolves. Here's what tennis coaches need to know for 2026.
Tennis demands a unique combination of endurance, power, agility, and flexibility. Physical preparation determines how long careers last and how players perform when it matters most.
Ecological dynamics is transforming tennis coaching. This constraints-led approach develops adaptable, creative players who can solve problems in competition, not just execute drilled patterns.