Orange Ball: Throw and catch

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DESCRIPTION

This drill is part of the groundstrokes developing progression, it is a very effective way to let them cooperate while improving their skills. The coach can correct them in the meantime.

Description: 

1. Form pairs. One is the thrower and one is the hitter.

2. The thrower tosses the ball and the hitter hits it back over the net. 

3. The thrower catches the ball. Each successful catch after one bounce means one point to the team, a catch on the full is rewarded 2 points. 

4. If the ball lands inside a hula hoop on the ground (Optional), it’s rewarded 3 points.

5. Change roles after a designated time.

Variations:

1. Players form teams with someone they haven’t played with when the coach indicates.

COACHING POINTS

1. Toss ball under hand.

2. Footwork skills 

3. Controlling the ball with the racquet.

 

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