Back to Basics with Pros: Using a Ball to Shorten the Swing
Even top players continue working on fundamentals. Here we see Jürgen Müller in our camp in Albarella/Itally in the fall...
Sprint with split-step and shadow volleys
Improve technique and footwork on the volley with this movement and shadowing drill.
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Control depth and direction with the mini net when volleying
In this lesson, the players use a small net (mini-net) just before the T-line as a horizontal space divider. Depending o...
Backhand Approach and Backhand Volley Down the Line
The coach places the mini net parallel to the side line, between the service line and baseline (not quite in the middle)...
Tossing to practice half volleys
The coach tosses the balls. Each player hits one half volley. The players hit low to high.
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Coordination – One Legged Volleys on a Balance Mat
The player stands on a balance mat on one leg and volleys balls tossed by the coach. Training goal: This exercise is d...
Mobility – Quads and Hip Flexors
The player grabs his/her ankle and pulls the leg back trying to get the foot close to the glutes as possible. The player...
Mobility – Shoulders and Upper Chest
The player bends forwards at the net, keeping his/her arms straight and placing his/her arms on the net. The player push...
Coordination – One Legged Arm Lifts on a Balance Mat
The player stands on a balance mat on one leg and lifts a stick straight above his/her head with both arms. Training g...
Coordination – One Legged Rotational Medicine Ball Throws on a Balance Mat
The player stands on a balance mat on one leg and throws a medicine ball back to the coach using a two handed rotational...