Help your players hit better overheads by improving their preparation
When hitting an overhead, getting into the ready position quickly is crucial. Many players make the mistake of seeing the ball coming and dropping their ...
The correct use of the wrist will help your players improve their contact point on the overhead
Many players struggle to make contact at the highest point when hitting an overhead shot. This difficulty often arises because they swing with their arm ...
Teach to use cross over steps to back up quicker to hit an overhead
When dealing with a deep ball, moving quickly is essential. Relying solely on side shuffles can be too slow, and you might not reach the ...
Teach the correct backswing position for a backhand slice
It's crucial for players to understand the correct starting position for their racket when executing a slice. Many players make the mistake of taking the ...
Teach to use the shoulder not the elbow to hit a slice backhand
Many players struggle with hitting slices because they mistakenly rely on their elbow to generate the shot.
Teach the Carioca Step to keep the body sideways on a backhand slice
When players hit a slice while moving forward, they often open up too much because their leg moves towards the ball. It's essential to teach ...
Help your players understand the correct wrist position on the slice backhand
Players who struggle with hitting a slice often try to chop down on the ball using their wrist, believing they need to attack it downward. ...
A good way to teach a two handed player a one handed slice
Many players struggle to understand the importance of the non-dominant hand's movement when hitting a one-handed backhand slice. This is especially true for two-handed players ...
Use the alley to teach the correct racquet path of the backhand slice
When teaching players to hit a backhand slice, it's crucial to emphasize the use of a continental grip. Any other grip will not be effective, ...
Correcting a faulty backswing on the forehand slice
Many players mistakenly try to use their wrist to create the cutting motion when slicing. However, it is crucial to keep the wrist up when ...
Teach a short backswing for the forehand slice
Another significant challenge with slice forehands is the tendency to take the racket back as if preparing for a regular forehand.
Help your players understand the correct racquet path on the slice forehand
Many players mistakenly think they need to chop down on the ball when attempting a slice. It is important to note that starting slightly above ...
Make Sure the Players use the correct grip on the forehand slice
One of the most common issues players face when trying to hit a slice forehand is using the incorrect grip. Many attempt this shot with ...
Correct an Open Racquet face in the backswing on the one-handed backhand
The way you take the racket back is crucial for setting up a good shot in tennis. One common mistake with the one-handed backhand is ...
Improve the fluidity of your players’ two handed backhand
When players are not rotating their hips properly, they often rely too much on their arms, causing them to get stuck in their movement.
Correcting a deficient shoulder position on the One handed backhand
When a player encounters a low ball, they often lean forward to hit the shot, causing their shoulders to tilt. This tilting requires a correction ...
“Freezing the finish” a great way to check your players’s balance and technique
Many times, we encounter players who, on the forehand side, fail to extend through the hitting area and instead come around it too early, leaving ...
Correcting the non dominant arm movement on the one handed backhand
As a coach, you've likely seen many players attempt a one-handed backhand and let their non-dominant hand follow the racket. To improve this technique, it's ...
Correcting a stiff swing
In all strokes, it is crucial to ensure that players are swinging at the ball rather than muscling or pushing the racket forward. This common ...
Correcting a faulty stance on the two handed backhand
A common issue with the two-handed backhand is players getting sideways with their foot pointing in the wrong direction. This often leads them to swing ...
Correcting a faulty closed stance on the two handed backhand
Stepping across the body is a common issue when executing a two-handed backhand, especially when players are running and stepping incorrectly.
Helping the players hit through contact
When players fail to push through the contact point and instead swing across it, it can negatively affect their shot's power and accuracy. To address ...
Correcting an elbow swing on a one handed backhand
Every coach has seen players attempting a one-handed backhand where they primarily use their elbow to swing. However, for an effective backhand, the power needs ...
Teaching a player to hit open stance, a progression
Teaching players to hit with an open stance can be challenging, especially if they're accustomed to hitting the ball with a closed stance. Here’s a ...
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