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Singles Tactical Principles
Return a Drop Shot Down the Line Unless you can Attack it
When running down a drop shot, hit the ball back deep down the line unless you can hit a forcing shot crosscourt...
Singles Tactical Principles
Vary the Speed Height and Spin to Force the Opponent to Hit Short
One of the main strategies in tennis is to work the point to force the opponent to hit a short ball that you can attack....
Singles Tactical Principles
Use the Down the Line Shot Mostly When you are Inside of the Court and in Control of the Point
Hitting a down the line shot makes it harder to recover to the ideal spot after the shot. Therefore, use the down the li...
Singles Tactical Principles
Pick the Right Time to Hit Angles
The ideal time to hit angles is when you have a short wide ball. That is you are inside the court and close to the sidel...
Singles Tactical Principles
Use Height to Gain Time
When in trouble and off the court, make sure you hit the ball high and crosscourt. That will give you the best chance to...
Singles Tactical Principles
Take Time from the Opponent by Catching the Ball Early
Letting the ball get to you instead of moving forward to hit it gives the opponent more time to recover between shots....
Singles Tactical Principles
Start the Attack with an Inside-out Forehand when you Run Around your Backhand
When running around your backhand it is very important that you wait for the right time to hit inside in. Thi...
Singles Tactical Principles
To Hit an Effective Drop shot you Need to be in Control of the Point and Use Disguise
A drop shot will only be effective when you are able to surprise the opponent. Ideally you have to use it in situations...
Singles Tactical Principles
Adjust your swing to the Incoming Ball
Tennis is a game of adjustments. The opponent’s balls are always different and your job is to adjust your swing to be ab...
Singles Tactical Principles
Hit the Ball crosscourt any Time you are in a Neutral or Defensive Position
By hitting the ball crosscourt, you do not have to move as much to recover after the shot. So, anytine you are in a neut...
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