Return to the Middle or Crosscourt if the Serve Pulls you Wide
When a serve pulls you off the court and you return down the line, you are very vulnerable to a forcing crosscourt shot...
Do not Let the Opponent Surprise you with their Best Serve on Key Points
As you play a match you should study the opponent. Find out his/her favorite patterns and shots. Then use this informati...
Pick Smart Return Targets on Key Points
On key points, return consistently by picking smart targets. Hit towards the middle or crosscourt to give yourself more...
Returning Against a Serve and Volleyer
Aim to the middle of the court and low to return a first serve when the opponent is serving and volleying. On second ser...
Remind Yourself to Watch the Ball and to Remain Relaxed when Returning on Key Points
The most common sources of mistakes on key points are tension and lack of focus on the ball. Reminding yourself to watch...
On Second Serves vary your Position when Returning to take Advantage of your Strengths
A second serve gives you a little more time to move and adjust. Therefore, it may allow you to run around and return wit...
Step in to Catch the Kick Serve Early
A kick serve will bounce high, and once the ball gets over your shoulders it is very hard to control.
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Do not Miss the Chance to Attack a Weak Second Serve
A key tactical concept in tennis is to work the point until you get an easy shot to attack. Sometimes the opponent’s sec...
Return on a Second Serve: If you Run Around the Backhand on the Ad Court, Start the Point Inside Out
If you run around, start the point inside out unless you are trying to hit a winner or as a variation.
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Start Moving Forward Early if you are Returning and Attacking the Net
If you are planning to move in, start moving forwards early, do not wait until you hit your return.
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