Type:
Singles Category: Groundstrokes/volley
Levels: Intermediate/adv. Time/players: 10 minutes/1-4
Description and goals:
Players focus on consistency and direction of groundstrokes and volleys. Ball control is key so that players can execute all three shots required in the drill.
Organization:
Player A is on the baseline with player B at the net. Pro feeds ball to player A, who hits groundstroke down the line to player B. Player B hits volley crosscourt. Player A runs and hits groundstroke down the line into target area marked by the singles sideline and a cone. If either of the first two shots is missed, then pro feeds a wide ball to player A so he can hit the running shot down the line. Rotate baseline players after third shot. Rotate players to net position after a couple of minutes. Variations: Have players placed crosscourt from each other to hit the third shot crosscourt. Do the drill for the backhand.
Key points:
The drill can only be effective if everyone is being consistent and keeping the ball in play.
