Tennis Vault
Back, Bounce – Open Rally
In this drill, players focus on early preparation for a cross-court forehand rally. By learning to anticipate the ball’s trajectory and prepare early, players can improve their positioning, control, and response time.
The drill:
- The players need to be positioned on opposite sides of the court, ready for a cross-court rally.
- The players are explained the timing for calling “back” and “bounce.”
- The players should shout “back” as soon as the ball crosses the net.
- This timing helps players anticipate where they need to be and which shot to use.
- Players call “bounce” when the ball hits the court.
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