“Are you attacking, building or defending on this ball?”
The phase where you have the advantage: you're inside the court, your opponent is pushed back or wide, and the ball is high or close to the net.
“Short ball, you're inside the court. Go for it.”
The phase where neither player has the advantage. The goal is to move the opponent and create an opening, without taking big risks.
“Build the point. Wait for the short ball.”
The phase where your opponent has the advantage. The goal is to get the ball back high and deep to buy time.
“Under pressure? Hit it high and deep and reset.”
Keeping the ball in play over many shots. The first tactical goal at every young stage.
“Win by making one more ball than them.”
Choosing what to do with the ball.
The phase where you have the advantage: you're inside the court, your opponent is pushed back or wide, and the ball is high or close to the net.
“Short ball, you're inside the court. Go for it.”
The phase where neither player has the advantage. The goal is to move the opponent and create an opening, without taking big risks.
“Build the point. Wait for the short ball.”
The phase where your opponent has the advantage. The goal is to get the ball back high and deep to buy time.
“Under pressure? Hit it high and deep and reset.”
Keeping the ball in play over many shots. The first tactical goal at every young stage.
“Win by making one more ball than them.”
Choosing where the ball goes: cross-court or down the line.
“Cross-court is the safe choice.”
How close to the opponent's baseline the ball lands. Deep balls push opponents back.
“Aim past the service line.”