Volley

Backhand and Forehand Volley

As Alex hits against the ball machine watch his split step between shots to be prepared for either a forehand or backhand return. Notice the short draw back to the racket and the stepping forward to add weight to the volley. When you play the left view clip notice how Alex strikes the ball with a sharp angle to absorb pace, a useful drop volley strategy to more accurately place your shot.

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Volley - Backhand

Note these anchor points as you watch yourself swing in front of The Coach in the Mirror: 1. Maintain the head and shoulders in a triangular plane parallel to the net. 2. Prepare the racket early with racket head up and elbows in to the body. 3. Step forward on outside foot to load as you are on your way to hit the ball. 4. Keep the hands close together with the left hand behind the racket. 5. Release racket from left hand and swing down and through the ball, left hand remains back.

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Volley - Forehand

Note these anchor points as you watch yourself swing in front of The Coach in the Mirror: 1. Racket head up. 2. Step in 3. Elbows in. 4. Limited backswing 5. Follow through keeping hands soft

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