Move your feet May 20, 2013
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Move your feet
Description: Whether you are playing against an aggressive baseliner, a counter puncher or any other style of player, efficient footwork can solve a lot of problems. The video features Jorge Capestany talking about the importance of footwork and movement. Check out the drill and tips he has for you.
Tip:
Many times players blame their stroke technique for their errors, but poor footwork can also cause poor technique. The better you move, the more options you have with your shots. So what is your footwork number? How many times do your feet touch the ground during a rally?
Regardless of the style of player you are competing against, good footwork and movement can really make a difference in your stroke production and ability to chase down balls. Today we have Jorge Capestany discussing the importance of footwork and movement. Check out what he has to say.
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The slice backhand-The “L” shape May 7, 2013
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The slice backhand – The “L” shape
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Check out this video featuring USPTA Master Professional Rick Macci explaining the L-shape position on the one-handed slice backhand preparation.
Tip:
The one-handed backhand slice is a challenging shot for many players, especially for those accustomed to using a two-handed backhand. A good place to begin working on this shot is at the preparation stage. Is your player preparing correctly? Is her arm, elbow and racquet in the right position before starting the forward swing?
We have Rick Macci this week talking about the “L-shape” which describes the position of the arm and racquet on the take back for the one-handed backhand slice. Macci explains that having the elbow away from the body creates proper spacing for an efficient high-to-low swinging path. Use simple tips on the preparation and execution to help players develop/improve a successful one-handed slice.
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How can a player learn shot selection skill and how much of it depends on instinct? April 23, 2013
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How can a player learn shot selection skill and how much of it depends on instinct?
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The following video features USPTA Professionals Jim Parker, Rick Macci, Brett Hobden and Lorenzo Beltrame discussing the tactical subcomponent of shot selection and its importance to a player’s development.
Tip:
Successful shot selection represents a big asset to a player’s game. It is the ability to recognize what is going on in the point, know the shot options available, and make the best decision with minimum amount of thought. Shot selection is dependent on several factors including the player’s court position, that of the opponent’s and the characteristics of the incoming ball (speed, spin, height, direction, depth). During a match, a player may have to use lots of different patterns to win points. It all depends on what the player is capable of doing and what he intends to do to within that point.
Check out this week’s video featuring some of the best USPTA Pros talking about different ways players can improve their shot selection skills and how much of it depends on instinct.
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Seven tactics to use against the aggressive baseliner April 8, 2013
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Seven tactics to use against the aggressive baseliner
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Having trouble against the aggressive baseline player? Here are seven tactics that will help you compete against him. Add variety to your game and get ready for your next match!
Tip:
Many of us have played against those solid aggressive baseline players who pressured you with their powerful groundstrokes and made you feel like you couldn’t find the right tactics to use against them.
This week’s tip is about seven tactics that you can add to your arsenal and use against the aggressive baseliner next time you play one. Learn what makes the power player uncomfortable and use it against him.
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Keeping control of the point April 8, 2013
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Keeping control of the point
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Understanding the geometry of the court plays a big role into recovery, positioning and shot selection. Check out the following video featuring Sophie Woorons-Johnston, Ph.D., explaining these aspects.
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How many times have you competed against a player and felt like you were playing by his or her rules? Were you doing all the running and it seemed like you couldn’t get him or her to do the same? What can you do to turn things around and be the one dictating the point?
This week’s tip features USPTA Professional Sophie Woorons-Johnston, Ph.D., giving a few tips on how to be in control of the point. Learn about the importance of the split step, recovery, positioning and shot selection.
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Six tactics to use against a moonballer March 11, 2013
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Six tactics to use against a moonballer
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Having difficulties playing against the moonballer opponent? Here are six tactics that you can use against this style of player.
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How many times have you played against a moonballer and got frustrated because you couldn’t play your regular game? Every time you hit an aggressive shot he or she uses your pace and responds with a high arching ball, pushing you behind the baseline. The rallies go on forever. However, a typical moonballer might have limited weapons and moonballing might be the only thing he or she can do better than you.
Check out this week’s tip to learn a few tactics that you can use against this style of player.
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Two-handed backhand return of serve February 26, 2013
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Two-handed backhand return of serve
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Learn how to improve your two-handed backhand return. Here is USPTA Professional Mark Bey with a few tips.
Tip:
The backhand return of serve can sometimes be difficult, especially when you are a two-handed player and are used to stepping into the ball. Stepping in or stepping across on a two-handed backhand return may cause players to be late or lose balance, resulting in poor execution. This week’s tip features USPTA Professional Mark Bey talking about how to return using an open stance two-handed backhand and taking time away from the opponent. He emphasizes the importance of the unit turn, loading on the outside leg and transferring the weight into the shot.
Learn how to take time away from your opponent next time you are returning.
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Wide-time pressure February 5, 2013
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Wide-time pressure
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Having trouble getting to those wide balls that put you in a defensive position? USPTA Professional Mark Kovacs, Ph.D., describes it as a wide-time pressure situation. Check out a few exercises that you can do to improve lateral movement and loading on the outside leg.
Tip:
This week’s tip features USPTA Professional Mark Kovacs, Ph.D., demonstrating a couple of exercises that will help improve a player’s movement and footwork to wide balls. The exercises involve a 2- to 6-pound medicine ball and resistance bungee tubing with a belt. Two to four sets of 6-12 repetitions are recommended. Kovacs emphasizes the use of the open stance and loading effectively on the outside leg.
These exercises should not be done without the supervision of a certified strength and conditioning trainer or a certified tennis-teaching professional who is knowledgeable about biomechanics and specific tennis training.
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The serve and volley exercise January 22, 2013
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The serve and volley exercise
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Having trouble with the serve and volley? Here is Emilio Sanchez Vicario with a drill that will help players gain confidence when moving into the net. Check out his drill now!
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We all know that the serve-and-volley tactic is not easy to execute, but it’s very rewarding if done correctly. This week, USPTA Master Professional and former ATP player Emilio Sanchez Vicario shows us a drill that works on serving and volleying. The player begins with a serve out wide, moves in to hit a backhand volley crosscourt and keeps moving in as he hits two more volleys. He then moves back for an overhead and the drill ends with him coming back in for a final backhand volley.
Make the drill scalable by adjusting the feeds according to the player’s level. Try it out with your players at the next practice session.
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Half volley January 10, 2013
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Half volley
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Check out this video featuring USPTA Professional and former ATP player Hank Pfister with technical and tactical tips on half volleys.
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Having trouble with that mid-court ball that drops at your feet? Do you tend to miss it in the net or pop it up too much? Does the opponent end up hurting you on the next ball?
If you answered yes to any of those questions, watch USPTA Professional and former ATP player Hank Pfister as he explains how to hit forehand and backhand half volleys more effectively.
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