Category:
Tennis Tips
Published Date: Mar 10, 2007
Topic: Approach Shots
By: Your Coach S.R
In general, there are three ways you can
take the net.
 Number
one, you can serve and run to the net. This is called serve
and volley and is definitely the most difficult of the three.
Number
two, you can return serve and run to the net.
And
third, you can serve or return serve, rally for a while,
wait for a short ball than hit what's called an approach
shot and come up to the net.
Now, let's show you what each method has
in common.
The
serve and volley is the most difficult, but one of the keys
is to hit the first volley without going for a winner. After
you have served and you're running up to the net the first
volley you hit should be used as a vehicle to get you to
the net, not as an opportunity to win the point outright.
The
second way to take the net, return serve and run in, should
eventually be used on all slow second serves. Why not, it's
a perfect ball to come in on. Again, do not try to hit a
winner, instead go for a medium pace, deep approach shot
keeping your opponent back as you advance forward.
The
third way, serve or return serve, rally, wait for a short
ball then come in, should also be with the same mind-set.
Hit the short ball deep and come into the net. Again, you're
not trying to hit a winner.
Here's the point. Notice the similarities
with all three. You are not going for winners, but setting
yourself up for the win. Most people are in a hit winners
mind-set all the time and take most of these shots and hit
the back fence.
The next time you're playing take one of
these shots, let's say the return of second serve. Hit it
without going for a winner and advance to the net. Stay
ready for a return and you'll be surprised how many times
you'll have an opportunity to then win the point! This is
a simple strategy, but you'll be surprised how this strategy
eludes most people.
Follow the track and give me your feedback
for further lessons on this topic.
Until Next Time, Have a Good
Play!
Your Tennis Coach - S.Rajagopal
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