Many a times we wonder what an approach shot is all about. It is one of tennis' most aggressive shots these days.We will try to break down and analyse this shot.
When do you play the tennis approach shot? You should try to do so when the ball is short and near the service line. Do not try it from the baseline as it takes too long for you to make it to the net. Your opponent would have passed you by then.
Aggressive tennis can take various forms. However, the approach shot is one where you can use more often than say, the serve and volley. It encompasses having a good down the line forehand with an equally good volley to finish off the point at the net.
For better effectiveness, it is wiser to hit a forehand down the line and then approach the net. This will cut off the angle of any potential weak return by the opponent.
Aggression comes from power and speed of the ball. The approach forehand should be hit low and flat. This will prevent the opponent to have time to retrieve the ball.
Once one approaches the net, the objective is to volley or smash the weak return away. Having a good split step is critical in ensuring you are ready for the volley. It could either be a forehand or backhand volley. It could also be an overhead smash. The split step ensures you are ready to pounce on to the ball.
Executing a volley would require you to approach the net with a split step and then pushing forward with a punch or block. It is important to master the technique of a volley as well.
I hope this article will provide some guidance for all would-be tennis players! If you find this article useful and would really wish to learn tennis, please visit us below for our private and group lessons.
Happy Learning & Playing!
When do you play the tennis approach shot? You should try to do so when the ball is short and near the service line. Do not try it from the baseline as it takes too long for you to make it to the net. Your opponent would have passed you by then.
Aggressive tennis can take various forms. However, the approach shot is one where you can use more often than say, the serve and volley. It encompasses having a good down the line forehand with an equally good volley to finish off the point at the net.
For better effectiveness, it is wiser to hit a forehand down the line and then approach the net. This will cut off the angle of any potential weak return by the opponent.
Aggression comes from power and speed of the ball. The approach forehand should be hit low and flat. This will prevent the opponent to have time to retrieve the ball.
Once one approaches the net, the objective is to volley or smash the weak return away. Having a good split step is critical in ensuring you are ready for the volley. It could either be a forehand or backhand volley. It could also be an overhead smash. The split step ensures you are ready to pounce on to the ball.
Executing a volley would require you to approach the net with a split step and then pushing forward with a punch or block. It is important to master the technique of a volley as well.
I hope this article will provide some guidance for all would-be tennis players! If you find this article useful and would really wish to learn tennis, please visit us below for our private and group lessons.
Happy Learning & Playing!
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