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Offensive Shots

 

Attacking - Introduction to attacking play

Players must go into every match with an attacking game plan in mind. 

 

Down the Line Forehand

 The down the line shot can be used to break the pattern of cross court shots and catch an opponent off balance.

 

Down the Line Backhand

Be sure to hit the ball deep towards the baseline.

 

Cross-Court Forehand

This is an excellent shot to return the serve with as it gets the server on the move straight away.

 

Cross Court Backhand

With the cross-court shot greater angles can be created, making it difficult for an opponent to return the ball with any power or placement.

 

Cross Court Passing Shot

with the cross-court shot greater angles can be created, making it difficult for an opponent to return the ball with any power or placement.

 

Drop Shot Backhand

This attacking shot is most effective when playing against a baseline player.

 

Inside Out Forehand

The player runs around their backhand to take on their mid-court ball and hits an aggressive forehand shot.

 

 

Passing Shot

Keeping the ball as low as possible is essential as this will stop an opponent hitting an attacking volley back.

 

Short Shot

This shot can be effective when a player wants to change the pace of the rally.

 

Drop Shot

This attacking shot is most effective when playing against a baseline player, but to be most effective it must come as a surprise to the opponent otherwise it will not work.

 

 

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