TennisOne Lessons

Take it on the Rise and Apply Pressure

by Jim McLennan

Elements

• Prepare early and get the racquet above the line of the rising ball. The grip here is continental or high Eastern.
• Lead with the back or right foot, positioning your feet to step through the stroke.
• Position shoulders a bit more sideways, racquet head dropping to the level of the ball.
• Shoulders opening, using a flat stroking motion.
• Finish on the front foot, racquet out in front, and moving forward to finish the point.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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