Return · Tournament

Big Server Neutralization

Develop tactics for returning against players with dominant serves.

Level: NTRP 4.5–5.5 Time: ~45 min XP: +70
01

How to do it

  1. 1
    Partner serves at maximum pace
  2. 2
    Stand further back to give yourself more time
  3. 3
    Focus on blocking returns crosscourt deep
  4. 4
    Don't overswing - let the pace do the work
  5. 5
    Play out the point after each return
02

Equipment

RacquetBallsPartnerCourt
03

Pass when

Success criteria
Win 30%+ of return points against big serves
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