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Tennis: Forehand with quick cones

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Player moves around the cones as fast as possible and hits a forehand down the line.

COACHING POINTS

Player can't touch any cones to make sure that they control their movement. This drill can be really demanding for players who are not used to working hard on their footwork.

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Backhand cross court with quick cones:

Player moves around the cones as fast as possible and hits backhand cross court.

Movement

Turn and Hit:

Player starts on the service line (facing back fence).

Player shuffles from side to side until when the coach says "GO!" and feeds the ball.

The player's goal is to then turn, react and hit the volley.

Movement

Pop Up for Beginners:

Players rally together. Players have to pop the ball up before they hit across the net.

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Forehand Pattern With Running Winner:

The coach feeds balls from the basket. The first one the player hits a forehand cross court, before running to the other side and hitting a forehand inside out. The final shot is from the other side and is a winner down the line.

Movement

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