Intention: Develop basic backhand technique.
Demonstrate a blanced and active ready position.
Grip: Eastern. For the two-hander player, an eastern grip with both the top (non-dominant) and bottom (dominant) hand.
Ensure the player is taking the racket back in two hands by turning the hips and shoulders to the side.
Basic low to high forward swing.
Contact with the ball at the side of the body and slightly in front.
Follow through to be long and high.
Move on to "Basic Backhand Technique- Progression 2"
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