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Perfect Volleys in 3 Steps - Perfect Tennis (Episode 9)

Tennis

Perfect Volleys in 3 Steps - Perfect Tennis (Episode 9) is a curated workout routine with 3 ordered actions and 3 timestamped video clips. Start with Wide Net Split-Step & Centered Ready Position Stance and Catch & Redirect Compact Volley Shadow Drill. Review the available targets, sets, coaching cues and rest for each action. Selected clips total 3 min 42 sec; rest is listed per action.

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Sourceyoutube.com/watch?v=xhSk2q2FR28
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Wide Net Split-Step & Centered Ready Position Stance

Sets: 1Rest: 1 minEst. duration: 1 min 5 sec

Assume the net ready position using a continental grip, widening your stance and lowering your center of gravity compared to a baseline split-step. Keep the racket centered directly in front of the chest with the racket head elevated above grip height, ready to react equally to both forehand and backhand sides.

Key points

  • Widen feet and drop the hips lower than in a baseline ready stance to react quickly in limited time
  • Position the racket head in the center of the body with the frame elevated above wrist height
  • Avoid leaning or pre-setting early toward either the forehand or backhand side

Common mistakes

Waiting with a narrow stance and dropped racket head, which slows reaction time to wide incoming balls.

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Sourceyoutube.com/watch?v=xhSk2q2FR28
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Catch & Redirect Compact Volley Shadow Drill

Sets: 1Rest: 1 minEst. duration: 59 sec

Practice short, compact shadow volleys on both forehand and backhand sides by imagining catching the ball directly on the strings rather than hitting it. Move the racket out in front from the ready position into a compact side-on alignment with zero backward takeback, redirecting simulated incoming pace.

Key points

  • Reach forward to meet the ball out in front as if catching it with your hand
  • Eliminate any backswing to preserve time and ensure contact in front of the body
  • Support the backhand volley takeback with the non-dominant hand on the racket throat

Common mistakes

Taking the racket back behind the shoulder line, which causes late contact and mistimed volleys.

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Sourceyoutube.com/watch?v=xhSk2q2FR28
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Two-Step Outside-Leg Volley Footwork Pattern

Sets: 1Rest: 1 minEst. duration: 1 min 38 sec

Execute the two-step footwork pattern from a net split-step: initiate the movement by stepping out with the outside leg (right foot on forehand, left foot on backhand), then drive forcefully across or forward with the opposite leg through contact to maximize court coverage and punch through the shot.

Key points

  • Step first with the outside leg to open up range for wide balls or forward closing
  • Drive the second step aggressively through the contact zone to transfer body weight into the volley
  • Follow the sequence: Split -> Right -> Left for forehands, and Split -> Left -> Right for backhands

Common mistakes

Crossing over immediately with the inside leg on the first step, restricting lateral reach and compromising balance.

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