Tennis Tips - Volley
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Symptom 2: "OK Ace, I think I have the grip down, but, I still always seem to be late for volleys.
I'm either hitting the ball behind me or into the net. What's up with that?
Tip 2: If you're late on your volleys, your racket head is probably to your side or even behind you when you strike the ball.
You have to keep your racket in front of you!
See the picture above, where Ace demonstrates the ready position.
When volleying, don't take a backswing - the stroke is a short punch (or even a block) with a short follow through.
Always hit the ball in front of you and keep your racket head up (above your wrist) when you hit.
This means, if you have to hit a low volley, then you have to bend your knees to get down to it.
Think of your legs/knees as elevators - go up or down depending upon where the ball is.
I'm either hitting the ball behind me or into the net. What's up with that?
Tip 2: If you're late on your volleys, your racket head is probably to your side or even behind you when you strike the ball.
You have to keep your racket in front of you!
See the picture above, where Ace demonstrates the ready position.
When volleying, don't take a backswing - the stroke is a short punch (or even a block) with a short follow through.
Always hit the ball in front of you and keep your racket head up (above your wrist) when you hit.
This means, if you have to hit a low volley, then you have to bend your knees to get down to it.
Think of your legs/knees as elevators - go up or down depending upon where the ball is.
More Volleying Tips:
Just a few more tips about volleying -
When following your serve to the net, take a short, balanced "hop" just before the service line.
This helps you see where your opponent's return is going, so you can move to the best position to cut it off.
Positioning - If you approach down the line, try to get between the center service line and the sideline.
Cheat a little for the down the line shot.
If you approach down the middle, then straddle the center line.
Also, get as close to the net as you can, but, not too close, unless you enjoy chasing down lobs!
When your partner serves in doubles, stay about 6-10 feet behind the net & halfway between the center line and the doubles sideline.
When your partner is receiving serve, stand just inside the service box, about 2-3 feet from the center line.
Just a few more tips about volleying -
When following your serve to the net, take a short, balanced "hop" just before the service line.
This helps you see where your opponent's return is going, so you can move to the best position to cut it off.
Positioning - If you approach down the line, try to get between the center service line and the sideline.
Cheat a little for the down the line shot.
If you approach down the middle, then straddle the center line.
Also, get as close to the net as you can, but, not too close, unless you enjoy chasing down lobs!
When your partner serves in doubles, stay about 6-10 feet behind the net & halfway between the center line and the doubles sideline.
When your partner is receiving serve, stand just inside the service box, about 2-3 feet from the center line.
Symptom 1: "OK Ace, help me out here - I can never can make up my mind on what grip to use when I want to volley."
Tip 1: You can use whatever grip you feel comfortable with - really!
If the shot comes to your forehand side, then use a forehand grip.
If it comes to your backhand side, then use a backhand grip.
However, please note the following:
If you're using a semi-western or western grip, then you'll have a horrible time volleying low balls.
Plus, you won't have time to change grips if shots come back to you on either side during a rapid fire exchange at the net..
For these reasons, Ace recommends using a Continental grip for volleying.
Most great volleyers use this grip - it's simple, easy to learn, and perfect for backhand and forehand volleys.
Tip 1: You can use whatever grip you feel comfortable with - really!
If the shot comes to your forehand side, then use a forehand grip.
If it comes to your backhand side, then use a backhand grip.
However, please note the following:
If you're using a semi-western or western grip, then you'll have a horrible time volleying low balls.
Plus, you won't have time to change grips if shots come back to you on either side during a rapid fire exchange at the net..
For these reasons, Ace recommends using a Continental grip for volleying.
Most great volleyers use this grip - it's simple, easy to learn, and perfect for backhand and forehand volleys.
OK - if you want to be a good tennis player, sooner or later you're gonna have to come to the net!
And when you're at the net, you have to know how to volley.
It's really pretty simple - just follow the tips below, and you'll soon be a terror at the net!
