#24 1st Volley Behind

Wrong Foot Your Opponent

You are a short ball hunter. Here’s how you handle your first volley.

Your deep ground stroke has delivered a weak ball and it’s time to move forward to finish at the net. You typically approach to the backhand and make contact with your first volley around the service line – but now what do you do?

This is exactly the right time to play percentage tennis as the first volley is a confusing blend of an offensive shot hit from a defensive court position.