Drill

Instructions

1. 1Rally groundstrokes from the baseline, both players staying back initially.
2. 2Look for a short or weak ball before committing forward to the kitchen.
3. 3Move forward only after hitting a shot that pins the opponent deep.
4. 4Track how many points end in an early, forced net rush versus a patient build-up.

What to focus on

Advancing only after earning the right ball, not on a fixed shot count.

Common mistake

Rushing the net after any shot regardless of ball quality, getting passed.