Drill

Instructions

1. 1Toss slightly behind and above the head instead of out in front.
2. 2Brush up and across the back of the ball from low-left to high-right (righties).
3. 3Arch slightly through the back and let the tossing shoulder drop.
4. 4Land ten balls in a row inside the service box before increasing pace.

What to focus on

Brushing contact that creates topspin rotation, not a flat strike.

Common mistake

Tossing out in front and hitting flat, which removes the safety margin.