Drill

Drills

Tennis

Early Prep Split Step

Prepare earlier on groundstrokes

8 min
4 sets of 10
Beginner

Why this drill

Builds toward prepare earlier on groundstrokes.

Instructions

  1. 1Split step as the feeder contacts the ball.
  2. 2Complete the unit turn before the ball crosses the net.
  3. 3Hit through with a full, unhurried finish.

What to focus on

Racquet back before the bounce.

Recommended reps

4 sets of 10

Common mistake

Waiting for the bounce to start the turn.