Placing the ball in the cone square
In this speed drill, children position four colored cones in the shape of a square, with one of the cones being empty. A...
Dynamic Footwork and Coordination Drill: Mastering Crossover Steps and Passing Techniques
Players use their outer foot to push off, make a wide crossover step over the ladder, and pass the ball back and forth w...
Mastering the One-Legged Lateral Jump
The one-legged lateral jump over the ladder involves starting with a short crossover and, after landing, executing an ex...
Multidirectional speed drill with rotational throws & stop-and-go
The coach (or partner) instructs the player to catch and quickly throw back a 2 kg ball using forehand and backhand tech...
Improving your First Step
A quick first step is essential for an effective footwork. The following progression will show you how to work on explod...
Experiencing the Movement Cycle
The best way to get the feel for the movement cycle is to shadow moving in different directions. Here is an example of a...
Wide stance and sink for balance
Readiness is confirmed before executing the movement, which involves a big step, sinking down, and hitting the ball whil...
Stopping the ball with the frame
Learn essential racket handling techniques that focus on stopping the ball and changing positions.
To get a...
Improve your tracking ability by focusing on ball details
Improving ball watching involves focusing on the ball’s details, such as its seams and color.
To get...
Throwing and catching battle with hand on the back
In this game, players stand within a designated, smaller box on the court, simulating a compact playing area. With one h...
