Type:
Singles/doubles Category: Overhead/passing/volley
Levels: Beginner/int./adv. Time/players: 25 minutes/1-8
Description and goals:
The goal of this drill is to gain proper position to execute the overhead and to control the pace and placement of the overhead.
Organization:
Two players begin at the net posts, all other players are on pro's side of the court. As pro feeds a lob, player A or B tracks it down and hits an overhead to either player C or D. Players play out the point. If players hitting overhead win the point, then pro feeds a volley to either player A or B as other players rotate in on pro's side. If players on pro's side win point then they run to track down the lob (pro feeds lob when players are at the net posts) as other players rotate in and players A and B run back to pro's side of the court and get in line. Count every point you win - play to 20. Variations: You can do it as a singles drill.
Key points:
Be sure to feed the lob when team is at the net posts. Players should get in best position possible to hit overhead and cover the net. Keep drill moving at a fast pace.
