Type:
Singles
Category: Conditioning
Levels: All Time: 8-10 minutes
Description and goals:
A footwork drill to increase a player's ability to change directions quickly while working on shots.
Organization:
Player A starts at the center mark on baseline. Pro throws or feeds eight consecutive balls to various parts of the court that are just barely within the reach of the player, providing he reacts fast, runs fast, and is quick to intercept the balls on the first bounce. The pro must be the judge of where and at what speed to throw the balls.
Key points:
It is important to feed the ball so that as soon as the player hits it, he or she must immediately change directions to get to the next ball. Allow a brief rest period and repeat drill. As the skill level increases, targets may be used to assist in learning appropriate shot selection and its relationship to recovery.
