Forehand - 5.Get Back to Basics

Get Back to Basics

This month I want to talk about back to basics. Simple basic tennis. Things you should be aware of for a good sound tennis stroke which will eventually give you a good sound tennis game.

Let's review the forehand:
1) You should always have good anticipation on the tennis courts.
2) When you get to the tennis ball, always try to be sideways to it.
3) When you get to the tennis ball, your racket should all ready be back in the ready to swing position.
4) Your eye should be on the tennis ball and you should have already decided where you are going to hit the ball.
5) Step in and swing trying to hit the tennis ball out in front of you. Swing low to high and don't forget a good follow through. Racket should end up around the eye brow.

Now this should take about 5 to 8 seconds. That's what makes tennis an awesome game. Always remember to get the tennis ball over the net. Sometimes you won't be in perfect position and will have to make an on the spot split second adjustment. Always try to make your opponent hit one more shot.

Tommie Ray