Serve variation should be intentional — not random. Start with:• A consistent, deep serve• Clear targets (backhand, forehand, patterns) Only once your opponent starts to anticipate or read your patterns should you vary. Good options: - Corkscrew serve → disrupts timing and contact - Lob serve → changes visual + positioning - Key concept: Variation is most effective when it breaks a pattern your opponent has already adjusted to. The goal is not just to start the rally — it’s to gain an early advantage. Full Breakdowns on HOW to hit these serves technique and fundamentals inside premium - 03 Shot Library - Serve!
If you feel rushed on your return of serve, your footwork may be costing you time. This small adjustment helps you move through the return more efficiently so you can: - stay balanced through contact - save time after the hit - get closer to the kitchen faster - earn better court positioning Better footwork = more time and better decisions.
When you miss a shot, what do you usually think first? A) “I need to practice more” B) “I rushed that” C) “I wasn’t in the right spot” D) “I don’t know what to focus on” Drop A, B, C, or D below ⬇️ (I’ll break this down in an upcoming post.)