Tightening the First 3 Shots at Higher Skill Levels

Scott’s comment earlier hit the mark: as we move up, the basics don’t fade away—they demand more precision. Your serve, your return, your third shot—all three set the tone for the rally, especially at the mid‑to‑advanced level.

Here’s a quick checklist you can run through before your next session:

Deep serve with purpose—make them move first
Deep return—reset the point, don’t let them take control
Third shot decisions: drive vs drop vs drip; beat the ball with footwork; keep your swing compact; stay low and finish high

Question for you below:

Which of these three shots do you find slipping the most right now? Drop your answer and we’ll pull a mini‑focus drill for next week.

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