Playing the Lob

Playing the Lob

The lob is mainly used as a defensive shot and very occasionally with topspin as a point winner. If you are playing a serve volleyer you may find the lob has strategic value and if you are proficient in its use it can break up your opponents’ volley rhythm. In the modern professional game today…

The United Cup

The United Cup

The United Cup is a global mixed-team event which will launch the 2023 tennis season and is to be held annually. This event is a joint initiative by the ATP and WTA in partnership with Tennis Australia. Mixed teams from 18 countries will compete in three Australian cities  –  Brisbane, Perth and Sydney  –  over…

The Volley

The Volley

The volley is a shot where you can really use the expression ”less is more”! No swinging of the racket is necessary for this shot. Instead, the player delivers a short and firm punch of the racket head to the ball before it bounces on their side of the net. A slight underspin is applied,…