Simple Tennis: How to Play Doubles

<li><strong>Return:</strong> The return is the shot that is hit after the serve. The goal of the return is to get the ball back into play and into a position that allows the returning team to take control of the point.</li> <li><strong>Volley:</strong> A volley is a shot that is hit before the ball bounces. Volleys are often used at the net to intercept the opponent's shots or to put away a point.</li> <li><strong>Lob:</strong> A lob is a shot that is hit high over the opponent's head. Lobs are often used to force the opposing team to retreat to the baseline or to buy time for the lobbing team to recover.</li> <li><strong>Smash:</strong> A smash is a powerful overhead shot that is hit down sharply into the opponent's court. Smashes are often used to put away points or to force the opposing team to make an error.</li> <li><strong>Backhand:</strong> A backhand is a shot that is hit with the back of the hand facing the net. Backhands are used to hit balls that are on the left side of the player's body.</li> <li><strong>Forehand:</strong> A forehand is a shot that is hit with the palm of the hand facing the net. Forehands are used to hit balls that are on the right side of the player's body.</li> <li><strong>Overhead:</strong> An overhead is a shot that is hit above the player's head. Overheads are often used to hit high balls or to return a smash.</li>

<li><strong>Play with different partners:</strong> Playing with different partners will help you develop your adaptability and learn from different styles of play.</li> <li><strong>Study the game:</strong> Watch professional doubles matches and read books or articles about doubles tennis strategy. This will help you understand the nuances of the game and improve your decision-making.</li> <li><strong>Stay fit:</strong> Doubles tennis requires good cardiovascular endurance, agility, and hand-eye coordination. Regular exercise will help you improve your overall fitness and enhance your performance on the court.</li> <li><strong>Have fun:</strong> Doubles tennis should be an enjoyable experience. Don't take yourself too seriously and focus on having fun with your partner and opponents.</li>

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Simple Tennis: How to Play Doubles

by Gary Sakuma

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