DOC'S TIP OF THE EVENING -- BACKHAND VOLLEY

I believe there is a misconception that one must always step into the volley. So, let's take the backhand volley as an example. The first movement you want to make once you have moved to the ball and are on balance from the split step, is to turn your dominant arm's SHOULDER before doing any forward step to hit the volley. You must maintain your upper body balance and initiate a sufficient turn of the shoulder as you reach across your body in preparation. Then you can step into the ball to hit it. But remember, balance and shoulder turn are key. AY