Doc's Double Header Tip of the Evening -- Overhead/Smash

If you truly want a sensational Smash or Overhead, practice hitting overhead smashes without moving your feet. You must obviously get into position first with your feet and establish balance. When hitting the Smash, you are only allowed to rotate your shoulders at contact. You mustn't fall or lose your balance even AFTER the ball crosses the net. Remember to turn your shoulders and position your feet parallel to the center line on the court. Hint: Hold your weight on the back leg and keep the non dominant arm straight up. Also, contact the side of ball like you would a slice serve. The greatest overdonkey I have ever seen was Richard Stockton's. He would practice hitting smashes exactly as described above. civs

Doc's Tip of the Evening -- BH Volley

Whether you are learning or trying to improve the backhand volley, put the non dominant arm BEHIND your back and practice hitting the shot. Remember to turn both feet parallel to the center line and reach across your body with the racquet and hand in front of the hip. Keep your feet still and wait for the ball to come to your racquet. Make sure you have an extended (locked wrist) and the bottom edge of the racquet face open. ajkyd