Strategy
5 min read19 September 2026Holding Your Nerve at the Back of the Court
Patience is a tactic, not a fallback.
Being pushed back is normal. Giving the point away from there is not.
Lob Before You Are Stretched
The earlier the lob, the better the height and depth.
Low and Cross
When the lob is not on, go low and cross-court to buy time.
Stay Behind the Service Line
Drifting forward into a smash is the most common mistake.
Make Them Hit One More
Three solid defensive balls and most opponents overplay.