Podcast #141: Learn how to stop missing so many easy, how volleys! Also find out what the best footwork pattern is for deep overheads. Net play special!

It’s always the worst playing a long point, getting to the net, being rewarded with a high volley or overhead and then making an unforced error! On today’s podcast you’ll learn what the best technique is to hit high volleys firmly and consistently and also how exactly to move back for a tough overhead.

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Podcast #118: Stop blaming the lob for your doubles losses! Learn how to effectively move back and hit a solid overhead at the net.

I so often hear doubles teams complain about opponents that put up lob after lob in a winning effort against them. If this sounds familiar then you absolutely have to listen to today’s show as I outline the four most important aspects of covering behind you correctly after closing into the net in either doubles or singles. Don’t get caught off guard by the lob anymore!

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Podcast 60: Learn how to hit deeper groundstrokes on both sides and how to improve your anticipation, positioning, and swing on your overhead.

Do you have problems hitting the ball much past the service line using your groundstrokes? If so this episode is a must listen as I give three different ways to generate more depth on both forehands and backhands. After that I give advice on improving all aspects of your overhead including your anticipation, footwork and positioning, and stroke technique as well.

Podcast 25: Don’t be scared of the lob, positioning yourself correctly in doubles, moving back for an overhead correctly.

We continue the Focus Topic of the Week today by continuing a discussion about getting to the net successfully in doubles.