drop shotvariationtactics
Why Your Drop Shot Keeps Becoming a Gift
A ball is not effective merely because it lands short; the drop shot works when the opponent has first been pinned deep.
Start with this check
Trying it while off balance behind the baseline, or while the opponent is already forward, simply gives the opponent preparation time.
Try these steps in order
- Use depth to keep the opponent back, then wait for a balanced ball you can play from inside the court.
- Use preparation that resembles your normal groundstroke so your intent appears late.
- After the short bounce, anticipate the opponent's next choice and move forward.
Bottom line
A good drop shot is not just a short ball; it is a tactic completed by the deep ball that came before it.
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