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Return Technical Fundamentals

11 items / March 19, 2020 / created by Edgar Giffenig

In this collection you will find all of the technical fundamentals of the return of serve.

Return Technique, Technique
Different Types of Footwork to Return
Every return involves the split step but different players take different approaches. Some move in, some stay in place and some even move back. Take a look at your options.

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Return Technique, Technique
Synchronize your Feet with the Serve to Improve your Return
As a returner you are under tremendous time constrains. If you do not move as soon as the ball leaves the opponent’s racquet you will most likely not reach a well placed serve. Therefore having an automatic, efficient split step routine can make a big difference. Here are some things you should focus on.

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Return Technique, Technique
Get Behind the Ball to Return Better
Anytime you have a chance, move behind the ball to return. Avoid reaching if it is not absolutely necessary. Reaching will easily get you off balance and will decrease your chances of hitting a powerful return.

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Return Technique, Technique
Track the Ball from the Bounce to the Racquet for Better Returns
A very common source of mistakes in tennis is failing to track the ball from the bounce to the racquet, and the speed of the serve makes it even more prevalent on the return. Next time you are on the court keep that in mind every time you return. Watch the ball to contact!

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Return Technique, Technique
Improving your Tracking Ability on the Return
One of the most common mistakes when returning is failing to track the ball into the racquet after the bounce. Here is a drill to help you practice this.

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Return Technique, Technique
Use a Very Compact Swing for an Effective Return
The key to returning effectively is to make contact with the ball in front of the body. Due to the serve speed, taking a normal swing at the ball will usually lead to a late contact point. A much better alternative is to shorten your backswing significantly.

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Return Technique, Technique
Set the Racquet Head Behind your Contact Point as Soon as Possible
To return effectively you need to avoid swinging in a steep angle. Instead a solid return swing will usually be fairly flat. Here is a good way to achieve this.

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Return Technique, Technique
Eliminate any Tension when Returning
Tension is one of the main causes of unforced errors in tennis and the return is one of the strokes where players tense up the most. Improve your return by first recognizing tension and the eliminating it.

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Return Technique, Technique
Stay Still for a Better Return
In order to return effectively you need to be able to perfectly time a ball coming at great speed towards you, and the only way to do it consistently is by eliminating any superfluous movement. Stay still for better returns!

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Return Technique, Technique
Imagine you are at the Net when Blocking a Return
To block a return you will need to set the strings behind contact and push forwards with a little under spin. If you picture a volley you will be on the right track.

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At Times All You Can Do on the Return is Use Your Forearm
At times the serves are coming so fast that the only way to generate some forward momentum is to use your forearm. On these extra fast serves set up with the racquet head close to contact and use your forearms not your arms to send your racquet head to the ball.

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