Hi everyone!
Here’s a group tennis drill to master the half-volley and turn low balls into nasty drop shots – perfect for players who love moving forward to the net!
The goal is to develop your ability to attack in half-volley on low, fast balls while moving forward to the net with controlled aggression.
How to run the drill:
For this drill, the ball machine is set to send low balls after the bounce.
Players A, B, C, D line up facing the ball machine, ready to take turns one by one near the net.
- The machine sends a low, fast ball.
- Player A moves forward and attacks with an offensive half-volley.
- Right after the shot, A goes to the back of the line and B steps in to play the next ball. The rotation is continuous so everyone stays involved.
The hitting zone should be limited to a maximum of 3 m from the net to really work on half-volley control.
A bit of a challenge: you can add a regular volley after the half-volley to simulate a full approach to the net.
This drill helps you attack on difficult balls, improves your touch, and prepares you for doubles situations where rallies are fast and tight.
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Pro tip: On the half-volley, bend your knees and guide the ball gently toward your target!
