Both up: doubles net play

Setup

1. Both pairs stand side by side, halfway between the net and the service line.
2. Points are played in the full doubles court.

How it runs

1. One player feeds a soft volley to start; the first three volleys are cooperative.
2. From the fourth volley the point is live.
3. Keep the ball low and through the middle; finish any ball that pops up.
4. Lobs are allowed; smash them if they're short.
5. First pair to 11; the feed alternates between the pairs.

Coaching points

• Racket up in front, ready position between every volley.
• Volley down at the opponents' feet or through the gap between them.
• Middle ball: the player whose forehand is in the middle takes it, unless the partner calls it first.
• Step in together when your pair hits a good, low volley.

Common mistakes

• Swinging at the volley instead of a short punch.
• Both players leaving the middle ball.
• Hitting a high ball back softly instead of finishing it.