Passing shots against a net player

Setup

1. Net player starts on their service line with a ball.
2. Baseliner starts in the middle of the far baseline.

How it runs

1. Net player drop-feeds an approach down the line and closes in.
2. Baseliner must pass or lob; the point is played out.
3. The baseliner scores 2 for a winning lob or pass, 1 for any other point won.
4. First to 7, then swap roles.

Coaching points

• Pass low and dipping, so the volley has to be hit up.
• Lob over the backhand side, high enough to clear the racket.
• Use two shots: a low ball at the feet, then the pass or lob.
• Recover to the middle of the possible angles after each shot.

Common mistakes

• Trying to hit the pass too hard and too flat.
• Short lobs that sit up for a smash.
• Always going the same way, so the net player can guess.