Win more points on your first volley: Pro tennis tips from Wimbledon champion Julian Cash
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In doubles, your first volley in the rally can make the difference between winning or losing a point.
Wimbledon champion and Lexus GB Davis Cup star Julian Cash takes you through everything you need to know about hitting your first volley in a match with his pro tennis tips.
Starting off with the serve, Cash shares expert advice on your movement to the net, your body positioning, hitting your volley, and creating ‘the wall’ with your partner.
The former world No.2 also runs you through some training drills and exercises to practice your first volley, ready for when match day comes around.
With these pro tennis tips you’ll learn:
- How to approach the net from your serve
- How to position your body to hit a volley
- How to hold your racket to play an effective volley
- Where to play your first volley
- Doubles tactics at the net
- How to practice your first volley with a partner
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