In 9 Best Drills and Tips to Make School Practice Effective, Ken DeHart, USPTA Master Professional, details the most effective practice techniques for your high school program. Coach DeHart discusses a variety of drills focused on eliminating mistakes and increasing court awareness/positioning. Additionally, Coach DeHart reviews the importance of footwork and using spin. Finally, Coach DeHart hosts a question-and-answer session for the coaches in attendance.
Topics covered include:
• Practice Structure and Basics
• Drills for All Aspects of the Game
• Eliminating Mistakes
• Short Balls vs Deep Balls
• “Point of Contact” with the ball and racquet
• Using Spin
• Importance of Footwork
• Defensive Tennis
• Q & A Session
