Footwork and split step
12/21/2011 | Written by: uspta
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Footwork and split step
Description:
This video provides a definition of the split step and an explanation of how and when it is used during a point. The footwork and movement used for getting in position for a shot is demonstrated as well.
Tip:
Tennis is a game of footwork and movement. You may have great racquet skills, but if you don’t get to the ball in time you can’t hit it properly. A tennis player must be able to quickly move in various directions while maintaining good balance.
A proper split step is a very important aspect of footwork. It allows the player to gather his or her balance and then move in any direction to intercept the ball. Since the variety of incoming balls is typically very broad, it’s important to keep the feet constantly moving to be able to get a quick start and get behind the ball. Adjusting the feet before and after the shot is key to a good setup and recovery. In fact, the speed of today’s game makes the recovery as important as the actual setup.
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