A: Playing against stronger players can make you feel like everything is happening too fast. Their shots seem heavier. ...

  A: The third shot drive is one of those shots that feels like it should be simple. The return ...

    A: Teams that switch, stack, and constantly rearrange themselves can feel annoying at first. You’re ready to return… ...

    A: Taking more balls in the air is less about “quick hands” and more about getting your feet ...

    A: Getting passed down the line at the kitchen feels frustrating. You’re in the rally. You’re dinking crosscourt. ...

  A: Good lobs don’t come out of nowhere.   They feel like surprises, but most of the time there ...

  Playing against constant lobs can feel chaotic. You get to the kitchen… and the ball goes over your head. ...

  A: Topspin is one of those things players chase too early. You see a forehand dip inside the baseline ...

  A: If opponents keep sending the ball to your backhand, it’s rarely random. They’ve noticed something. Maybe your backhand ...

  A: Few shots frustrate players more than the third shot drop — especially when it keeps landing in the ...

  A: We know the type. They don’t speed up. They don’t force anything. They just keep dinking crosscourt, middle, ...

  A: Few things test your composure like watching a partner miss three returns in a row or pop up ...