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Makes perfect sense. But the real takeaway is how to consistently hit that high cross court return. That's a great stroke, one that merits repeated practice, and perhaps a future Two Minute video. But a lot depends on the pace of the serve or the server's potential. For example, a hard slice to the outside (here) is more likely to be returned down the line or with an emergency backhand bunt- lob. Conversely, a hard flat serve down the T (here) is likely coming back cross court, especially if "Pops" is known to easily handle a fast-paced return. In other words, the higher the level of play, the more unpredictability. Nicely done. Thanks, Ryan.
@@2MinuteTennis i don’t do it often, but the success rate is probably 75% or so. Not very high for sure compared to going cross-court. It does also depend on how strong of a server or ball I’m facing I suppose.
This is great! If a an opponent hits a down-the-line outside ground stroke winner off a serve like that, I say “great shot”. It is so much more difficult to (a) change the direction of the ball, (b) hit over the high part of the net, and (c) hit into the shorter part of the court (as compared to hitting back crosscourt to the server). I’ll be using this tactic during tonight’s dubs match for sure!
First off the net player on the side closest to the camera should not be turning around to watch his partner, and in fact, should be moving back towards the “T” to cover the middle. The net player on the far side should be moving up to a net position after his partner’s return clears the net player and then back towards the “T”as the ball is returned to his partner. In addition, when forced wide to the deuce side with your racket head outside of the alley line, a down-the-line forehand is usually a winner as the net player often doesn’t move over as he should.
This is a bit too simple. The receiver is left handed - typically the weaker side. A player who is right handed might prefer going down the line on the outside shot. The depth of the ball is also a consideration. One might also watch the feet of the opponent to see how he is setting up to hit the ball.
Good lesson Ryan. I agree with you because the normal swing motion will go crosscourt, plus you have taught me this general info before, but this is a great doubles example. Although at my 3.0 level, a few of my opponents like to go down the line with an outside ball when it is coming slower (3.0) and they have time to set up. What are your thoughts?
I get that too. I play in a couple of social leagues that have players that range from never touched a racquet to 4.0 quality players. Most of the beginners would just lob their serves in, especially second serve. This system seems to work better off hard shots/serves, especially when the player is either backing up or unable to move forward into the ball/get set. I get caught in the decisions, do you protect the line and have to trust your partner to make a hard return back to him/her or try to cut the ball off, but risk getting beat down the line?
It's at 1:13 and it's about what side of the body relative to the court that contact is made. An OUTSIDE groundstroke is when contact is made on the side of the body that is closer to the outside of the court. And visa versa for an inside GS.
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LET’S GO POPS! Catch more doubles of us soon when our league starts up in September ❤ thanks Ryan!
@@tennistoons678 dude your dad is an animal. You got nothin on him Brett. He’s the real star of your channel.
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I love going down the line when I have an outside ball to my forehand. I must be the exception (for rec players anyway).
Would be interesting to watch you play and see the success rate of your down the line attempts.
Makes perfect sense. But the real takeaway is how to consistently hit that high cross court return. That's a great stroke, one that merits repeated practice, and perhaps a future Two Minute video. But a lot depends on the pace of the serve or the server's potential. For example, a hard slice to the outside (here) is more likely to be returned down the line or with an emergency backhand bunt- lob. Conversely, a hard flat serve down the T (here) is likely coming back cross court, especially if "Pops" is known to easily handle a fast-paced return. In other words, the higher the level of play, the more unpredictability. Nicely done. Thanks, Ryan.
@@2MinuteTennis i don’t do it often, but the success rate is probably 75% or so. Not very high for sure compared to going cross-court. It does also depend on how strong of a server or ball I’m facing I suppose.
You're not the only one. I disagree with this videos philosophy. I play at a 4.5 level and if I got a wide shot, I'm taking that back corner.
This is great! If a an opponent hits a down-the-line outside ground stroke winner off a serve like that, I say “great shot”. It is so much more difficult to (a) change the direction of the ball, (b) hit over the high part of the net, and (c) hit into the shorter part of the court (as compared to hitting back crosscourt to the server). I’ll be using this tactic during tonight’s dubs match for sure!
First off the net player on the side closest to the camera should not be turning around to watch his partner, and in fact, should be moving back towards the “T” to cover the middle. The net player on the far side should be moving up to a net position after his partner’s return clears the net player and then back towards the “T”as the ball is returned to his partner. In addition, when forced wide to the deuce side with your racket head outside of the alley line, a down-the-line forehand is usually a winner as the net player often doesn’t move over as he should.
@@tennisjon I agree there was a lot going on in the point. I could’ve made a 30 minute video on it.
This is a bit too simple. The receiver is left handed - typically the weaker side. A player who is right handed might prefer going down the line on the outside shot. The depth of the ball is also a consideration. One might also watch the feet of the opponent to see how he is setting up to hit the ball.
Good lesson Ryan. I agree with you because the normal swing motion will go crosscourt, plus you have taught me this general info before, but this is a great doubles example. Although at my 3.0 level, a few of my opponents like to go down the line with an outside ball when it is coming slower (3.0) and they have time to set up. What are your thoughts?
I get that too. I play in a couple of social leagues that have players that range from never touched a racquet to 4.0 quality players. Most of the beginners would just lob their serves in, especially second serve. This system seems to work better off hard shots/serves, especially when the player is either backing up or unable to move forward into the ball/get set. I get caught in the decisions, do you protect the line and have to trust your partner to make a hard return back to him/her or try to cut the ball off, but risk getting beat down the line?
great video. can you show some more example what is inside/outside ground stroke? I still cannot picture it.
It's at 1:13 and it's about what side of the body relative to the court that contact is made. An OUTSIDE groundstroke is when contact is made on the side of the body that is closer to the outside of the court. And visa versa for an inside GS.
It also depends on the spacing
Backhands outside. Great for us corner servers.
But again simple rule is to never ever play to the guy near net
People just can’t help themselves. They want to beat the net player down the line so badly.
Title is wrong. Your not going to be the smartest player if you only do this
Too much repetition, tennis players are not dumb to understand for once. We can always hit the red line to replay.
He could also have hit cross court with inside shot 🤔
You are correct. But understanding the concept in this video helps you be better at predicting the direction your opponent will hit.
You are right. Actually, hitting cross court with inside shot is my favorite shot.