Use Different Formations when Serving
Although the doubles game has changed recently and more players are playing from the backcourt, it is still a volley gam...
Move in the Direction of your Partner’s Serve
When at the net and your partner serving be active. Move forwards in the direction of the serve as soon as you hear your...
Be Aggressive at the Net when your Partner is Serving. Own the Middle
Your job when your partner is serving is to intimidate the returner. You need to try to cover a large area at the net. A...
Serve to the Weakness Down the T or at the Body if you Know your Partner will try to Poach
If you are serving and you know your partner will look to poach, serve to the weakness. If your opponent does not have a...
Commit to Serving and Volleying to Improve your Doubles Game
Although the doubles game has changed recently and more players are playing from the backcourt, it is still a volley gam...
Make it a Habit to Serve and Volley as Much as Possible
Serving and volleying is still the most effective way to play doubles, so get into the habit of serving and volleying as...
Shoot for 70% of First Serves
An opponent returning second serves will always be more aggressive. Making a high percentage of first serves will keep t...
Take Advantage of Teams Returning with Both Players at the Baseline
When you face two players at the baseline when serving, take advantage of the situation and make sure you get the first...