In this e-book you will find 20 practice match variations to use in your lessons. The variations can be used in both singles and doubles and are a great way to add variety and excitement to your sessions.
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In addition to practicing the drills found in the Global Sports Coaching Tennis and Fitness Manuals it is very important to play points and game situations during training. Constant and repetitive drilling in lessons can lead to boredom, the match simulations in this free ebook can help create a healthy competitive environment amongst your players and squads.
By using practice match variations players can still experience the fun and excitment of competing, while working at a particular aspect the coach designates. In this way the coach maintains control of the lesson but a “general” hitting session can be avoided.
Mix and match the variations listed in this section. For instance match one player who needs to work at their net play, awarding double points for winning volleys; against another player who needs to work at their consistency, penalising them double points for a net error. In this way different players can work at their individual strengths and weaknesses.
You will find these variations will add flavour to your coaching sessions and avoid the monotony that can occur if students are playing a lot of matches. All the variations may be played in sets or tie breaker format depending on time constraints. This format of simulating match play will maintain a high competitive spirit amongst players and also create opportunities for different players to succeed.