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Drill: 2 points lost for net error3

Objective:
Improve specific aspects of match play including consistency by penalising net errors (the worst errors in tennis!)

Instruction :
Play a set or tiebreaker where the players hitting errors into the net are penalised 2 points. Look to work at:
· Increasing clearance over the net
· Simultaneously increasing depth and topspin
· Playing attacking shots with reduced risk

Details :
Reinforce the importance of net clearance in this match variation. It may be particularly effective to train your inconsistent attacking players to stop making those frustrating errors.

Drill Theme: Practice Match Variation
Drill:

Objective: Improve specific aspect of match play by rewarding the players who attacks and finishes the point with a winner.