
Set your stance with feet wider than hips, back straight, and head still above your core; catch the ball to time your shot with the racquet head as your hand.
Master the forehand by turning your core from a solid stance to initiate a small racket head up loop, then practice a six-ball contact drill with weight transfer and follow-through.
Master the backhand by turning your core, stepping in, catching the ball with the racquet head up, and extending through six balls for both two-handed and one-handed strokes.
Elevate your tennis game to new heights with the guidance of Coach Ryan Redondo. This experienced coach imparts a wealth of tips and techniques to help you cultivate a consistent and dependable playing style. The video covers a range of essential topics, including Set Position and Timing, Forehand and Backhand Techniques, Mastering the Line Shot, Volleying, Overhead Shots, Serving, and Return of Serve. This comprehensive video serves as an invaluable training resource for dedicated tennis players and coaches alike. The total runtime is 77 minutes.
About the Coach: Ryan Redondo holds the position of Director of Tennis and serves as the Head Coach for Men's Tennis at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California. He has been honored as the West Coast Conference Coach of the Year for the 2012-13 and 2015-16 seasons. Redondo's coaching prowess has led two players into the national top 25 and secured their spots in the ITA Fall National Championships. Additionally, he has contributed to the development of younger players as a United States Tennis Association (USTA) Northern California Junior Team Coach since 2010. Prior to joining Pacific, Ryan spent three years as an assistant coach alongside Gene Carswell at San Diego State. He also boasts a two-year professional playing career on the USTA, ITF, and ATP tours, and during his time at San Diego State University, he earned the distinction of being a two-time All-American player.