Tennis Groundstrokes

Crosscourt Rally Consistency

Both players rally crosscourt from the baseline to build consistent groundstroke mechanics.

20 minDuration
2 playersGroup size
BeginnerDifficulty
Singles court (half)Space needed
Balls, racketsEquipment

Setup

Both players on opposite baselines. Rally crosscourt only.

Instructions

  1. Rally crosscourt continuously — neither player attacks.
  2. Count consecutive shots — target 20 in a row.
  3. If rally breaks down, reset and restart count.
  4. Switch from FH crosscourt to BH crosscourt after 10 minutes.

Coaching Points

✓ Aim for 1 metre inside the sideline and baseline.
✓ Racket finishes high over the opposite shoulder.
✓ Consistent ball toss height controls pace.

Progressions

→ Add a target zone — land in the last metre of the service box.
→ Live competition — first to 20 in a row wins.
→ One player tries to move the other while staying crosscourt.

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