Thursday, March 27, 2003


T Forehand Volley - make it look easy !!! Posted by Picasa


One handed backhand volley - make it easy - don't create a big swing. Posted by Picasa


Two handed backhand volley - don't be afraid to use this shot. Posted by Picasa

Wednesday, March 26, 2003


Serving basics - get that strong throwing position in the back  Posted by Picasa


Federer serve - perfect throwing position at the top of the backswing; forearm and upper arm at approximately 90 degrees. Posted by Picasa


Serving basics - extension - gets tougher all the time ... Posted by Picasa

Tuesday, March 25, 2003


Good forehand - take back, turning shoulders but not necessary to turn feet. Posted by Picasa


Good forehand - good position in the back ... short, and preferrably slightly below the ball. Posted by Picasa


Good forehand - good impact position ...  Posted by Picasa


Federer's huge forehand - body facing the court, no lean, good balance, racquet tracking from slightly below the below... Posted by Picasa


Good forehand - finishing position ... Posted by Picasa


James Blake - finishing forehand, right shoulder through, and racquet head coming back down ... Posted by Picasa

Monday, March 24, 2003


Old forehand - Racquet gone 90 degrees past hips means the swing is already too long, and is going to remain that way throughout the swing. Posted by Picasa


Old forehand - Overly long backswing, tough to get good timing and consistency with that big backswing ... Posted by Picasa


Old forehand - impact position ... not too bad, overly strong leg position, and hips are going to have a hard time turning. Posted by Picasa


Old forehand - finishing leaning too far forward, not really any turn through the ball.  Posted by Picasa