This is awesome! I bet 90% of the coaches out there were not really clear on this. I guess you might need to make another lesson for older folks who are accustomed to the close stance forehand. Basically it is similar with the right foot kicking out after hitting the running forehand.
Ning Liu glad you enjoyed it! Good insights regarding the closed stance on the outer thirds of the court, we’ll definitely mention it in a future video. Thanks for sharing!
As a 3.5 player who had mostly played singles this past USTA season, I can't emphasise how important the proper footwork is when you're being pushed and pulled during the actual match. If you're not "there" on time then you'll end up playing defense most of the time. Thank you for this tip.
VFR Explorer the best offense is a good defense but it sure is nice when we can initiate offense from the jump! Glad you enjoyed the vid, thanks for feedback!
I’ve seen the reverse crossover step lately too and they look like they’re almost going to fall over backwards at sped. I’m curious though as to why it’s ok on the backhand side; is it just a biomechanical thing?
Andrew Moseley I was curious on that too, maybe it is because your back leg usually stays more conservative on backhand side compared to forehand. Due to that reason your back leg usually stays behind on your backhand, so if you were to do proper crossover your leg would travel very long distance however with reverse crossover it will travel less distance...?
Andrew Moseley yes it’s biomechanics my nature. The correct footwork on each side is simply more efficient in aiding the recovery. By using the correct step it helps align the body to stay centered and balance. It gives the player the option of shuffling back or running depending on the opponents shot. The incorrect steps create an imbalance and often impedes optimum performance. Hope this helps!
On the backhand, why can't you use the outside leg (left leg) to cross over in *front* of the right leg, basically doing the mirror image of what you explained on the forehand side?
Gounda Mani some players do prefer that particular method and we see it a little more throughout the WTA. In our experience, the back leg crossing behind on the recovery allows the player to turn and run if necessary a bit easier. Great question, thanks for watching!
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any tips for 1 handed backhand recovery? Yesterday I lost a point just because I was leaning left after a running shot rather than recovering to the right.
Smiley Damp try to pivot to your outside foot and use it to push off to get back to center. It’s the same as the THB recover when done with a cross step. If the ball is extremely wide you can hit the OHB open stance as well. Hope this helps.
Nate. It's such a pleasure getting tips from you guys everyday....
Thanks Robert, we really appreciate that! Thanks for the continued support!🙏👊
This is awesome! I bet 90% of the coaches out there were not really clear on this. I guess you might need to make another lesson for older folks who are accustomed to the close stance forehand. Basically it is similar with the right foot kicking out after hitting the running forehand.
Ning Liu glad you enjoyed it! Good insights regarding the closed stance on the outer thirds of the court, we’ll definitely mention it in a future video. Thanks for sharing!
This one was well explained, thanks for this! Funny enough I was just looking for something on this topic, perfect timing!
As a 3.5 player who had mostly played singles this past USTA season, I can't emphasise how important the proper footwork is when you're being pushed and pulled during the actual match. If you're not "there" on time then you'll end up playing defense most of the time. Thank you for this tip.
VFR Explorer the best offense is a good defense but it sure is nice when we can initiate offense from the jump! Glad you enjoyed the vid, thanks for feedback!
Such a good explanation. I've been trying to figure out when to use both patterns for years. Thank you!
Elena M we’re happy to help! Glad to hear you enjoyed the instruction. Thanks for watching. 😊
Awesome and very very indispensable! Esp the small detail with the wrong reverse step. 👍👏💪
Omar Sultanov glad you enjoyed it, hope it helps with your footwork!
What determines when to crossover in front (as opposed to behind as demonstrated here) on the backhand side?
I’ve seen the reverse crossover step lately too and they look like they’re almost going to fall over backwards at sped. I’m curious though as to why it’s ok on the backhand side; is it just a biomechanical thing?
Andrew Moseley I was curious on that too, maybe it is because your back leg usually stays more conservative on backhand side compared to forehand. Due to that reason your back leg usually stays behind on your backhand, so if you were to do proper crossover your leg would travel very long distance however with reverse crossover it will travel less distance...?
Andrew Moseley yes it’s biomechanics my nature. The correct footwork on each side is simply more efficient in aiding the recovery. By using the correct step it helps align the body to stay centered and balance. It gives the player the option of shuffling back or running depending on the opponents shot. The incorrect steps create an imbalance and often impedes optimum performance. Hope this helps!
I need this- thanks!
On the backhand, why can't you use the outside leg (left leg) to cross over in *front* of the right leg, basically doing the mirror image of what you explained on the forehand side?
Gounda Mani some players do prefer that particular method and we see it a little more throughout the WTA. In our experience, the back leg crossing behind on the recovery allows the player to turn and run if necessary a bit easier. Great question, thanks for watching!
I’m looking forward to the next progression video of open stance, full stretch, split-slide, squash shot. 😁
Andrew Moseley all good recommendations! Thanks
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any tips for 1 handed backhand recovery? Yesterday I lost a point just because I was leaning left after a running shot rather than recovering to the right.
Smiley Damp try to pivot to your outside foot and use it to push off to get back to center. It’s the same as the THB recover when done with a cross step. If the ball is extremely wide you can hit the OHB open stance as well. Hope this helps.
Really helpful thanks, now I see my mistake 😂😅👍👍👍
Tzen Lee glad we could help, thanks for watching! 🤙🏼
love it
Which rackets do you use?
Rudi_das_Nashorn he uses the Wilson blade
@@robbieray9164 and which Blade?
Why not defend the middle 2/3 and let them make mistakes with targeting lines? The new middle should reduce the amount of court you need to defend.
Jeffrey Look true but at some point the opponent is going to find the open court, especially at higher levels.
@@Playyourcourt What level in NTRP would you need to do more in defence?
Alright? Alright? Alright?
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