If my partner is a stronger player than me, I might agree with the imaginary line; however, If not, I want them to "stay in their lane" and let me take the balls. I have very strong dinking skills!
I would add that it very much depends on whether you are playing recreationally, or in a highly competitive tournament environment. Recreationally, I would not tolerate being pushed to the sideline like that. If it continued, after polite conversation. my poaching partner would start to feel my paddle on his wrist. However, if you are playing competitively, or practicing in anticipation of playing competitively, then that imaginary line is dependent upon the skill level of each player, and you have to learn, as a team, what makes you the most effective.
I know my bad is, and I'm still new but it seems that if I can't "see", or know where my partner is, I'll usually try to take it. It has caused some tension but I'm still trying to figure it out, no matter a male or a female partner. I guess it's unfortunately natural to assume as a female, that it has something to do with their sex but I, unfortunately do the same to either if I don't know where they are and I feel.that I have a decent shot on the ball. Yikes, I know this one will cause some tension I'm sure in the comments and again I'm just learning and I do play close to the net if possible. Maybe I should turn to see where they are etc and especially since it's just rec. play, I shouldn't take it so seriously. If we don't get the point, who cares, it's all about fun but I guess that needs to go both ways. It does seem that it really only happens with some players more than others and hopefully after learning each others style, and trust this will be less of an issue.
I have a question I was on court receiving serve. My return of serve hit net and fell into kitchen. My opponents didn't get to the ball to return. Mt partner stated that there's a rule that the return of serve if hits the net and falls into kitchen it's the server sides point. I have researched the rules and cannot find this particular rule. Help me if you can.
People show up at the court to play, not to watch their partners play. So, respect the X and each player should only hit the balls they are supposed to. It has nothing to do with the center line. It's which shot is best for the team, not "who can get to it first". So, be respectful of your partner and let them hit the balls that are going to them. I can get just about every ball that comes over the net. But I would not always return it with the power and control that I should. So, I do the right thing and let the ball go by my and hopefully my partner will have a good shot.
I don't agree with the "imaginary" line principle. I love dominant men, the more dominant and agressive, the better for wins, in my opinion. Of course, they have to have the skills to back it up...but i would not want to limit my partner to an imaginary linè.
I’m not sure I buy the “imaginary line” approach. Conventional wisdom in mixed doubles is to hit to the female. She is already fielding 80% of the shots. Using the imaginary line principle plays right into the opponents’ strategy. Just like she said in her second point, you have to assess what your opponent is trying to do and come up with a strategy to neutralize it. That may involve the male becoming more aggressive.
If the level of play is 4.5 or higher the teams that win in mixed have a "dominate" male player. He will be avoided the entire match unless he can successfully insert himself. If the female wants to win she will allow him to do so. Not sexist. Just a fact.
She looks unathletic and uncoordinated. I'm guessing she's a 3.0 or maybe 3.5, newbie. I'm surprised Cliff put this on his channel actually without clarifying that this girls OPINION is advice for new female players playing with thier first aggressive male partner.
You have to communicate with your partner before the game to compliment each other's style of play! Start with this!
It looks like Ben Johns playing doubles LOL....
If my partner is a stronger player than me, I might agree with the imaginary line; however, If not, I want them to "stay in their lane" and let me take the balls. I have very strong dinking skills!
I would add that it very much depends on whether you are playing recreationally, or in a highly competitive tournament environment. Recreationally, I would not tolerate being pushed to the sideline like that. If it continued, after polite conversation. my poaching partner would start to feel my paddle on his wrist. However, if you are playing competitively, or practicing in anticipation of playing competitively, then that imaginary line is dependent upon the skill level of each player, and you have to learn, as a team, what makes you the most effective.
I know my bad is, and I'm still new but it seems that if I can't "see", or know where my partner is, I'll usually try to take it. It has caused some tension but I'm still trying to figure it out, no matter a male or a female partner. I guess it's unfortunately natural to assume as a female, that it has something to do with their sex but I, unfortunately do the same to either if I don't know where they are and I feel.that I have a decent shot on the ball. Yikes, I know this one will cause some tension I'm sure in the comments and again I'm just learning and I do play close to the net if possible. Maybe I should turn to see where they are etc and especially since it's just rec. play, I shouldn't take it so seriously. If we don't get the point, who cares, it's all about fun but I guess that needs to go both ways. It does seem that it really only happens with some players more than others and hopefully after learning each others style, and trust this will be less of an issue.
It's not always frustrating to play with an aggressive partner. It is just assumed here.
I have a question
I was on court receiving serve. My return of serve hit net and fell into kitchen. My opponents didn't get to the ball to return. Mt partner stated that there's a rule that the return of serve if hits the net and falls into kitchen it's the server sides point. I have researched the rules and cannot find this particular rule. Help me if you can.
return of serves only need to land on the other side, regardless of how.
@@postaudio thank you. That’s my understanding. I appreciate your reply.
People show up at the court to play, not to watch their partners play. So, respect the X and each player should only hit the balls they are supposed to. It has nothing to do with the center line. It's which shot is best for the team, not "who can get to it first". So, be respectful of your partner and let them hit the balls that are going to them. I can get just about every ball that comes over the net. But I would not always return it with the power and control that I should. So, I do the right thing and let the ball go by my and hopefully my partner will have a good shot.
I do whatever my wife says i should do. End
You're a smart guy,sir! Lol
I don't agree with the "imaginary" line principle. I love dominant men, the more dominant and agressive, the better for wins, in my opinion. Of course, they have to have the skills to back it up...but i would not want to limit my partner to an imaginary linè.
I’m not sure I buy the “imaginary line” approach. Conventional wisdom in mixed doubles is to hit to the female. She is already fielding 80% of the shots. Using the imaginary line principle plays right into the opponents’ strategy.
Just like she said in her second point, you have to assess what your opponent is trying to do and come up with a strategy to neutralize it. That may involve the male becoming more aggressive.
The imaginary line is that 3 inch white line already there. Tell ‘em to stay in your lane, dude
you must be a 2.0
The 60/40 split is pretty commonly used. You’ll lose if you stay strictly in your box, but it should be discussed
If the level of play is 4.5 or higher the teams that win in mixed have a "dominate" male player. He will be avoided the entire match unless he can successfully insert himself. If the female wants to win she will allow him to do so. Not sexist. Just a fact.
She looks unathletic and uncoordinated. I'm guessing she's a 3.0 or maybe 3.5, newbie. I'm surprised Cliff put this on his channel actually without clarifying that this girls OPINION is advice for new female players playing with thier first aggressive male partner.
I agree...I love dominant male partners, in mixed, I think it's a must to win.