Doubles
Doubles Strategies and Pointers…
Affiliations
– USPTA and PTR Member Since 1980
– Wilson Tennis Advisory Staff for 30+ years
– Former Virginia Head Verifier
– USPTA and PTR Member Since 1980
– Wilson Tennis Advisory Staff for 30+ years
– Former Virginia Head Verifier
Successful Doubles Returns
/by Gary GarnerGood receivers have consistent returns but are also able to add variety to keep their opponents guessing. A good receiver should have at least 4 different return options. Work on these returns to keep the server off balance and your partner in a controlled aggressive position. The most basic return in your arsenal is the […]
Doubles Styles of Play and Formations
/by Gary GarnerOne Up, One Back Teams that play one up, one back are just playing singles with an observer stationed at the net. This is the easiest team to beat. The one up, one back formation leaves a big hole between the baseline and net player. This puts a premium on an efficient baseliner. Remember to […]
The Doubles Dance
/by Gary GarnerThe job of the net players as they move back and forth without the ball is instrumental in controlling the point. “Just because you’re not hitting the ball doesn’t mean you don’t matter”. When you are the server’s partner and at the net Your job is to control their shot and force them to go […]
Winning the Doubles Warm Up
/by Gary GarnerMost doubles teams warm up and then spin the racket. It is important to know the serving order prior to warming up. Introduce yourself, spin the racket and decide, do you want to serve or receive 1st. What side you want to start off on and what court (deuce or ad) you want to play. […]
Thoughts on Doubles
/by Gary GarnerDoubles is a game of percentages and placement. Each player should be responsible for 65% of the court. With that in mind, the game of doubles is not hard to figure out. You just have to make your shots. KEEP it SIMPLE: The tactics in doubles should have a solid foundation with emphasis on execution. […]
Doubles – Australian and “I” Formations
/by Gary GarnerPlaying good doubles is an art. When played correctly it is a game of fast hands, anticipation, and deft volleys. Above all else, it is a game played by two people on the same side of the net. Your team is functioning at its maximum efficiency if both players enter the same point. An excellent […]
Common Sense Doubles
/by Gary GarnerDoubles is a game of percentages and placement. Each player should be responsible for 65% of the court. With that in mind then the game of doubles is not hard to figure out. You just have to make your shots. KEEP IT SIMPLE The tactics in doubles should have a solid foundation with emphasis on […]
Job Assignments in Doubles
/by Gary GarnerThe Server’s Job: Set up their net player up with a well placed serve. Your net player is a factor on the 1st serve and a non-factor on the 2nd serve. Put 75% of your 1st serves in play. Call the score before every point (a little louder when you’re ahead). Tell your partner where […]
Doubles and Singles Match Strategies
/by Gary GarnerYour match strategy is the overall game plan that you employ during competition. These strategies will help you stay focused and keep your game plan simple. BEFORE the MATCH Use imagery. See yourself executing your best tactic and hitting your favorite shots . Devise your strategy. Review their strengths and weaknesses and how you’ll respond. […]