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How to Poach in Tennis

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The poach is an interception of the return of serve by the offensive doubles net player. This is a surprise tactic that requires excellent timing, like the steal in baseball. It is a move that is relegated to the more advanced player.

Difficulty: Challenging
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Split step once your partner has served and as your opponent makes contact with the ball.

  2. Step 2

    Attempt to move to the center of the court.

  3. Step 3

    Keep up on your toes at the net to perform this shot.

  4. Step 4

    Take the shot aggressively.

  5. Step 5

    Cut off the return of service with a volley.

  6. Step 6

    Put the ball away.

Tips & Warnings
  • Practice split stepping when the returner is making contact with the ball.
  • Practice this move with your partner when he/she is serving.
  • Jump rope to help develop this move.
  • Communicate with your partner what you intend to do at the net (by hand or racquet signals). Some of the best worldclass doubles partners use this technique.

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kselz said

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on 6/8/2009 Great tips on an aggressive move that needs to be practiced over and over again.

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