Altering your serving position
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Nigel C Asked 9 years ago
Do players ever change their receiving position during matches. I sometimes alter my position slightly as I think it leaves my opponent guessing what kind of return I am planning, and it may make them change from using a serve I am finding difficult to return. Any thoughts?
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Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago
Hi Nigel,
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You should alter the position depending on where they are serving from. For example if they are serving from a position wide on their backhand the angle to cover is more on your backhand side.
Changing your position to force a serve can also work well. If you find that an opponent is getting you wide on your backhand it is a good idea to move over to over that ball and try to force them to serve it to your forehand side.
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