doubles strategy

I will be playing mixed dubs and likely will be playing w/ either of the two 3.0 ladies... who are decent at the net, but just not able to get back for lobs. Rather than shuffling back like a Quarterback drop, they back pedal two tiny steps and call out yours! These ladies have been well...

Playing in my first USTA league this spring, it’s 8.5 combo with a really good 5.0 as my partner. The team and league is mostly 4.0/4.5 combos. Last I checked there’s one other 5.0 in the league (but I also know my partner isn’t signed up yet so who knows final number). When you’re far and away...

1. You are the front player about 1 step in front of the service line. Partner receives the ball and puts a wounded duck up high to the opposing net player. Where do you back up to? Cover the middle, cover the cross court angle, or bisect? 2. You are the back player. Lob goes over your net...

This is my first year as captain of our 2.5 team. All of the gals have been playing at least a couple of years and some for over a decade (at 2.5!). I watch tennis videos, do drills, and take lessons. This last year I learned that we should be shading (following the ball either side to side or...

Hi all, Was just wondering what attributes made the Bryan Brothers so good throughout their career? I feel like there is constant discussion about what makes a certain singles player so good or what they excel/lack in, but in regards to doubles, I don't see any of that discussion or nuance. I...

Hoping for some great suggestions. My goal is to improve my tennis....be a better 4.0 doubles player. I have between now and April, 2020 to participate in whatever it takes. I live in Denver, CO but am willing to travel. I'm a retired adult player. So first question -- please recommend some high...