TECHNICAL

The technical component involves all of the elements and skills that go into shot execution and technique. This component includes all of the elements involved in developing sound shot technique, such as getting into position, setting up for a shot and the biomechanics of correctly hitting a ball.

 

The eight technical subcomponents are: tracking skills, racquet skills, shot fundamentals, ball control, movement and footwork, modern shot technique, developing weapons and developing game styles.

Technical subcomponents

The following list defines each of the subcomponents and explains them with a short video.

1. Tracking skills - Gauging an incoming ball's characteristics and flight path (e.g., spin, pace, depth, direction, etc.) MORE

2. Racquet skills - Learning to use a racquet as the extension of the arm and adjust the racquet face to control the ball MORE

3. Shot fundamentals - Learning the foundations of all shots - from anticipation to execution MORE

4. Ball control - Learning to control spin, pace, depth and direction of various shots MORE

5. Movement and footwork - Perfecting footwork for prediction, interception, preparation and recovery within specific shots or sequences MORE

6. Modern shot technique - Understanding the specifics and complexities of the modern angular game MORE

7. Developing weapons - Developing one or more punishing shots that are hit as winners or that force errors with great regularity MORE

8. Developing game styles - Understanding one's strengths and creating a playing style to capitalize on them MORE

Resources

 

Below is a list of available video clips describing in detail the technical component as well as each of its eight subcomponents.

What is the technical component?
Describe the importance of the technical component
Describe the technical component

 
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