Reducing Net Errors

Key Points

• The Net is Only 3 Feet High:
  And the sun is 92 million miles away — so stop hitting the ball into the only thing in your way.Hitting into the net is the most frustrating and easily preventable error in the game.
• Target-Based Simplicity:
  Aim 3 feet over the net on all rally balls.Don’t overcomplicate it — no need for technical tweaks, just adjust your target height.
• Why It Works:
  Higher shots = fewer net errorsAccidental overshoots often result in deeper, better ballsOpponents hate high balls — they cause discomfort and forced errorsConsistency + depth = short balls you can attack
• Three Feet is the Sweet Spot:
  Half your shots will naturally land lower, half higherEven 5–6 feet over the net often results in deep, playable balls — not errors
• Even the Pros Do It:
  Nadal at the French Open played 3–5 feet over the net — not passive, just smart and aggressive with margin
• Live Drill Recap:
  Players aimed at the top of the scoreboard (3 feet)Results: No net errors, consistent depth, tougher balls for opponentsAll based on feel and target, not technical overthinking
• Takeaway:
  Get the net out of your game. Aim higher, miss less, frustrate your opponents, and win more points — all by picking a better air target.