Target Introduction: Building Precision and Control

Key Points

• The Importance of Targets: Many young players focus on winning but neglect hitting precise targets, leading to ineffective, central shots.
• Daily Training Requirement: Target practice must be consistent, especially with bucket drills to build precision and court awareness.
• Building Consistency: Move well; hit targets with precision; avoid missing balls during controlled drills (e.g., ball feeding).
• From Drills to Match Play: Target practice prepares players for live matches with varying ball heights, spins, and speeds.
• Insights from Andy Roddick: Professionals aim 2-3 feet inside the lines; hitting 10 in a row builds high-level precision.
• Key Technical Elements: Success depends on movement, racket preparation, and topspin; even small mistakes lead to missed targets.
• Practical Takeaway: If you can’t hit targets in feeding drills, you won’t hit them in live play or match situations.