Opening the Court: Pattern 1

[John Yandell]

Let's get your thoughts on George Zink's article, "Opening the Court: Pattern 1"

[klacr]

Cool new series.
Great first pattern to work on. Attacking the backhand never the wrong option.

Kyle LaCroix USPTA
Boca Raton

[dipperhitter]

This gives me a new way to think and practice. I usually drill down the line, crosscourt, inside out--ball after ball. I really like the idea of repetition of shot combos.

[scottmurphy]

With so much mindless hitting at the recreational level or just hitting for the sake of power at the junior level it's combinations like these that can greatly enhance a player's ability to work points in their favor. Practicing patterns like these assure players of becoming smarter and better competitors. Looking forward to more...

[bottle]

Will go back to review those two articles again, but how can I apply them to doubles since I don't play singles any more?

[paddleguy1]

Thank you everyone for the nice comments. I have been using these patterns for years with my students. It’s truly helps them think a bit better and learn to open up the court so they feel have some control over the outcome of the match.
As far as doubles, bottle these are mostly singles patterns. Although a few of them could be used for doubles for sure. I think one of the next articles I do should be doubles patterns!!
Keep the feedback coming everyone. Love to hear from you. And if there are any questions, please post.
Thank you.
George Zink