Drills · 🟢 Mini Green

Topspin Forehand

Forehand · 15 min · Typical age 9–11 · Green Ball ball

Fence drill then with ball. Low-to-high path. Windshield wiper finish.

How to run it

  1. Set upFull court. Coach feeds forehands with focus on topspin generation. Green ball. 8-min set.
  2. PositioningPlayer at baseline centre; aim crosscourt past service line.
  3. FootworkOpen stance or semi-open for power; back foot loads under hip.
  4. ProgressionBeginner: slow feeds, focus on low-to-high swing path. Intermediate: medium pace with depth target. Advanced: full pace + crosscourt vs DTL choice.

Coaching cue

"Brush up the back of the ball." "Drop the racket head below the ball." "Finish over the shoulder."

What a parent can do

Watch the racket finish over the shoulder.

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