Angles | Ken DeHart Tennis

Ladies Finals from Australia

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

I got up at 3:30 am here in Charleston, SC to see THE match from down under. My roommate was asleep, they wouldn’t let me access the TV in the bar – afraid I would drink them dry I guess. Little did they know I don’t drink. I went to the fitness center to watch [...]
5 Winning Keys to Lobbing, pt 1

Thursday, February 26th, 2009

1. Lob with a Purpose – there are two main reasons to lob: 1. To win the point 2. To get out of trouble The Offensive Lob Offensive Lob is designed to win the point. 1. Aim point – about 10 feet over the opponents head – hit quickly so they have little chance to [...]
Serve and Volley or Rush and Crush Formations

Monday, February 16th, 2009

These players love to get to the net at any cost, hit strong volley winners and overheads. Don’t be afraid of the charging team. Reasons for the serving team to use this formation: 1. The serving team is both good volleyers. 2. The serving team has good overheads and likes to intimidate the other team. [...]
Modified “I” and “I” Formations

Monday, January 5th, 2009

These players like variety and want to get into your head. They like to volley and want to distract you. This formation can be use by the serving team on every point as well as by the receiving team. Don’t be afraid – pick a target and go for it. Reasons for the serving team [...]