By Stephen Huss, Program Director, Huss 75 76 Tennis at Crooked Creek
The adage I learned growing up was “push it deep.” Now I like to say, “drop it short!”
I encourage everyone to work on their touch shots in practice so they can be implemented in matches. Drop shots and drop volleys have substantial success at the recreational level because, in general, players are not amazing athletes like Gael Monfils or Jasmine Paolini who can chase down every shot.
An added benefit to using the drop shot/drop volley is that it forces opponents to lift the ball from a low point if they get to it, which allows for more time and a higher point of contact from your own end. It is also so frustrating to keep running after drop shots/drop volleys, so you may be able to mentally break your opponents down.
Happy drop shotting!
About Stephen: Stephen Huss is from Melbourne, Australia. He was an All American in singles and doubles at Auburn University and is a former National Women’s coach. He has coached Sofia Kenin, Jennifer Brady, and Caroline Dolehide. Huss is a former assistant coach at Virginia Tech (men’s tennis) where the team earned a #12 national ranking. He also is the 2005 Wimbledon Men’s Doubles Champion. Huss has competed in 37 grand slams, won 4 ATP titles, 17 Challenger Titles, and 8 Future Titles. Stephen runs his Elite Tennis Program, Stephen Huss 75 76 Tennis out of Crooked Creek. More info: sceneytennis.net/stephen-huss-75-76-tennis.
