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@mdShahid-km7tk2 жыл бұрын
It is the best short balls video, I have ever watched. Very good content!!
@PerformancePlusTennis2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Kindly, John
@marktace13 жыл бұрын
One of the reasons for covering the high ball is that we tend to open the racquet face as our contact point gets higher. What feels like a square racquet face is really quite open and an open racquet face on a high ball is a recipe for disaster. I ask people to keep their racquet face square with their eyes closed while going from a low to high contact point. At low points the racquet is somewhat closed and at high it is way open. This is especially important for those of us with eastern grips on high balls and for those with stronger grips on low balls.
@PerformancePlusTennis3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike for your fine comments and contribution to the video! Kindly, John
@ShaunSweeney71 Жыл бұрын
Hi my friend what is your thoughts on the Wilson tour force, I have been hitting with this racquet recently, and I just started playing again after a 25 year hiatus, it is funny I am still hitting the extremely clean and have been using your lessons to improve, I use a semi western grip on my forehand and a continental grip on my serve. I appreciate your hard work on your videos, thank you my friend.
@PerformancePlusTennis Жыл бұрын
HI Shaun, Thanks for your question and feedback. The Tour Force certainly isn't one of Wilson's flagship racquets, but if you like it, go for it! Glad my lessons are helping you! All the best, John
@ShaunSweeney71 Жыл бұрын
@@PerformancePlusTennis I have a tendency to bend racquets after playing with them for a little while, I used to play with the Wilson Profile 95s when I use to hit the ball extremely flat, but since I have been watching your tennis videos, I changed my swing up and use a little more top spin. I have 3 of the Wilson tour forces and I am playing with nylon strings, which I never really played with before, I used Boa natural gut in the profiles which I still have, I have to admit that the Profiles are one of the best racquets I have ever played doubles with and I am only 5’7 and I used rip the ball on return of serves and I was really good at the net, and my ground game was very good also, in the 90s I was ranked a 5.0 player and won a few of the club tournaments in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. I think it would be awesome playing doubles with you as my partner, because I laugh and have fun, and I never get stressed out or tense while I am playing. I really enjoy the game so much that I would play with a broom if I had too. I also play tennis against all levels, and I have never been a player who doesn’t want to play players that aren’t as good as myself. I trained everyday and I worked so hard when I was younger, that I am able to play today with a little skill. My problem is that I have had two hip replacements and a plate in my left shoulder, so I got pissed that I wasn’t able to move for a while, as I was in a wheelchair and I had to learn how to walk again, but I am back now, and I want to show other disabled people that they can do things in life, no matter what other people say they can’t do. I loathe the word can’t! I did take your advice on my training and I stopped hitting ten bucks of serves a day, I just hit one or two buckets and watch your videos on how to improve my toss. I am also 51 years old now, and I want to get ranked again and play in tournaments again. I appreciate everything you are doing for people, your a good man my friend. If I ever get a chance I would like to play at your club and maybe I could hit with you, but no running me around to much big fella. Hahe GOD bless you my friend.
@PerformancePlusTennis Жыл бұрын
@@ShaunSweeney71 Hi Shaun, Thanks for the detailed update on your game. I am inspired by your determination to play again at a high level and inside other people to go for it! I do suggest you spend at least 25% of your training time on mobility - the combination of flexibility and strength. This will improve your performance and also reduce the chance of future injuries. Best of lick to you, and keep me updated on your progress! Best, John
@massimodanzelmo4607Ай бұрын
Thanks again John for you valuable teaching 🎾
@beaglesrfun58964 жыл бұрын
I hesitate (aka - fear moving forward) whenever I get a short ball. From now on, I will embrace it as an invitation to put the ball away. Thank you.
@PerformancePlusTennis4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, John
@indirajayaraman47582 жыл бұрын
Great tips for short balls. Thank you
@PerformancePlusTennis2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Indira. Glad the video was valuable for you! Kindly, John
@the1tfactor3 жыл бұрын
I just love the relaxed, smooth swing. I usually get all amped-up and Hulk smash!
@PerformancePlusTennis3 жыл бұрын
Hi Tanya! We will fix that on the 13th! Can't wait!
@PerformancePlusTennis3 жыл бұрын
Let's plan to do a video too, ok?
@the1tfactor3 жыл бұрын
@@PerformancePlusTennis Ok by me!
@doosrajawad4 жыл бұрын
Great stuff. If you arrive at the ball that is shoulder high, do you hit down on it, or let it drop a bit and swing through it?
@PerformancePlusTennis4 жыл бұрын
Jawad Ali Hi Jawad, Thanks for your question. I would let the ball drop slightly and swing through as you see me do in the video. You should not feel the sensation (or have the intention) of hitting down...only the feeling of a slightly closed racquet face on the shoulder high contact inside the service line...I hope this helps. Kindly, John
@weyman43174 жыл бұрын
Another thing to mention on short balls is not too get close to the net after hitting them- just in case your opponent gets to the ball to either lob or pass you. Best to stay just inside service line so that you can adjust for any smash or volley that might be needed to finish the point.
@PerformancePlusTennis4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your input! Kindly, John
@willkittwk5 ай бұрын
Great job coach
@VeracsPkrАй бұрын
thanks
@thingshappen96794 жыл бұрын
Hi John .. Been subscribed to your channel for one month now ... very very impressed with your lessons and structure to your videos ... lucky to have you sharing your knowledge its very much apprecated ... regards shawn
@PerformancePlusTennis4 жыл бұрын
Hi Shawn, Thanks so much for your kind words and support! BTW, right now I am offering a 5 day special with access to our VIP Membership for just $5! Click here to learn more: performanceplustennis.com/performance-plus-academy-5/. Thanks, John
@smashthestateX2 жыл бұрын
damnnn what a fh
@baremiskic80904 жыл бұрын
Thanks,super video💪
@PerformancePlusTennis4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bare! Stay tuned for more unique and valuable lessons coming here at PPT!
@akingturtle4 жыл бұрын
For the low short balls...should I change from a semi western to a continental grip to be more effective?
@PerformancePlusTennis4 жыл бұрын
akingturtle Hi, keep the semi western grip if you plan to play a topspin approach. For the slice, switch to continental. Thanks!
@troyseth85274 жыл бұрын
Easily understandable. Thanks.
@PerformancePlusTennis4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Troy! Have a great day! John
@Legnerps3 жыл бұрын
What racquet are you using?
@PerformancePlusTennis3 жыл бұрын
Wilson Pro Staff 97.
@smokinjoe46843 жыл бұрын
This looks like the Wilson 97?
@PerformancePlusTennis3 жыл бұрын
That's right, although I have since switched to the Clash100. Bigger sweet sport, more power, no loss of control. Best, John
@MMurad-ol4jk4 жыл бұрын
Great simple instruction, thanks John !
@mrindecisive1004 жыл бұрын
A mistake I often make on a short ball is that my swing of the racket is too long meaning that I hit the ball long. I've read that the general rule of thumb is: a full swing at the baseline; a half swing at the service line; and no swing at the net (for volleys).
@PerformancePlusTennis4 жыл бұрын
Hi, Several factors can influence the length of shot, but I think this is a good guideline to follow. Also, we filmed a lesson on your question / comments from last week...look for that to release in a week or two. Kindly, John
@mrindecisive1004 жыл бұрын
@@PerformancePlusTennis Thanks for letting me know John; I'm sure there'll be a lot in that lesson to help improve my game.