Tennis Tip from Kenyon :: Hit the Right Shot to the Right Place

Season #24 Episode#:25 Shaun Boyce and Kenyon Generette-Oliver

Atlanta Tennis Podcast from GoTennis, is your go to place from all tennis scenarios related to Atlanta tennis. We bring you insights, practical tips and latest strategies to improve your tennis skill. In today's insightful episode when Shaun Boyce takes us to the USPTA certified elite coach, Kenyon Generette-Oliver who explains the importance of selecting the appropriate shot from your field position.

Greet Our Guest

Kenyon Generette- Oliver: Kenyon is an USPTA  Elite and PTR Tennis Professional. He has an extensive career of over 25 years in teaching juniors.This Atlanta tennis pro is currently working with Agnes Scott Tennis Center, Briarlake Church, and Clarkston.

What to Expect

Kenyon explains that being in the right spot of the field is very important to play the right shot. Sometimes, the ball's position forces us to be in a position where our shot selection can work against us. He continues that our response to the ball influences the reaction and response time of our opponent. Therefore, aligning your shots properly with your position in the field is important. He gives two common but crucial examples- 

• Handling Low Ball to Deep Corner: A low low ball (below the net) is often hitted aggressively to send toward the net player.But according to Oliver, this is a mistake and can lead to a point for the opponent. He explains that this type of ball should be delivered to the player at the farthest back less aggressively. This ensures more reaction time for you and a potential defensive shot from your opponent that can result in a point in your favor. 
• High Ball to the Net Player: A high ball (a "juicier" shot) is usually sent deep to the open court. But it provides the opponent with valuable time for recovery and for properly planned response. Kenyon suggests the exact opposite treatment of high ball. He encourages the net player to hit the high ball to the net player instead of the player standing at the back of the court, to shorten the response time. This strategy puts more pressure on the net player and can lead to a winning shot for your team.

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