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Two Up vs. Two Back

Practice volleying as a team and defending with lobs.

DoublesIntermediate

Practice volleying as a team and defending with lobs.

  • Players3-4
  • Time15 min
  • EquipmentBalls

Setup: Team A at the net; team B at the baseline.

  1. Feed from the baseline to start the point.
  2. Play out the point.
  3. Rotate after 10 points.

Coaching cues

  • Move as a unit
  • Volley down to the feet
  • Lob over the net team

Common mistakes

  • Partners splitting apart
  • Hitting up to the net team

Progression: Team B may approach to the net.

Coach's note: Teams that move together like they're tied by a rope win more doubles points.

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