Baseline Position (Back 3 Feet)
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1. Serving Position
1. Serving Position
Primary Shots:
Primary Shots:
Deep serve (70% of serves)
Target: Deep corner or middle
Paddle Angle: 5-10° upward
Purpose: Push receiver back
Short serve (30% of serves)
Target: Just over kitchen line
Paddle Angle: 15-20° upward
Purpose: Create return confusion
Strategic Considerations:
Strategic Considerations:
Watch receiver's starting position
Vary serve placement and pace
Consider wind conditions
Partner should be ready at baseline
Plan third shot before serving
2.Return of Serve Position
2.Return of Serve Position
Primary Shots:
Primary Shots:
Deep return
Target: Opponent's feet
Paddle Angle: Angle: 5° closed
Purpose: Keep serving team back
Middle return
Target: Between opponents
Paddle Angle: 0° (flat)
Purpose: Create confusion
Short return
Target: Kitchen line
Paddle Angle: 10° open
Purpose: Prevent aggressive third shot
Strategic Considerations:
Strategic Considerations:
Target: Kitchen line
Paddle Angle: 10° open
Purpose: Prevent aggressive third shot
Transition Zone (Mid-Court)
1. Moving Forward Position
1. Moving Forward Position
Primary Shots:
Primary Shots:
Third shot drop
Target: Kitchen area
Paddle Angle: 20-25° open
Purpose: Neutralize net advantage
Third shot drive
Target: Opponents' feet or middle
Paddle Angle: 0-5° closed
Purpose: Force weak reply
Reset slice
Target: Kitchen or mid-court
Paddle Angle: 15° open
Purpose: Buy time to advance
Strategic Considerations:
Strategic Considerations:
Keep shoulders square to net
Take small adjustment steps
Watch opponents' movement
Communicate with partner
Be ready to retreat if necessary
2. Defensive Mid-Court Position
2. Defensive Mid-Court Position
Primary Shots:
Primary Shots:
Blocking volley
Target: Deep court or middle
Paddle Angle: 5-10° open
Purpose: Neutralize net advantage
Defensive lob
Target: Deep corners
Paddle Angle: 45° open
Purpose: Reset position
Reset dink
Target: Kitchen
Paddle Angle: 20° open
Purpose: Move to net
Strategic Considerations:
Strategic Considerations:
Stay balanced and ready
Watch opponent's paddle face
Don't rush forward movement
Keep paddle up and ready
Look for opportunities to advance
Kitchen Line Position
1. Offensive Net Position
1. Offensive Net Position
Primary Shots:
Primary Shots:
Dink (Straight ahead)
Target: Middle of kitchen
Paddle Angle: 20° open
Purpose: Control point
Dink (Cross-court)
Target: Opponent's backhand
Paddle Angle: 25° open
Purpose: Create opening
Punch volley
Target: Open court or opponents' feet
Paddle Angle: 5° closed
Purpose: End point
Speed-up
Target: Gaps in opponents' defense
Paddle Angle: 0° (flat)
Purpose: Force weak reply
Strategic Considerations:
Strategic Considerations:
Stay patient in dink rallies
Watch opponents' paddle preparation
Keep knees bent and ready
Maintain proper kitchen line distance
Look for put-away opportunities
2. Defensive Mid-Court Position
2. Defensive Mid-Court Position
Primary Shots:
Primary Shots:
Block volley
Target: Kitchen or deep court
Paddle Angle: 10° open
Purpose: Neutralize power
Drop volley
Target: Just over net
Paddle Angle: 25° open
Purpose: Change pace
Around-the-post (ATP)
Target: Along sideline
Paddle Angle: 10-15° open
Purpose: Surprise attack
Strategic Considerations:
Strategic Considerations:
Stay balanced and ready
Keep paddle in front
Watch ball all the way to paddle
Be ready to step back
Communicate with partner
Advanced Court Positioning
Advanced Court Positioning
Cross-Court Movements
Primary Considerations:
Primary Considerations:
Maintain diagonal coverage
Watch cross-court angles
Stay connected with partner
Be ready for poaching
Cover middle gaps
Middle Court Management
Primary Considerations:
Primary Considerations:
Default to middle coverage
Communicate on middle balls
Watch opponent stacking
Control center line
Share responsibility with partner
Emergency Recovery Positions
Emergency Recovery Positions
1.Lob Defense
1.Lob Defense
Primary Shots:
Primary Shots:
Overhead smash
Target: Open court or middle
Paddle Angle: 30° downward
Purpose: End point
Reset lob
Target: Deep corners
Paddle Angle: 45° open
Purpose: Buy recovery time
Strategic Considerations:
Strategic Considerations:
Don't panic when lobbed
Call "Switch" if crossing over
Watch shadow on court
Take recovery steps after shot
Reset to proper position quickly
2.Scramble Positions
2.Scramble Positions
Primary Shots:
Primary Shots:
Get ball up
Target: High and deep
Paddle Angle: 30-45° open
Purpose: Reset point
Emergency block
Target: Any in-court location
Paddle Angle: Match incoming pace
Purpose: Keep point alive
Strategic Considerations:
Strategic Considerations:
Stay calm under pressure
Focus on ball contact
Give partner time to reset
Communicate recovery plan
Return to proper position ASAP
Key Position-Based Principles
Key Position-Based Principles
Progress Forward When Possible
Progress Forward When Possible
Move forward with purpose
Maintain proper weight distribution
Ready position at each location
Look for advancement opportunities
Maintain Proper Spacing
Maintain Proper Spacing
With partner side-to-side
With net distance
With baseline depth
During point progression
Reset Positions After Each Shot
Reset Positions After Each Shot
Return to ready stance
Check partner alignment
Watch opponent positioning
Prepare for next shot
Position Recovery Priorities
Position Recovery Priorities
Safety first in emergencies
Communicate during movement
Cover most likely return
Work as team to reset
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