Mastering the Art of the Ball Toss: 5 Tips for Tennis Players

TLDRLearn the fundamentals of the ball toss in tennis to improve control and precision. Focus on working with the racket arm, maintaining proper posture, keeping the arm straight, ensuring balanced weight distribution, and positioning the ball toss slightly inside the baseline.

Key insights

🎾Working with the racket arm helps develop control and precision in the ball toss.

👍Maintaining proper posture, with the chin up and the back straight, is essential for an accurate ball toss.

💪Keeping the arm straight and the wrist straight and open helps maintain a consistent and controlled ball toss.

⚖️Balanced weight distribution, with the weight gradually shifting from the back foot to the front foot, contributes to a stable ball toss.

➡️Positioning the ball toss slightly inside the baseline allows for better forward movement and contact with the ball.

Q&A

Should I separate the ball toss from the serving action?

—No, it is best to work on the ball toss with the racket arm doing its thing, as it helps develop control and precision.

What posture should I maintain during the ball toss?

—Maintain a good posture with the chin up, head straight, and back straight. The shoulder should be the hinge for the ball toss, not the whole upper body.

Why is it important to keep the arm straight and the wrist open during the ball toss?

—Keeping the arm straight and the wrist open helps ensure a consistent and accurate ball toss, avoiding any kinks or bends that can lead to imprecise throws.

Where should the weight be distributed during the ball toss?

—Start with slightly more weight on the back foot and gradually shift it forward as you prepare to toss the ball, allowing for a smooth and controlled motion.

Where should the ball toss land?

—Ideally, the ball toss should land just inside the baseline, allowing for better forward movement and contact with the ball.