🎾Develop good feel for the slice to hit the ball cleanly and get a better angle.
🔀Focus on getting the angle right so that the ball curves outwards.
💪Give the slice serve a power boost to trouble your opponent.
🔁Work on progressing from field-based drills to full swing sequences for a more realistic practice.
⚠️Avoid common mistakes of slicing too much and trying to carve around the ball.
Why does my slice serve lack power?
—Slicing the ball too much and not engaging the whole body are common reasons for a lack of power in the slice serve. Focus on getting the angle right and using pronation to give the ball more force.
How can I improve my feel for the slice?
—Practice field-based drills that develop precision, hand-eye coordination, and a good feel for how the ball slides off the strings. Gradually progress to more advanced drills as your feel improves.
What's the key to getting the right angle on the slice serve?
—The key is to aim for the left side of the court for right-handed players (opposite for left-handed players). Experiment with the toss position to find the right contact point for the desired angle.
Why should I avoid trying to carve around the ball on the slice serve?
—Carving around the ball can limit the power and speed of your slice serve. Focus on pushing outwards with your racket face to generate more force and achieve a better angle.
How can I engage my whole body to generate more power in the slice serve?
—Don't hold back and prioritize control over power. Stand further back from the baseline and focus on hitting the ball with more freedom, allowing your body to naturally engage and generate more power.
00:00Introduction: Struggling with your slice serve? Learn techniques to improve power, accuracy, and angle.
00:32Drill 1: Develop feel and precision by using a continental grip and slicing the ball.
03:17Drill 2: Exaggerate hitting the ball on the side to get a good angle and feel for the slice.
05:56Drill 3: Progressively work your way back from the net to the baseline, adjusting angle and power.
09:09Corrective Exercise: Practice pronation to train your body for a more powerful slice serve.
10:58Final Drill: Stand further back from the baseline and focus on hitting a slice serve with more power and freedom.
