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How To Master The Lob Shot

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How To Master The Lob Shot

How To Master The Lob Shot

How To Master The Lob Shot. This film demonstrates how to perform a winning lob that will help ensure you beat your opponent every time! A tough tennis shot to learn, but once mastered this lob shot is a great weapon.


Step 1:

Your grip

From the ready position, select your grip. For a lob the racket face should be open, so we recommend the continental grip.
The V of your thumb and forefinger should be on the top bevel of the racket handle.

Step 2:

Your position

As soon as you see where the ball is going, pivot your feet to the side.
The shift of your feet will quite naturally place you sideways on to the court.
As you move towards the ball, stay side on, using side steps and cross steps to adjust your position.

Step 3:

Bring the racket back

Look to take the racket head back low so that you'll be able to bring the racket under the ball. The strings of your racket head should face skywards.
Use your non-racket hand to point at the ball. This helps you track the ball and keeps your body sideways on to the shot.

Step 4:

Your swing

With your body leaning slightly back, bring your racket underneath the ball, lifting it into the air.
Remember to keep the racket face open.
TIP: Don't under-hit the ball. The worst thing you can do is give a low ball that your opponent will be able to smash.

Step 5:

Follow through

Follow through low to high with the racket ending up at your shoulder.
The momentum of your swing brings you round into the ready position.
That's all there is to it! It's a perfect lob to beat your opponent when they're at the net...learned the VideoJug way!

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