Footwork drills · Rear court · Intermediate · ~3 min

Round-the-head corner movement

Lets you play a forehand overhead from the backhand rear corner, keeping attacking options.

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Starting position

Ready position at base.

Movement sequence

1. Split step and turn so your back faces the forehand sideline (right foot back).
2. Chasse diagonally back toward the backhand rear corner.
3. Hit overhead with the contact above or slightly left of the head; the left leg reaches out sideways to land.
4. Absorb on the left leg and push back toward base.

Recovery

Push strongly off the left leg back to base. Recovery is longer here, so play a shot that buys time if needed.

Technique cues

• Turn early
• Land on the left, push back

Common mistakes

• Contact too far behind the head
• Landing with weight falling away from the court

Easier

Backhand rear-corner movement without the round-the-head stroke.

Harder

Round-the-head smash followed by a net shot.

Safety

• Requires good shoulder mobility; avoid if overhead reaching is painful.
• Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, chest pain or unusual breathlessness.

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