Objective
Develop the ability to combine dinks with a strategic lob to catch your opponent off guard.
How the drill goes
Both players start at the non-volley zone (NVZ) line, facing each other.
Dinking:
Players begin by dinking the ball back and forth, maintaining a controlled rally.
Focus on keeping the ball low and within the NVZ.
Lob Execution:
After a few good dinks, Player 1 (the driller) executes a high lob over Player 2's (feeder) head.
Player 2 looks back to see where the lob landed but does not attempt to retrieve it (in a real game, their partner would handle this).
Observation and Deception:
Player 1 should observe Player 2’s body position and weight distribution.
The lob is more effective after a short dink that forces the opponent to lean forward.
The lob is also more deceptive if Player 1 maintains consistent body language, making it appear as though another dink is coming.
Reset and Repeat:
After the lob, Player 1 runs to get the lobbed ball, resets, and both players start again from the NVZ.
Key Points:
Use short dinks to draw your opponent forward, setting up the lob.
Maintain consistent body language to deceive your opponent.
Practice observing your opponent’s positioning to time the lob effectively.
This drill helps players develop a strategic combination of dinks and lobs, improving their ability to challenge opponents and create opportunities during a match. By practicing this sequence, players can enhance their offensive play and keep their opponents guessing.
