Best Tips of 2016: #11, Returning a kick serve

Dec 21, 2016
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Best Tips of 2016: #11, Returning a kick serve

Attack forward when returning a kick.

Published Dec 21, 2016

The year has been long and chaotic, so here's a countdown of the Top 15 instruction tips we have to offer.

See No. 12 here.

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The kick serve can be one of the toughest shots to return since it can bounce well over your head. But if you recognize it early, and be aggressive with it, you'll be able to neutralize and even take advantage of this return. The key is taking charge early by moving into the shot and not letting the ball push you around.

Check out No. 10.