TIP OF THE MONTH
ESTABLISH A PRE-SERVING ROUTINE.
This could be as simple as holding the ball a certain way, a spin, a slap, a deep breath. The important thing is to be consistent once you establish this. Why? A routine helps you prepare mentally for the next step. It helps to keep you focused and confident - the two most important things while serving. You see this practiced in basketball (before free throws), golf (before the swing), baseball (pitcher or batter) and other sports. Once you create a good routine, try to do it exactly the same every time you step back to serve.
1. AVOID HITTING OR BOUNCING THE BALL MANY TIMES
This can result in the ball spraying off the server's foot and the server having to chase it down. Not good.
2. AVOID A LONG ROUTINE
You only have 5 seconds and the last thing you want to feel is rushed when it comes to the serving mechanics.
3. KEEP IT SIMPLE
You don't get style or difficulty points for your pre-serve routine. Your routine does not have to be unique or different from the other player's routines. The whole point is to keep you focused. So don't over do it. Keep it simple so it's easy to remember and easy to execute.
-OCTOBER
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