Which tactic adopted during a return of service or how to avoid an easy smatch of the opponents?
Two options are available to us:
1 / Either the service is easy to return and in this case, all options are open:
2 / Either the service is complicated to return:
A complicated service is a long service with the most often a cut effect near the walls ... In short, a service where you are not comfortable ...
In this case, I recommend a return down to avoid making a lob too short, too good opportunity for the opponents to finish the point easily. It is better to opt for the following options:
Indeed, as it is easy to earn a point on an easy to execute smatch, it is not possible for everyone to earn a point directly with a volley.
In the following videos, you will observe both types of situations. The return down allows us to counter-attack with a lob if the volley performed by our opponents does not present a problem. If not, it is advisable to play again down while waiting for a more favorable time for the lob.