It's Time To Serve It Up

Ah, the serve... the decision to play it safe or go for broke. My philosophy? Transform your serve into a formidable weapon. If you've already mastered consistency, it's time to inject some depth and power. 

Once you've honed your accuracy, focus on adding depth. Pushing your opponents beyond the baseline from the get-go sets you up for stronger third shots which leads to tougher 4 shots for them. Depth, coupled with power, is a strong combination that can tilt the odds in your favor.

View your serve as the gateway to offense. The pressure you apply with that initial shot sets the tone for the entire rally, often dictating who takes control.

Need more power? Try the "take a step back to take a step in" approach. Stepping off the baseline before stepping into your serve adds extra energy and momentum, boosting your power and depth.

As for practice, your serve can be your most reliable training partner. With just a court and some balls, you can drill until you achieve your desired precision. Start by targeting the back 20% of the court for consistency, then challenge yourself by aiming for specific spots.

Mastering your serve can lead to quick points and forced errors. Transform your serve into a weapon, and watch as it becomes your greatest asset.