Simplify Your Stroke Production

Reflect on instances where you faced an opponent who aggressively dominated the court, exerting pressure through forceful drives and attacks. In such situations, the instinctive response is often to counteract with a similarly offensive approach. For instance, when confronted with pace and spin towards us, the tendency is to intensify our swing in an attempt to swiftly conclude the point. However, this heightened pace often compromises control, resulting in suboptimal shot execution. A more strategic response would be to shorten our stroke production. By simplifying our "counter" shot, we can effectively redirect the opponent's pace and regain control of the game. Embracing simplicity in shot selection during moments of heightened pressure proves to be a winning strategy.