The lob serve which requires the most precision is the high nick lob. When performed correctly, this serve cannot be cut off by the receiver and dies in the back of the court, making it one of the most difficult lob serves to return. The server stands just to the left of center in the […]
Shane Vanderson gives advice on how to cut off the lob serve. Cutting off a lob serve at the 5 ft encroachment line will get you to center court early and also prevent your opponent from taking center court.
In this video, Rocky Carson demonstrates several alternative lob serves which can be more difficult for your opponent to return. Rocky shows how to hit the high lob nick, high lob z forehand, high lob z backhand, and half lob serves. Please remember that when serving, you are not allowed to back out of the […]