Overhead Clear Practice
Tactical Problem: How do you create yourself time?
Skill Development: Execute an overhead clear.
Teaching Points:
  • Non-racquet arm up (aiming, balance, trunk rotation).
  • Racket arm extension.
  • Snap the wrist.
  • Weight transfer.
  • Follow through, and back to ready position.
  • Outcome: high and deep.
 Diagram: Hand Feed.



 
Organizational Points:

1. Partner Hand Feeds Birdie:

  • In partners.
  • Partner feeds from in front and to a side.
  • Place groups across from each other so there will be a continuous supply of birdies.
  • Can place up to 12 players per court.
2. Partner Serve Feeds Birdie:
  • In partners.
  • Partner feeds from opposite side of the net.
  • Place groups across from each other so there will be a continuous supply of birdies.
  • Can place up to 12 players per court.
 Diagram: Serve Feed.