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This is a classic, Eastern topspin forehand.
Key points:
- Eastern forehand grip: Center your palm on the plane of the handle that is parallel to the plane of the string bed.
- Square stance: Align your feet so that a line from the back foot through the front foot runs parallel to the sideline.
- Forward, linear power production: Generate power by pushing forward and upward with your legs and swinging your racquet mostly in a line perpendicular to the net, forward and upward. Lift your body weight with your front leg during the swing, keeping little or no weight on the back foot.
- Small adjusting steps: Take at least three little steps before every swing to develop precise positioning. Take a larger final step toward the ball with your front foot to initiate your forward weight transfer.
- Mid-sized backswing: Many players use a larger backswing loop on Eastern and other forehand styles, but this moderate backswing is simpler and more reliable.
- Low-to-high swing path: Bring the racquet at least one foot below the ball so that you can brush up the back of the ball to create topspin, then finish above your left shoulder.
- Point of contact: Meet the ball roughly even with your front hip.
Eastern Topspin Forehand with Run
Crosscourt Eastern Forehand with Same-Side Follow-Through
