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Where should I aim defensive volleys?

By Jeff Cooper, About.com

Question: Where should I aim defensive volleys?

Answer: Aim defensive volleys, which are usually those you meet below the top of the net, toward the opponent farther away from you, because you'll have more time to react to his shot, which is likely to be aggressive.

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