More than any other tennis shot, a jumping backhand overhead gives one a brief sensation of flight. A bird-like landing only fits. (The rare specimen of silver-crested, red-bellied blackbird captured here is native to tennis courts.) Despite appearances, the forward leg was in no danger from the racquet: the leg was on its way down, and the racquet was coming around slightly toward the camera.
How to Hit the Jumping Backhand Overhead in Tennis
By Jeff Cooper, About.com Guide
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Your follow through will be short and out in front, unlike on a serve. The racquet will have pivoted at your wrist almost a full circle from its initial, loaded position.
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