The Stance and Weight Transfer

The Stance and Weight Transfer

The stance or weight transfer is the very important for the stroke.  The feet are positioned alone the center line to demo the correct starting position for proper rotation of the hips and shoulders. The front foot is pointed at a forward and the back at about a 45% angle.  The hips turn and the shoulders face the net as the weight transfers from back to front. This is important for a proper ball toss in that the weight must be back as you release the pitch of the ball to have the toss in a good striking position. The back shoe laces are pointed at the net if the position is correct.  Now practice the movement with the racquet in hand.  Swing the racquet to contact point and transfer the weight from back to front with the shoulders and hips rotating towards the net. The picture to the right will help you understand this position.  This progression is very important for power on the stroke.