The Turn of the Forehand

The Turn of the Forehand

The turn is where the racquet starts before it drops in a circular fashion down to the low point of the back swing. This is the position in the previous picture with the strings down.  The start of this stroke takes place from the turned position with the racquet tilted about 10 o clock with the edge of the racquet facing the net. The right elbow is out from the side about 8 to 10 inches to ensure the face of the racquet stays closed and the racquet backswing  is not too long. The feet are slightly open to the court to allow the step to travel in any direction. the left hand cradles the head or shaft to ensure the upper body is turned and the racquet does not travel back too far. Please look at the picture to the right to see visual characteristics.