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In this article we look at how a key element in the upper swing determines second serve placements and spins. As we saw in looking at the first serve, the racket face angle at contact and the direction of the racket face when it strikes the ball are determined by the rotation of the hand, arm and racket. This is driven by the internal or forward rotation of the shoulder. Small differences in this rotation create the differences at contact and the variations in the deliveries. See what these differences are, how they vary in the two service boxes, and how to master them for yourself!
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Introduction Doing Your Own High Speed Video Analysis Simply and Inexpensively
The Serve
Swing Keys Progressive Development 2nd Serve Spins and Placements 1st Serve Spins and Placements A Complete Teaching Progression Rhythm Body Rotation The Role Of the Legs The Trophy Position Toss Contact Point Swing Path Technical Elements
