[Emre]

Good footwork is often what separates consistent players from inconsistent ones. It is not just about speed but about arriving balanced.

• A good split-step sets up the first move
• The first few steps are explosive; then small adjustment steps fine-tune position
• After the shot, recovery steps bring you back to a good court position
• Balance at contact matters as much as reaching the ball

Read more: recovery footwork and the first three steps.

Which part of footwork do you find hardest: getting there, setting up, or recovering?

[Emre]

A drill I use: hitting with the instruction to take at least two small adjustment steps before every shot. It slows players down at first, but most find their contact becomes more consistent.

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