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ServeIntermediate
Sideline Serve Target Drill
10-20 min Partner Paddles, 10 balls, 2 DinkCones
Setup
Place a DinkCone 18 in. inside the sideline at the back of the service box. Place another DinkCone midway up the sideline in the same service box. Partner stands at the baseline ready to return.
Drill Instructions
Server alternates targeting the deep cone (each side) for 10 serves, and then the midway cone for 10 serves. Partner calls "in" / "out" honestly.
Goal
Land 6 of 10 serves within a paddle-length of the cone.
Make It Easier
Move the cones in from the sideline
Coach Tip
Aim AT the cone, not just near it — committing to a precise target tightens your motion.
Make It Harder
Play the point! Receiver plays it out, and keep score. First to 5 wins.
Avoid
Pulling off the target at the last second. Trust your aim.
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