VOLLEY Hit the ball in front of you. Notice where you are making contact with the Volley the ball deep into the opponent’s court. Notice where your volleys are landing in relation to the baseline. Don’t take a backswing. Punch the ball. How far back are you taking your racket? What is the minimum amount possible? What amount of backswing provides the best opportunity to punch the ball? Whenever possible, strike the ball before it drops below the level of the net. Focus on the space between the ball and the top of the net. Notice the differing amounts.