Lob the Return Over the Net Player
The Situation
The net player is aggressive and intercepts your cross-court returns consistently.
What To Do
Lob the return over the net player's backhand side — usually their left shoulder. Aim for the corner, not just deep.
Why It Works
An overconfident net player who leans forward is the ideal candidate for a lob. It forces both opponents to retreat, hands you the net, and psychologically disrupts their serve pattern. Use it selectively — once or twice per set creates maximum doubt.
Court Positioning
Receiver (baseline) → lob trajectory over net player's left shoulder. Both opponents must retreat toward back wall. Receiving pair advances to net.
Court View
Bird's-eye view — attacking net position
Skill Level
Serve to the Body to Jam the Returner
You are serving and want a reliable, high-percentage target that makes the return difficult.
Return Low at the Net Player's Feet
You are returning serve and the server's partner stands at the net ready to intercept.
Both Returners Advance After the Return
You have returned serve and your partner is already at the net. You are standing on the baseline.