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When & How to Lob in Doubles

Will Boucek ยท July 10, 2023

When is the best time to use the lob in doubles? Is it more important to lob the ball high in the air, or lower and deep in the court? When should I use the lob return?

In this episode, I answer all those questions and more about lobbing in doubles. Learn the difference between a defensive and offensive lob, the best times to lob the return from the deuce and ad side, and more!


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Show Notes from this Podcast

  • Episode 13: How to Beat the Lob or Pusher
  • Why lob?
    • To buy yourself time.
    • The opponent is crowding the net.
  • Lob higher with the wind or on defense.
  • Use the lob return against an aggressive net player or serve & volleyer.
  • Lob crosscourt for defensive lobs & down the line for an offensive lob.
  • Questions to consider:
    • How close are the opponents to the net?
    • Which opponent is shorter?
    • Where is the sun?
    • Where are the opponent’s backhands? Lobbing over the backhand shoulder is best.
    • Which direction is the wind blowing?

About Will Boucek

Will Boucek is the Founder & CEO of Tennis Tribe. With over two decades of experience playing & coaching tennis, Will now works as a doubles strategy analyst for ATP & WTA tour players and coaches. Will helps tennis players at every level play better doubles through smarter strategy. He also has expertise in tennis racquets & gear, testing the latest products from Wilson, Babolat, Head, Prince, and other tennis brands.

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  1. RB says

    August 15, 2023 at 1:08 am

    Very informative article. Thank you Will.

    Reply
    • Will Boucek says

      August 15, 2023 at 10:06 am

      Thanks RB! Hope it helps you on the tennis courts ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply

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Will is an ATP & WTA doubles strategy analyst. He helps doubles players at every level of tennis improve their game using smarter strategy & tactics. He has worked with players at the USTA 3.0 level, all the way up to Wimbledon and the US Open.

"I think most club-level players focus too much on technique and not enough on strategy. You probably don't have 10 hours per week to improve your serve... but you can improve your court position, movement, and shot selection immediately!"
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