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EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 32 MIN

AMA: 1st Serve %, Net Movement, 2-up, Poaching, Volley Targets, & More

from Doubles Only Tennis Podcast · host Will Boucek

In this 'Ask Me Anything' episode, I cover a variety of your questions from Instagram, email, and the membership.Topics include 1st serve percentage, poaching, volley targets, 2-up vs 1-up 1-back, net positioning and movement, and more. In total, I answer seven questions. The first three are free to all, while you'll need to become a member for the last four.My 3-step system to improve first-serve percentageDrills for improving your first serveWhat to do at the net when there's a fast-paced crosscourt rallyWhy the triangle pattern at the net is mostly uselessShould you poach anyway, even if your partner doesn't like calling plays?Members only: The best volley targets in certain situationsMembers only: When to hit at net player vs back deep to the baselinerMembers only: When it's okay to play 2-up instead of 1-up 1-backMembers only: How to handle 4.5 teams who have one player hitting high, heavy lobs, while their partner finishes at the netLinks:Early-bird pricing for the Indian Wells Rally Trip ends December 1 (use coupon code TennisTribe).Email will[at]thetennistribe.com if you're interested in a doubles camp for your team.Become a member to get the last four lessons.Already a member? Download the member podcast feed. -----**Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox**Become a Tennis Tribe Member**Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more.Learn More & Sign Up Here**Other Free Doubles Content**Serve Strategy CheatsheetReturn Strategy CheatsheetServe Strategy 101 - Video Course

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In this 'Ask Me Anything' episode, I cover a variety of your questions from Instagram, email, and the membership. Topics include 1st serve percentage, poaching, volley targets, 2-up vs 1-up 1-back, net positioning and movement, and more. In total, I answer seven questions. The first three are free to all, while you'll need to become a member for the last four. My 3-step system to improve first-serve percentageDrills for improving your first serveWhat to do at the net when there's a fast-paced...

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