Rachel Martinez Topic Author Aug 15, 2026, 2:18 AM #1 There's a group at my local courts that just hits everything as hard as possible. Any tips for playing against this style? I feel like my soft game doesn't work against them.
Michelle Lee Aug 15, 2026, 10:18 AM #2 Position yourself a bit further back from the kitchen line. Gives you more reaction time.
Steve Taylor Aug 15, 2026, 11:18 PM #3 Block and reset is your friend. Don't try to match their pace - absorb their power and put the ball back softly.
Jennifer Davis Aug 17, 2026, 5:18 PM #4 Target their feet. Hard hitters often struggle when the ball is low.
Mike Johnson Aug 18, 2026, 2:18 AM #5 Mix in lobs! Bangers are usually positioned forward and have trouble with overhead shots behind them.
Steve Taylor Aug 19, 2026, 11:18 AM #6 Stay patient. They'll eventually hit one out or into the net. The unforced errors add up.