Doubles players crouched in a ready position at the net as the ball comes over, seen from behind an opponent

Fix Late Counters

Summary

Ed Ju’s short targets late counters — the ones you swing after the ball has already crowded you.

Get the paddle ready earlier and take the counter out front so you’re not reacting from behind the bounce.

Key takeaways

  • Late counters start from a late ready position
  • Meet the ball out front
  • Prepare the paddle before the drive leaves their strings

Action items

  • Partner drive feeds: freeze in ready position before every counter
  • If you’re late, shorten the swing before you add pace

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