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

Return and Run

Summary

Kyle Koszuta’s ‘Return and Run’ stresses converting a good return into court position. A deep return only helps if you move in behind it with purpose. Hesitation after contact leaves you stranded for the third.

Key takeaways

  • Quality return + immediate move
  • Don’t watch from the baseline
  • Approach with balance, not a blind sprint
  • Link return quality to transition plan

Action items

  • Every return drill ends with two forward steps minimum
  • Partner judges: froze or moved?
  • Film return contact → first step timing
  • Cue: ‘hit and go’

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