Alex de Minaur's Favorite Footwork Drills
Top ATP pro and Asics sponsored player, Alex de Minaur, runs the Tennis Warehouse playtesters through a couple of his favorite footwork drills. His first drill focuses on hitting backhands and getting your feet into the correct position for each shot. It allows you to practice a pattern that you can utilize during match play. The second drill focuses on isolating one foot in a quick feet drill. It is the perfect way to get your feet warmed up before playing.
3 Backhands Drill
Player 1
- Hit two backhands cross court
- Hit third backhand down the line
- Look to close and end the point at net
Player 2
- Return two backhands cross court
- Play out the point
Practice this drill for 10-15 minutes, then reverse the role of the players.
Footwork Isolation Drill
1+ Players
- Start at net facing baseline on left side of singles line
- Move along line alternating the right foot over the line
- Switch the alternating foot at service line