When facing a deep and ‘heavy’ ball, taking it on-the-rise is a great option. While it can be a higher risk play, if executed properly it can be a great way to neutralize a tough shot from your opponent.
Published on 11/08/2019 by Brady
Addressing with my local coach the issue of dealing with high topspin balls bouncing just inside the baseline and veering high back to the fence, his version of hitting on the rise was more like a half volley catching the ball just adter it bounced . After a few tries i was able to “master ‘this , at least on the forehand side. it is a risky shot but in my experience better than trying to deal woth a ball at shoulder height several feet behind the base line – my latter difficulties with that approach prompted me to seek out his advice in the first place
Will I risk it??
Looking forward to working on this!! Great info!!