"First 4 are the Most Important 4" - Craig Jones

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About Us: The Tennis Congress is an award winning event for passionate adult tennis players, designed to help you unleash your full potential with expert coaching and a vibrant community. If you love tennis and want to practice with top-level coaches, check our website for details about the upcoming Tennis Congress or join our mailing list below! https://tenniscongress.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=f1443f897f59d0b4c7b9a00a0&id=04a15a36a6 The Net Gains Foundation (NGF) harnesses the power of tennis to transform lives through character-driven leadership and service-oriented initiatives. One of its flagship programs is the RISE Project, launched in 2023. This competitive fellowship supports promising ATP and WTA players outside the Top 100 who exhibit exceptional character. The program aims to alleviate financial stress, allowing athletes to focus on training and personal growth, with an emphasis on giving back as their careers progress. Craig Jones dives into why the first four shots in tennis—serve, return, and the following two—are the most critical in match play. Learn how to structure your practices with real purpose, covering drills for both singles and doubles, the serve +1 and return +1, and key strategies like directionals, recovery, and using spin. Ideal for coaches and competitive players alike! 00:00 Intro | Why the First Four Shots Matter 01:45 Practicing Serve + Return 05:30 Serve +1: Cooperative Drills and Progressions 11:25 Return +1: Why No One Practices It (and How To) 15:00 ABC Method & Game Situations 20:00 Wide & Glide Drill 29:00 Movement After the Serve + Recovery Concepts 34:00 Wardlaw Directionals Explained 39:10 – Applying Directionals to Doubles 42:30 – Return Practice: Singles & Doubles Applications 47:00 – Return +1 in Doubles: Lob & Rob Tactics 51:20 – Practice Mistakes 54:00 – Final Thoughts & How to Level Up Your Practice Have Questions? 📧 Email us: [email protected] Connect with Us: 📸 Instagram: @TennisCongress @NetGainsFoundation 🌐 Learn More: Visit our website www.tenniscongress.org 🎾 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more exclusive tennis content!