Kinda confusing question about tennis backhand? ?

Question

Haha ok this is a little tough to explain.

Anyway, so I've been trying to improve my backhand

in tennis for the past summer. It's like decent now except

for when the ball is in a certain position. Here's my question :

So when I am standing at the baseline and the ball bounces

like shoulder height on my left side what do I do? I've found

that it's really hard to hit from this position.. do I back up and wait for the ball to fall a little lower, or is there a way to hit the ball from this position?

By the way- I can hit a one handed backhand and two handed, but I prefer two handed.

Answer 1

Do what I do-run around so that it's at your forehand! Doesn't always work but my backhand sucks. Anyway, sounds to me like you're doing the right thing. Just practice more and it'll get easier

Answer 2

haha! same here! well, you might as well move beside the ball and throw a poison ball! i guess. ive been doing tennis for like 2 years now-i should know! LOL.

Answer 3

When the ball is shoulder height at your backhand, there are three things you can do. One, use your one handed backhand and slice it back. Two, move up and time it, so you catch in on the short-hop. (This takes practice). Three, as the ball is coming, back up a bit so you hit the ball at the height you normally like to hit it. (This can be risky because you can get yourself out of position, so hit the ball back deep into your opponents court). Always remember, move those feet!  That's what gets you into the proper hitting position.  

Answer 4

I hit a two-handed backhand too... here are some ideas for a high shot on the baseline...

1) if you have time, DO shuffle back and wait for the ball to lower. If you have a better shot that way, and are more comfortable with the ball in a lower position, go for it.

2) hit with topspin. If the ball is shoulder-height, get a little under it and hit it with some spin and a good follow through. Make sure to plant your foot and step in to hit it.

3) Make sure you're still bending your knees. This last one is key to most if not all shots...

Hope that helps!

Answer 5

Actually, that's a great place to hit balls to with everyone. You should try to start doing that to your opponent. Okay, now the solution.

What I do is reach with a one handed back hand and lob it back cross court (If I can) or down the line (If I can't cross court). Even if it doesn't go that deep, it's better then nothing.

Since you're not too great with one handed back hands, you may want to practice this.

Answer 6

You need to back up or try to make contact with the ball when the ball is at your right foot if you're standing sideways facing left. You could just as easily make a few adjustment steps backwards.