Movement
LEVEL 1
Players can...
- Move quickly in all directions to an incoming ball
- Perform a split step at the appropriate time
- Recover to the appropriate zone after each shot
LEVEL 2
Players can...
- Run & sprint to an incoming ball when required
- Anticipate where an incoming ball will land & move into position early
- Cover all areas of the court
- Recover quickly to the appropriate zone after each shot
CO-ORDINATION
LEVEL 1
Players can...
- Receive balls of varying speeds on both sides of the body
- Send a ball of varying speeds from both sides of the body
LEVEL 2
Players can...
- Receive balls of varying heights & speeds on both sides of the body
- Apply different spins to a range of shots
- Move, prepare & swing in a smooth, rhythmical motion
Play
Serve
LEVEL 1
Players can...
- Serve with a balanced, rhythmical actions into different areas of the service box
- Understand the difference between a first & second serve
LEVEL 2
Players can...
- Serve with a balanced, rhythmical actions into different areas of the service box
- Change the intentions of the serve between a first & second serve
- Begin to apply different spins to the serve (flat, slice & kick/topspin)
GROUNDSTROKES
LEVEL 1
Players can...
- Hit with topspin on the forehand & backhand side during a rally
- Direct the groundstrokes into different areas of the court
- Vary the speed of the shots
LEVEL 2
Players can...
- Vary the height, depth, speed & spin of the forehand & backhand shots
- Change the direction of the shot to move the opponent during a competitive rally
- Use the drop shot & the lob
VOLLEY
LEVEL 1
Players can...
- Apply the forehand & backhand volley technique & footwork to various locations on the court
- Volley to different areas of the court after a dynamic movement (moving forwards to the net)
LEVEL 2
Players can...
- Recognise opportunities to move forwards to the net (i.e. off a short ball)
- Volley the ball away from the opponent after a dynamic movement
- Begin to develop the overhead & drive volley
RALLY
LEVEL 1
Players can...
- Maintain consistency during a competitive rally
- Move the opponent around the court by hitting away from them
- Move greater distances with increased speed & dynamic balance
LEVEL 2
Players can...
- Have an awareness of opponents' position on the court during a competitive rally
- Create space using angles
- Begin to identify weaknesses of the opponent
- Apply simple tactics with more confidence
Scoring
LEVEL 1
Players can...
- Keep score (game, set, match)
- Understand the rules of the game (Change of ends, service order, foot fault, let)
LEVEL 2
Players can...
- Keep score (game, set, match)
- Understand the rules of the game (Change of ends, service order in doubles, foot fault, let)
- Be a fair umpire during a match
Problem Solving
LEVEL 1
Players can...
- Begin to manage emotions during a match (Stay calm under pressure)
- Begin to identify weaknesses in the opponents' game
LEVEL 2
Players can...
- Manage emotions more consistently during a match
- Begin to exploit weaknesses in the opponents' game
