CARDINAL SINS IN DOUBLES

• Failing to recognize the weaker player and attacking that person. This
  may change within the match.
  • Failing to identify the weaker service return of each player. This, too,
  can change within the match.
  • Failing to put pressure on second serves by moving in and hitting an
  attacking return.
  • Failure to attempt a “quality” return. This could be a lob or a chip, but
  it has to have a plan. Don’t hit “wimpy” returns. Our team will accept
  errors of ability but not fear. Go for it.
  • Our server with the best win percentage serves first in every set. This
  is not necessarily the player with the best serve.
  • Not closing in on “floaters” at the net; if you fail at this, you sit in the
  stands during the next match.
  • Assuming one service break wins the pro set (8 games). I saw many
  pro sets lost with the winners being down 7–3.