Short BallDepthPower
What to Check When the Ball Keeps Landing Near the Service Line
Lower tension may help, but no setup can create depth for preparation that is consistently late.
Player overview
Short balls can come from low rebound in the string bed, dead polyester, slow racquet-head speed, contact that has drifted behind, or too little forward drive relative to spin.
Measurement guide
- During a comfortable crosscourt rally, observe where the ball takes its second bounce.
- Use video to confirm that you maintain center-frame contact and timely preparation.
- If the evidence points to the setup, slightly lower the tension on the same string or compare a more elastic material.
Latest measurement
Depth is produced by tension, material, and swing together, so separate the causes before changing the setup.
TENNIS TENSION LAB
Tension Lab: String Tension
Measure string tension, track every change, and plan your next restring.