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How to Scout a Tennis Opponent
Turn observations of an opponent into a simple, adaptable primary and secondary plan.
For: Players and coaches preparing for specific opponents
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Ten principles.
A connected approach.
- Scout to Prepare Choices, Not Predict Everything
- Identify the Opponent’s Playing Identity
- Map Serve Locations and First-Ball Patterns
- Analyse Return Position and Intentions
- Recognise Preferred Rally Directions
- Identify Balls and Positions That Create Discomfort
- Observe Movement, Recovery and Court Position
- Note Behaviour Under Pressure and Important Scores
- Build a Simple Primary and Secondary Plan
- Continue Scouting During the Match and Adapt
Put it into practice
An explained scouting example that continues to update during the match.
