Big Question:

How does your body position before the ball arrives determine your success in returning it?

Key Objectives:

• • Links skills to perform actions and sequences of movement with increasing fluency
• • Demonstrates tactical awareness through effective court positioning and anticipation

Big Question:

How can mastering the forehand shot transform your tennis game strategy?

Key Objectives:

• • Develop consistent forehand shot technique with accurate ball placement
• • Demonstrate reflective practice and recognise success in self and others

Big Question:

How can mastering the backhand shot transform your ability to dominate the court?

Key Objectives:

• • Demonstrate specific tactical awareness by positioning effectively to receive and execute backhand shots
• • Execute backhand shots with consistency using appropriate grip rotation and technique

Big Question:

How do we hit a backhand differently from a forehand?

Key Objectives:

• • Develop the ability to link tennis skills to perform actions and sequences of movement
• • Understand and execute the key differences between backhand and forehand volley techniques

Big Question:

How can mastering different tennis shots give you a competitive advantage in matches?

Key Objectives:

• • Develop competence in executing a variety of tennis shots (volleys, smashes, lobs, drop shots, serves) with increasing accuracy
• • Link good footwork and positioning with shot selection to play competitive rallies against opponents

Big Question:

How can you exploit your opponent's weaknesses to win matches?

Key Objectives:

• • Demonstrate specific tactical awareness during competitive play
• • Apply strategic thinking to exploit opponent weaknesses and strengths