Course 1 Chapter 6 Quiz

About what percent are you hitting a ball during a match?

• 80%

• 50%

• 20%

• 10%

As soon as the point is over, what is a good action to do to start preparing for the next point?

• Put racquet in non-dominant hand to relax.

• Start assessing the last point and evaluating whether you are playing well or not

• Look over at your parents or coach to see their reaction

• Show as much emotion as you can after the point (good or bad).

Why would focusing your attention on your feet and the sensation of them touching the ground be a good technique to do after a point is over?

• To keep your eyes away from your opponent.

• It keeps your mind from wandering.

• To ensure your shoes are tied.

• It’s a place to start to then start thinking about what went well or bad.

When returning serve, you start with ​ (a)   when you are feeling the ground and focusing on your breath. You then shift to ​ (b)   which is when you start focusing on your opponent and the ball.

• internal focus
• external focus
• tightening your grip
• a future thought
• a past thought

Visualizing where you will return the serve is:

• Internal focus

• External focus

When you’re about to serve, what are some key actions to do every time? Click all that applies.

• Be present.

• Focusing on your opponent.

• Thinking about the score.

• Be decisive on your target.

Bouncing the ball the same amount of times before your first serve is helpful to establish a rhythm and feeling of control .

• TRUE

• FALSE

If you’re struggling with your serve:

• Immediately start hitting 2nd serves instead

• Establish your presence at the line with a deep breath

• Try to remember the top 3 things your coach told you to do

• Be decisive with your target early