Tennis Tip: Your Non-Dominant Hand Controls the Backhand

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Tennis Tip: Backhand

Whether you hit a one-handed or two-handed backhand, the biggest hidden power source is your non-dominant hand (left hand for righties on a two-hander).

Most players lose control because they let that hand go passive too early or no use it enough.

Key Idea

Your non-dominant hand is responsible for:

  • Turning your shoulders (unit turn)
  • Guiding the racquet back
  • Helps you create more power through contact and follow through

If that hand drops early, your swing gets rushed and you won’t fully utilize your non-dominant hand for power. Interested in taking lessons at Oakton? Click HERE