Counter-volley
Volleying back an opponent's volley in a fast exchange at the net, usually low and at their feet.
Quand le jouer
In net-to-net exchanges. When an opponent volleys at you.
Comment le jouer
Stay low with the racket up. Block or punch the ball down at their feet. Look for the ball that rises and attack that one.
Erreurs fréquentes
Hitting up in a fast exchange. Swinging instead of blocking.
Règles de ce coup
Questions
Le coup counter-volley est-il autorisé au padel ?
Legal under Rule 14.1a once the ball has crossed the net. You lose the point if you play it on your opponents' side before it crosses (Rule 13.1f) or touch the net or posts with your body or racket (Rule 13.1a).