Brent's Tennis 101 - Tennis Forehand
Forehand Stroke:
The forehand stroke is the most favorite of shots. It is the shot of the dominant hand. For a right-handed person this is a stroke that starts from the right side of the body, consistent all the way through until contact is made with the ball, then finishing over your left shoulder. Most forehands are hit with topspin, which helps the ball
from landing outside the court.
How To Hit A Forehand:
Choose one out of several grips-Contintental, Eastern, Semi-Western, or Wester,-depending on your style of play.
Get into position.
Turn your shoulders and, with help of your opposite arm, start bringing the racquet back.
Swing the racquet straight back or in a loop style. The faster the ball is coming, the quicker and straighter the backswing will be.
Hit the groundstroke with an open stance (feet and shoulders facing the net) or closed (crossing over with one foot), depending on preference and situation.
Swing the racquet head into the ball, extending the arm completely. You should make contact with the ball at a point several inches from your body.
Finish the stroke over the opposite shoulder.