<a href='https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6pVK_j6_P/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=dTB5emRkOGdldjRo'>Link to the Instagram Post</a>Possibly the most important skill to have in doubles, aside from the serve and return, is poaching. In this episode, I break down the poaching mistakes I see over and over again from doubles players at all levels.We'll discuss timing, direction, and simple positioning that can flip returns into easy finishes. Members get the full five-mistake breakdown plus drills. The free preview covers the two biggest errors and how to fix them fast.<ul><li>Exactly when to move on your poach, and the biggest mistake club players make when poaching</li><li>How skill level, pace, and opponent depth change your poach timing</li><li>A common movement mistake that could be causing you to miss volleys</li><li>Where to start and where you should NOT start in the service box and the “window” concept</li><li>Using a quiet racket face for clean finishes</li><li>Members only: How close you should be at the net</li><li>Members only: How to finish your volleys and stop hitting it back to the baseline player</li><li>Members only: When it's OK to cover the alley and not poach</li><li>Members only:  Drills to help your poaching skills</li></ul>To get the rest of the episode, sign up for a membership here: <a href='https://thetennistribe.com/memberships/'>https://thetennistribe.com/memberships/</a> ----- **Join the #1 Doubles Strategy Newsletter for Club Tennis Players** <ul><li><a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/join-the-tribe/'>New doubles strategy lessons weekly straight to your inbox</a></li></ul> **Become a Tennis Tribe Member** Tennis Tribe Members get access to premium video lessons, a monthly member-only webinar, doubles strategy Ebooks & Courses, exclusive discounts on tennis gear, and more. <ul><li><a href='https://thetennistribe.com/memberships'>Learn More & Sign Up Here</a></li></ul> **Other Free Doubles Content** <ul> <li><a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/serve-cheatsheet/'>Serve Strategy Cheatsheet</a></li> <li><a href='https://www.thetennistribe.com/return-cheatsheet/'>Return Strategy Cheatsheet</a></li> <li><a href='https://thetennistribe.com/serve-strategy-101-course/'>Serve Strategy 101 - Video Course</a></li> </ul>

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