How to Level Up Your Tennis Game with Smarter Shot Selection

When most players think about improving their tennis, they focus on power, fitness, or technique. But what often separates a good player from a great one is shot selection — knowing when and where to play each stroke.

At MA Lopez Coaching, we help players of all levels move beyond just hitting the ball well. We teach you how to think on court — to read the game, position yourself effectively, and make smarter tactical decisions under pressure.

1. Understand Your Strengths

Every player has a natural style. Maybe you’re aggressive from the baseline, or maybe your strength is consistency and defence. The key is learning how to structure points around your strengths instead of playing your opponent’s game.

2. Master Court Positioning

Good positioning can win you points before you even hit the ball. Knowing when to move forward, hold your ground, or recover to centre court is one of the biggest skills we focus on in adult coaching sessions. Small adjustments in movement often lead to massive improvements in control and confidence.

3. Develop Tactical Awareness

Shot selection is strategy in motion. We coach players to recognise patterns — when to attack, when to defend, and how to construct a point that forces errors from your opponent. It’s not just about hitting harder — it’s about playing smarter.

4. Train Like You Play

In our group and 1-to-1 adult sessions, every drill has a purpose. We replicate real match situations, helping you apply tactics under game pressure. By the time you step on court for competition or social play, those tactical choices become instinctive.

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Want to experience it for yourself?

Book an Adult Coaching session today and start transforming your game with focused, intelligent training.