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• In tennis, an Eastern or semi-western grip is commonly used for a forehand because it helps the player control the racket face and swing from low to high.
• A correct forehand stance is side-on to the net with the knees slightly bent to support balance and body rotation.
• In a forehand, the racket should usually contact the ball in front of the body to allow control, power, and direction.
• A forehand follow-through should finish high, with the racket travelling over the opposite shoulder.
• A one-handed topspin backhand normally uses an Eastern backhand grip, while the continental grip is more commonly used for backhand slices and volleys, and a two-handed backhand uses both hands to stabilise and guide the racket.
• A correct backhand stance is side-on with the dominant or hitting shoulder facing the net before the swing.
• In a backhand, shoulder rotation helps generate power and the racket should contact the ball in front of the body.
• A one-handed backhand should have a high, forward follow-through, while a two-handed backhand should finish across the body.
• A correct overarm serve normally uses a continental grip because it supports racket control and a throwing-style action.
• For a serve, the player should stand sideways to the baseline with feet about shoulder-width apart.
• A consistent serve toss should be in front of the body and slightly to the right for a right-handed player, or slightly to the left for a left-handed player.
• In an overarm serve, contact should be made at the highest comfortable point with the hitting arm fully extended.
• The split step is a small hop into a ready position just before the opponent hits the ball, so the player can move quickly in any direction.
• Recovery means returning to a central base position after each shot to prepare for the opponent’s return.
• Side steps and crossover steps are used in tennis to move efficiently while keeping balance and court awareness.
• In doubles, the tramlines are in play, so the court is wider than in singles.
• Tennis game scoring goes love, 15, 30, 40, game, but if both players reach 40 the score is deuce.
• After deuce, a player or pair must win two points in a row: the first point gives advantage and the second point wins the game.
• In doubles, partners should communicate by calling for shots, supporting each other, and avoiding both players going for the same ball.
• Effective doubles tactics include using net play, covering space as a pair, choosing sensible shots, and positioning to support a partner.

• Demonstrate a forehand using an Eastern or semi-western grip, a side-on stance, a low-to-high swing, contact in front of the body, and a follow-through over the opposite shoulder.
• Rally using the forehand with controlled direction and consistency, aiming to maintain at least 3–5 successful shots with a partner.
• Demonstrate a one-handed topspin backhand using an Eastern backhand grip, a side-on body position with the dominant shoulder facing the net, shoulder rotation, contact in front, and a high, forward follow-through.
• Demonstrate a two-handed backhand using both hands to stabilise and guide the racket, a side-on body position with the dominant shoulder facing the net, shoulder rotation, contact in front, and a follow-through across the body.
• Rally using both forehand and backhand strokes, selecting the appropriate stroke based on the side of the body the ball travels towards.
• Perform an overarm serve using a continental grip, sideways stance, consistent toss, full arm extension, and contact at the highest point.
• Move around the court using a split step, side steps, and crossover steps while maintaining balance and preparing early for the next shot.
• Recover to a central base position after each shot, adjusting position according to the opponent’s likely return.
• Apply doubles rules by using the wider court including tramlines, keeping score accurately, and following the sequence of love, 15, 30, 40, deuce, advantage, and game.
• Communicate effectively in doubles by calling shots clearly, supporting a partner, and choosing positions that cover the court as a team.
• Apply tactics in gameplay by selecting appropriate shots, moving into useful court positions, and showing teamwork and sportsmanship.