Mastering the Language of the Court: Advanced Communication

In high-level doubles, silence is a weakness. Professional teams use a specific vocabulary to eliminate hesitation and cover the court effectively.

Essential Calls for Every Team

• "Switch": Used during a lob or a cross-court move to indicate partners are swapping sides to maintain coverage.
• "Bounce": A crucial command telling your partner to let a deep ball go, as it is likely heading out of bounds.
• "Me/You": Clear, decisive calls for balls down the middle to avoid paddle-clashing or "statue" moments.

Effective communication turns two individual players into one cohesive, unbeatable unit. Practice these calls to elevate your team play.