THE COACHING CAMPUS / DRILL LIBRARY
Around the World Singles
A fast-paced elimination game of singles rallies that needs quick shot-and-run movement, continuing until only a few players remain.
VIEW THE COURT PLAN
SKILL LEVEL
All Levels
PLAYERS
5
PRIMARY SHOT TYPE
Drive
TRAINING TYPE
Game
THE EXERCISE
What you're working on
This is a fast-paced elimination game played as a series of singles rallies, requiring quick shot-and-run movement, continuing until only a few players remain
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
Paddles, ball, net, 6+ players
01 / COURT PLAN
See how the drill works
Follow the player positions and numbered sequence in the diagram.
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02 / ON COURT
Run the drill
Drill Set Up
- Requires 6+ players.
- Split the group in half, with one half on one side of the court and the other half on the other side.
How to run it
- If there is a coach, they feed the ball to start play; otherwise, either player can feed the ball to start the rally.
- After a player hits the ball, they immediately run to the other side of the court and join the back of their line.
- The organiser/coach decides the direction everyone runs.
- Players must hit only one shot before running to the other side.
- A player is eliminated if they:
- Hit the ball into the net.
- Hit the ball outside the court.
- Hit two shots in a row.
- Let the ball bounce twice.
- Play continues until only 3 players remain.
- With 3 players left, the side with only one player plays the entire rally on their own, while the side with two players remaining alternates shots.
- Once it comes down to the final 2 players, they play a 1v1 rally, and whoever wins the point wins the drill.
Coaching Points
- Since players must hit only one shot and immediately move, quick decision-making and shot discipline are essential.
- Staying aware of the running direction set by the coach helps keep the rotation smooth and avoids collisions.