This player exhibits more aggressive net play, has improved court coverage, and is developing teamwork in doubles. 4.0 This player has dependable strokes, including directional intent and depth on both forehand and backhand sides on moderate shots, plus the ability to use lobs, or approach shots and volleys with some success. This player occasionally forces errors when serving and teamwork in doubles is evident. This player has begun to master the use of power spins and is beginning to handle pace, has sound footwork, can control depth of shots, and is beginning to vary tactics according to opponents. This player can hit serves with power and accuracy and place the second serve and is able to rush the net successfully.
Aggressive play is common in doubles.
This player has good shot anticipation and frequently has an outstanding shot or attribute around which a game may be structured. This player can regularly hit winners or force errors off of short balls and can put away volleys, can successfully execute lobs, drop shots, half volleys and overhead smashes and has good depth and spin on most second serves. This player can vary strategies and styles of play in a competitive situation and hits dependable shots in a stress situation. These players will generally not need NTRP ratings. Rankings or past rankings will speak for themselves.