By: Kenna Epps
The match begins once the server hits the ball to the other side. He is getting ready to hit the tennis ball once it lands in the correct position.
The opponent gets ready to receive the serve. Her body is tensed ready to drive and return it to the other side.
The two partners are in sync ready to cover the court. The male partner is moving up to play the "Short" game on the court.
The man moves back after returning the ball to the other side. The team is working together to be prepared for anything.
Getting ready to serve, the man stares his opponent down. Who serves switches with every point.
He lines himself up with the ball. Once the ball is in position he will hit it to the other side.
Much like the other man, he follows through after hitting the ball. Now it is up to the other team to return it.
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The female partner gets ready for the return. She is in a ready position in order to quickly cover the court.
The other team prepares for the serve. The female partner is already in the ready position.
Now lined up, the team is ready to receive the serve. They are on opposite sides of the court to maximize coverage.
The team has returned the serve and is prepared for the rally. The partners have switched sides during the rally.
Time out, the partners meet during the match. They discuss strategy as it is their turn to serve.
The server launches himself in the air to hit the ball. His feet are almost off the ground as he lines himself up with the target.
The team won the point. Big smiles for the current score.
The back partner is taking the shot although it is in a difficult spot. She gets ready to hit it, with her knees bent she's ready to jump.
She managed to make the high shot. Now she is following through.
The team wins the point! The victory smile is evident on her face.
Match point, the team prepares for their final serve. The male partner wears the look of intensity on his face because of the closeness of the score.
