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Step 1: Tennis Slice Backhand Pivot and Shoulder Turn
The first step of the tennis slice backhand is the pivot and shoulder turn. As soon as you decide to hit a slice backhand you need to execute this step. read more…

Step 2: Tennis Slice Backhand Racket Back
The second step of the tennis slice backhand is to take your racket all the way back. The pivot and shoulder turn started the racket takeback. Having completed that first step, now you can use your arms, as well as a continued shoulder turn, to get the tennis racket all the way back. read more…

Step 3: Tennis Slice Backhand Step Forward
The third step of the tennis slice backhand is to step forward into the tennis court. This will allow you to transfer your weight forward into the shot when you swing. read more…

Step 4: Tennis Slice Backhand Swing to Contact
The fourth step of the tennis slice backhand is to swing to contact. Unlike a topspin groundstroke, on a slice backhand you will swing down to the tennis ball. read more…

Step 5: Tennis Slice Backhand Follow Through
The fifth and final step of the tennis slice backhand is the follow through. From contact, extend out in the direction you are hitting and raise the tennis racket. Also, extend your other, non-hitting arm back to keep your shoulders sideways. read more…