Wedge Control
When using the wedge control the controlling surface is firm on impact, redirecting the ball into the available space. The wedge control can be executed using the feet, thighs, chest and head. |
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| Practice |
| From the area marked off by the cones, firmly strike the ball towards the wall. You must then control the ball as efficiently as possible on the rebound and in the area marked by the cones. Control all rebounds using the "Wedge Control" technique. Vary the type of service you play against the wall so that the rebounds vary in height and speed. |
| What You Need to Know |
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Position the body behind the flight of the ball as early as possible. This will lead to good composure
and balance for receiving the ball instead of reaching out and being caught off balance.
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Decide by the flight of the ball which controlling surface to select (head, chest, thighs or feet).
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Remember to keep the head steady and eyes fixed firmly on the ball. The head weighs approximately 10 pounds, so any unnecessary tilting of the head will affect the whole balance of the body.
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Offer the controlling surface of the head, chest, thighs or feet.
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Immediately on impact, redirect the ball away from the body and into available space. Do not withdraw the ball into the body. The ball should be redirected, not cushioned. As the player is redirecting the ball on impact, the head and upper body should be over the ball.
- In a well-executed cushion control the ball should lie close to the controlling surface.
