Your ability to teach your players when and how to keep the ball in play will help them win points, games, and matches. Here are the key points to focus on when teaching your players how to keep the ball in play: Hit the ball higher over the net. Don't hit too close to the lines. Use topspin and hit with a low-to-high swing. Don't go for winners except when returning weak defensive shots. When returning an offensive shot, try to return it deep in the court. Click on Next to learn an effective way to teach your players the keys to keeping the ball in play.