What is presented in the manual as a preferred means to effective practice?

• A. A fixed drill to repeat
• B. A single best technique
• C. Extensive downtime with no practice
• D. What current and new skills are needed and which is most important

Answer: (D)

Effective practice comes from planning around real skill needs. The manual promotes taking stock of what you can do now and what you still need to learn or improve, then deciding which skill is most important to work on first. This creates a focused, purposeful practice plan where time is spent on the areas that will produce the biggest performance gains. If you rely on a fixed drill without considering your current gaps, you miss opportunities to address weaknesses or adapt to changing game demands. Looking for a single “best” technique ignores the variety of shots and situations you face, and taking long breaks breaks your momentum. By identifying current and new skills and prioritizing them, you build a clear, efficient path to improvement.