u/Trntsbr

Nearly all the pros I watch, whether it’s singles or doubles, have their back foot’s heel off the ground when receiving a serve. The degree to which the heel is off the ground varies, but I believe all of them do this.

Wouldn’t a player get a stronger push off if your whole foot is on the ground? I know I’m wrong and I’m definitely not arguing that I know better than the pros, I’m just curious what the answer is.