Playtomic · Level

1.5 — Building rallies

What this level means

Consistent rally play, comfortable at the back, beginning to volley. Lobs are still erratic but you understand they're a thing. You can sustain 5-shot rallies without panicking.

What a 1.5 player can do

▸Sustain 5+ shot rallies at the back
▸Block volley at the net
▸Attempt lobs (some land in)

Also known as

Playtomic1.5

FIP~A3

Glicko1500–1700

Tournament Elo1300–1500

Getting to the next level

Recovery footwork. After every shot, return to the centre of your half. And start working on understanding *why* you're hitting where you're hitting — the beginning of tactical play.

FAQ

What does Playtomic 1.5 mean?▼

Consistent rally play, comfortable at the back, beginning to volley. Lobs are still erratic but you understand they're a thing. You can sustain 5-shot rallies without panicking.

What's the FIP equivalent of Playtomic 1.5?▼

Approximately A3 (Local Tournament). FIP P-tier measures tournament results rather than recreational skill, so the cross-walk is approximate.

How do I move from Playtomic 1.5 to the next level?▼

Recovery footwork. After every shot, return to the centre of your half. And start working on understanding *why* you're hitting where you're hitting — the beginning of tactical play.

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