| Half court |
The area of the court in the vicinity of the service line. |
| Half-court line |
Another name for the center service line. |
| Half volley |
A shot on which the ball is struck just after it has hit the court. Also used as a verb. |
| Head |
The part of the racket comprising the frame and strings. |
| Heavy ball |
A shot hit with topspin, which drops sharply. |
| Hit on the rise |
To play the ball before it has reached the highest point of its bounce. |
| Hold serve |
To win a game in which the player is serving. |
| Hopper |
A container that holds large quantities of tennis balls. |