Serve stance

[eaglesburg]

Why not just use a pinpoint with the toes of the back foot staying towards the heel of the front foot? When I try it, it seems as though it allows for nearly as much shoulder rotation as the traditional platform.

Also why do people like to step up into a pinpoint stance? Why not just start with the feet close together?

Thanks,
Eaglesburg

[lobndropshot]

Roddick and Monfils like to keep their feet close. I think it helps me stay more balanced during the serve.

[stotty]

Why not just use a pinpoint with the toes of the back foot staying towards the heel of the front foot? When I try it, it seems as though it allows for nearly as much shoulder rotation as the traditional platform.

Also why do people like to step up into a pinpoint stance? Why not just start with the feet close together?

Thanks,
Eaglesburg

Note the "associated techniques" section:

http://www.tennisplayer.net/members/tour_strokes/doug_eng/the_modern_two-handed_backhand_grips/