"Useful shot against a volleyer" NYT crossword answer is:
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A useful shot against a volleyer is a drop shot. This is a shot that is hit with a lot of spin and is aimed to land just over the net and bounce low, making it difficult for the volleyer to reach. The drop shot is a great way to surprise your opponent and can be used to set up a winning point.