Your positions is very important.

Do not get yourself too close to the walls. The closer you are to the wall the more compact your swing has to be.

As Mike said, compact swing and your position is the key. Good luck!

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 Thanks Mike.  I've been trying to put your advice into practice and am having some success.  Cheers!

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 You'll need a compact swing, which also comes down more steeply as you don't have much space behind you. The open racquet face, and getting your body low by bending your knees will also be important.

If you can get an open face under the ball, with the racquet parallel to the front wall you should be on your way.

The thing is not to try and muscle the ball out. If you can get a fluid (although compact and late) swing that will be more helpful. Hitting high on the front wall will help you get length when less power is available.

The other option is a straight drop. The technique is similar to what I described, but with less power, which is perfect because of the constraints. It can be an unexpected shot from that position, but you have to practice it to execute it well. You're at the back of the court, and the opponent is probably near the T, so the accuracy will be important. Aim for tighter, rather than lower.

It's especially good if they are expecting a boast.

If you find you can play the straight drop you can practice adding more power and height until it becomes a drive.

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