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The forehand smash is used as an attacking stroke to try and win the point. The most common mistake we see players make with the forehand smash, is failing to get themselves into position. The key to the smash is to get your feet moving early and get into a good position.
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The Forehand Smash
The key to the smash is to get your feet moving early and get into a good position. As soon as you see the ball go high up into the air, you should be moving into position. Once you have established a good position, the rest of the smash is much easier. The backhand smash is very rarely used in Table Tennis as it is a much more difficult stroke and you should always have time to get around a play a forehand.
Tips On Playing The Forehand Smash
- Start with your bat up high
- Swing forward and through
- Make the contact flat to generate maximum speed
- Get your feet into position early
