Backhand from end of the table

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Hossam Samy
Hossam Samy Asked 13 years ago

Hi Alois,

I am having a problem in striking a backhand when the ball lands at the end of the table. I don't know if it is my position or swing that makes the problem. I am quite good in striking unreturned backhand balls that are pretty near to the net.

please I need help in this problem.

Thanks in advance

Hossam.

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Hossam,

Try to just take a small step back.  This will give you the space and time to make your backhand stroke.  If you can make a backhand well when you are in position then think about this movement.

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Hossam Samy

Hossam Samy Posted 13 years ago

Hi Rosario,

Thanks for the reply. I forgot to mention that, for my forehand, I have an opposite situation. I can strike far balls and not able to strike from near the net.

Thanks a lot.

Hossam.


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 13 years ago

Hi Hossam,

For the shorter ball try to get your right leg in closer to the net so that you can get closer to the ball.


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