Bat position between strokes

Sally Morton Asked 1 week ago

We always play doubles at our seniors club and one thing I struggle with is having time to be in the right position for my next shot especially when the ball comes back directly at me. I often find bat is in wrong position and I then end up playing a really awkard shot that’s not a backhand or forehand. How can I avoid this.

Alois Rosario Answered 4 days ago

Hi Sally,

Try keeping your racket in front of you and up quite high between strokes. You don't always have to get to a neutral position but having the racket up and in front will allow you to switch quickly between forehand and backhand.

I find a lot of players drop their racket hand too low after each shot which means they are committing to either the forehand or backhand side. If it comes to the opposite side you find yourself in trouble.

Give this position a try and see how you get on.

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Philip Samuel Posted 3 days ago

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