Counter the spinning serve

Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago

Hi Rohit,

Learning to serve with spin is something that will really start to improve your game.

You first need to get the correct contact on the ball.  Do this by working away from the table.  See if you can get the ball to spin on the floor.  Once you can do this, then you should try to get closer to the table and see if you can get the ball to spin as well.

We have a DVD dedicated to this topic.  You can purchase Serving Secrets Revealed DVD through the site and learn a lot more about serving with spin.

To be able to return serves with spin you need to use your bat like a rudder and counter the spin.  If the ball is going to spin to the left, then you should face your bat to the right so that the ball goes straight back on to the table.  We show you this and many more tips on receiving serves on our Receiving Secrets Revealed DVD.

Good luck with your tournament.