Counterdriver's distance

Strokes

Gio Valmonte
Gio Valmonte Asked 12 years ago

if you are a counterdriver how far should you go away from the table when playing in a very fast rally?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Gio,

You should always stay as close as you can.  Sometimes you will be forced back if they are playing fast at you but your aim should be to stay close.


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Gio Valmonte

Gio Valmonte Posted 12 years ago

thank you alois I will try my best.. to be close as I can..


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