Counterhits

Table Tennis Strokes and Technique

Last updated 12 years ago

viki sharma

viki sharma Asked 12 years ago

Hi,

The problem with my counterhits is that more times than not, they end up hitting the net. My coach says that I am hitting the ball at a greater height than I should be, especially on the forehand sid. I wanted to understand the dynamics and the correct action which causes the ball to rise above the net. For example, is it an up to down hand movement stroke or a down to up stroke. Please explain.

Thanks in advance!


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Viki,

For the counterhit you do need a slight down to up motion to lift the ball with a little topspin.  If you hit it too flat or downwards, it will go into the net. 

Take a look at our lesson on The Forehand Counterhit for some more tips on how to play the stroke. 


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