Defence strategy
Strategy
Tom Oxas Asked 12 years ago
Hello,
I want to ask which strategy: blocking or chopping is more effective against smash and forehand topspin?
Thanks
Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago
Hi Tom,
This depends on your style. They are both effective. With the chop you have more time but so do they to see what is coming. The block gives them less time but is also a difficult shot especially against a smash.
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D K Posted 9 years ago
But is it learnable?
I mean the block vs. smash.
It looks it is a crucial stroke for me,as I can never get out of the reach of the table.
Jean Balthazar Posted 9 years ago
"Balloon" defence (lob) is an option too, if you're able to put them high, long and in the middle of the table with varying top/side spin to force the error on the attacker. I think it's easier to master than the chop, especially if you have a fast bat. I'm speaking for the situation when you're meters away from the table obviously. if you're close, the block is the best option.