Explosiveness

Strokes

Oscar Moe Myint
Oscar Moe Myint Asked 8 years ago

What is explosiveness in striking a ball?

Does it mean a snap force to the ball only when it is contacted?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago

Hi Oscar,

Yes it is the acceleration during contact.  However this doesn't mean that the speed only comes on contact.  You need to maintain a smooth stroke as well.


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Oscar Moe Myint

Oscar Moe Myint Posted 7 years ago

Thanks, Sir.


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