Forehand loop

Strokes

Alexandar Galabov
Alexandar Galabov Asked 12 years ago

Hi Alois I want to ask you :

1.Is there any difference in forehand topspin and forhand loop ? If yes ,what ?

2.What exactly is the power pocket ? What means inside the power pocket and outside the power pocket?

Thanks a lot

Sasho


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Alexandar,

There is no real difference between a loop and a topspin.  The loop is often referred to as the higher slower topspin stroke.  They are just different variations of the topspin stroke.

The Power pocket is just a term that some players use for the spot where you like to hit the ball from.  It is also known as the Hitting Zone.


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Alexandar Galabov

Alexandar Galabov Posted 12 years ago

Oh now i get it THANKS A LOT


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 12 years ago

No problems.


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