grip

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Pranav Unknown Asked 17 years ago

Hi, I am a part of my school team. I have seen the best players in the world are all Penholders. I am a shakehander. Should I change to pen hold grip?

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Alois Rosario Answered 17 years ago

Hi Pranav,

No, stick with the shakehand grip. Some of the best players in the world use this grip too.

The main thing is to work on your strokes and other basics. A grip change is not the first thing to think about.

Good luck with your school competitions. Let us know how you go in them.

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