Grip for the pendulum serve

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Atanas Atanasov
Atanas Atanasov Asked 14 years ago

Hi Alois!

How to hold the bat for the pendulum serve? I get my three finger away but I don't fell comfortable-I have the feeling the racket will fall off my hand. How to how it?

Nasko 

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago

Hi Nasko,

You are on the right track.  Just squeeze your thumb and forefinger a little tighter to get more comfortable.  If you want you can put your next finger on the rubber as well a little for more support.

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Julio Torres

Julio Torres Posted 14 years ago

it is a normal felling...


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