Hardbat & Wrong Hand Tactics, Tips, and Techniques

Hi Alois,

In about a fortnight, I'm playing in a fun tournament where I am entering Singles, Doubles, Hardbat Singles, and Wrong Hand Singles.

I will send a video through to you of me playing with a hardbat and with my left hand. I was just wondering if you could give me any tips, tactics, or techniques on how to play with a hardbat and with my left hand.

With hardbats, I've found that low, fast, flat blocks and counterdrives work for me. With my left hand, I do have my antispin which I can use (I feel it'll be even more effective when playing in the non-dominant hand singles).

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Joe.

Hi Joe,

I think with the hardball try to keep the ball on the table consistently.  It is difficult for your opponent to attack with a hard bat so consistency will win the day.

The anti-spin will be good for the wrong hand.  Again, it is about putting a few balls on the table because you opponent won't be as good at doing that.