Having trouble pushing on forehand

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JOSEPH JUNEAU
JOSEPH JUNEAU Asked 9 years ago

I am left handed and having trouble pushing on forehand.  I get it too high, what angle do I have to have on my racket? Horizontal or slighty angled?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago

Hi Joseph,

You should have your bat tilted slightly back so that you are brushing under the ball.  This will generate a little backspin and also keep the ball lower.


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