How to control the ball when flicking
Strokes
Archel Taneka Sutanto Asked 12 years ago
Hi Alois and Jeff,
Recently, I practice my backhand and forehand flick against the backspin/sidespin serves. I couldn't control the ball to the left side or to the right side of the table, especially the sidespin serve. It really makes me curious because I couldn't place the ball where I want to place it. Once, my father told me that I should wait for the ball to stop in the air and flick the ball. What does it mean?
Thanks a lot, Regards, Archel
Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago
Hi Archel,
Wait till the ball is at the peak of the bounce when you are making the stronger flick. This will give you a better margin over the net. To allow for the sidespin you need to angle your hand and push into the ball on contact.
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