How to play against a blocker

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adrian george
adrian george Asked 13 years ago

Hi Pingskills.

I was wondering how to play against a blocker because yesterday I was on a tournament and I played against this type of player.(However I beat him).  Thanks


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Adrian,

Well done on the result.

One of the keys to playing a good blocker is variation.  If you play the same type of ball it is easy for them to out position you.

We have a lesson in our Match Strategy section on this topic of Playing A Blocker.


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adrian george

adrian george Posted 13 years ago

And if I'm not a premium member,how can I see the video?

 


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