Looping vs driving

Strokes

Vincent Heveroh
Vincent Heveroh Asked 13 years ago

What is the rule of thumb for when to use a loop and when to use a drive?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Vincent,

A lot depends on the type of ball your opponent doesn't like.

Against a heavy backspin ball as well you are probably better to loop while against a higher blocked ball you are better to drive.


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