No spin push
Strokes
David Goldberg Asked 1 year ago
What is the technique for executing a no spin push? In what situation would you want to use it?
Alois Rosario Answered 1 year ago
Hi David,
A no-spin push in table tennis can be a very effective tactic when used appropriately. Here’s how you can execute it and when it might be useful.
Technique for Executing a No-Spin Push:
1. Racket Angle: Start with your racket angle relatively neutral or only slightly open. Unlike the backspin push where you angle the racket more distinctly to impart underspin, a no-spin push requires a flatter bat angle.
2. Contact: The aim is to hit the ball with a flat contact, avoiding brushing up or down.
3. Wrist: Unlike spin-heavy strokes, the no-spin push doesn't require extensive wrist or forearm action. Just a straightforward, controlled push forward.
The No spin push is most effective when used in combination with a spin push. The variation of the no-spin push can disrupt an opponent who is used to playing against spins. It can cause confusion and force errors especially getting them to hit the ball back higher. This can help you to set up an attacking shot.
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I should try developing a no spin push. I like to loop/attack when my opponent hits me a high push so going between spin and no spin pushes might get me the high pushes that I'm looking for.
They can be really useful for an attacker when used well. Let me know how you get on playing around with it.
I would loop a higher backspin ball, so I would only do this on a lower backspin ball. On a lower backspin ball, do you lift or scoop the ball up without going under it to get a no spin push?
Hi Rick it is more of a lifting action but then it is more about the contract being flat rather than brushing under the ball to generate more backspin.