Problem with Backhand Counterhit

Strokes

Ethan Walker
Ethan Walker Asked 15 years ago

I use to use the shakehand style but now I am currently using the penhold style of holding the bat and I have been having trouble with the backhand counterhit.

Do I cross over to the other side to do it?

Any tips please tell!!

Thank you 


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 15 years ago

Hi Ethan,

Take a look at our lesson on using the penhold grip.  This is on Youtube.

Here is the link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUK7-z7Zv3Y

I think this will help you with your backhand technique.


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Ethan Walker

Ethan Walker Posted 15 years ago

thank you so much!! that helped me a lot!

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