Return low top spin serve in middle
Receiving
pralhad g Asked 12 years ago
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How to return low double bounce top spin serve at cross over point in a match. I could not return it properly. Lost important game in a close match.Please help in this regard.
G Pralhad
Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago
Hi Pralhad,
It is probably best with a flick. You will need to move a little to the side to give yourself some space to make the shot. It doesn't matter if you prefer backhand or forehand. Then use the techniques we show you in the lesson on the Forehand Flick or the Backhand Flick.
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Returning Short Topspin Serves: Two Options
Returning a short topspin serve can be tricky because the spin wants to lift the ball up. In this video, we look at two effective options: developing an attacking flick and learning how to push the ball safely.
For the flick, the key is to be positive. Take a few risks, hit through the ball a little harder, and aim for a fast, flat contact. In practice, don’t worry too much about making mistakes as this is how you learn to control the shot under pressure.
The second option is the push. You can push a short topspin serve, but you need to adjust your contact. Instead of getting under the ball, come down the back of it more, almost feeling like your bat is moving slightly backwards. This helps counter the topspin and keeps the return lower and more controlled.
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pralhad g Posted 2014-08-10 09:59:40
Thank you coach.
I am really impress with you way of your response in great quick manner.As in our area no coach is available, so you are my real coach.God bless you and your team.
G pralhad
Eshaan Mishra Posted 2014-08-10 09:59:40
sir,
how can i do a serve which has a lot of spin it is fast and it sidespins
Hi Eshaan,
You need to brush the ball fast to generate a lot of spin. You also need a thin contact to get the ball to spin. If you want sidespin then you can brush the ball more on the side of the ball. We cover these principles comprehensively in our Serving Secrets lessons.