Returning a slam
Strokes
Ammar Asmaro Asked 14 years ago
Hey coach
what's the best technique to use so i can return slams
and since the ball would be too fast i usually look at his hand moving to know where the ball is going, is this right? or should i watch the ball?
Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago
Hi Ammar,
Depending on where you are and how much time you have, the first option would be to block the ball the second option would be to move back and either counter topspin or lob the ball.
Take a look at our lesson on the Lob. The keys to a lob are getting the ball back deep on the table and putting as much topspin as you can on the ball to force the smasher away from the table.
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Ammar Asmaro Posted 14 years ago
Ammar Asmaro Posted 14 years ago
you're right i used to play alot and i used to be really good at this but i've forgot those techniques bcuz i haven't played for a while.
wow that video was awesome i think i got ur point