Returning Backhand aggressive spin

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sathya sankar
sathya sankar Asked 10 years ago

Hi coach can you show me how to return an aggressive backhand spin.

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Sathya,

If it is a topspin use a block shot.  Take a look at the lesson on the Backhand Block.  However one thing you also need to consider is trying to stop them from having the opportunity to make the aggressive backhand.  You can do this by keeping the ball shorter on the table and also just avoiding the hitting zone.  Try to play the ball wider or more into their crossover or even place more balls to the forehand side.

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