Returning Long Sidespin Service
Receiving
Ahtesham Ghauri Asked 14 years ago
Hi Coach,
h r u. You suggest to play loop to a long backspin serve. I tried and it is very effective and i got 100% result. Now i wana ask if there is put long sidespin serve or long pendulum (sideback spin) serve, then what is option. Can i use a loop. Is it technically good.
BR Thax.
Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago
Hi Ahtesham,
I am glad that you have had some success with your technique.
Yes you should definitely topspin the sidespin and side backspin serves as well. In fact any serve that only bounces once on the table is an invitation for you to topspin.
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