Returning lower ball

Receiving

elvin tee
elvin tee Asked 12 years ago

Hi, Alois.Can you make a video about how to return a lower ball from the bottom table? Thanks for your answer.


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Elvin,

If the ball is low it is best to use a push return.  We have lessons on this in our Receiving Secrets course.

If the ball is low with a bit of topspin you could try to make a flick as well.


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elvin tee

elvin tee Posted 12 years ago

Thanks, it's very useful!

 


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