Returning short pimples serves
Receiving
Mikhail Panarin Asked 8 years ago
I want to know, how can i receive backspin-sidespin serve with the short pips in 1.5mm sponge bat?And how to improve my skill to play short pips?
Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago
Hi Mikhail,
The short pimples won't generate as much spin as with inverted rubber. You may be able to flick the ball or hit through it a little more than you normally would. As you have 1.5mm sponge you will have good control from the rubber.
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Mikhail Panarin Posted 8 years ago
Thank you