Samsonov high toss serve

Serving

Bennett Brown
Bennett Brown Asked 11 years ago

Is there a way to do this serve using the penhold grip?

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Bennett,

You certainly can.  Follow the same principles.  The only difference is in the angle your racket will be in due to the penhold grip.  You just need to hand slightly.  Let me know how it works.

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Bennett Brown

Bennett Brown Posted 2015-08-10 08:57:40

I practiced it for a bit and i think i'll add it to my arsenal


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 2015-08-10 08:57:40

Good one.


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