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Hi there,
I would like to ask if there is any advantage in spinning the ball while tossing it to serve. I would still have a flat hand, and let it roll off my hand after getting enough momentum to throw it high. This gets a little backspin on the ball when I'm throwing it, but I'm uncertain if it makes a difference. Is there any rule against this type of toss? Or is it even effective at all? Thanks.
Alois Rosario Answered 17 years ago
Hi Howard,
Unfortunately for you this is not legal.
This is covered in the serving rule. Here is an extract where it is mentioned.Hope it helps.
The server shall then project the ball near vertically upwards, without imparting spin, so that it rises at least 16cm after leaving the palm of the free hand and then falls without touching anything before being struck.
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You get plenty of opportunity to practice serving with spin in this week's training plan. We change the normal routine slightly by not having a dedicated serving time at the end of the session. Instead we focus on and practice the serve through most of the exercises. This is an important part of Table Tennis so put a lot of effort into this session.
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