Short Push

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Cristh Garrido Asked 13 years ago

Hi Alois and Pingskills

i have a real problem making a short push penhold, What i can do?

Thanks

Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Cristh,

Try to keep your hand more relaxed. Take the ball earlier, closer to the net and don't push your bat forward too much. Almost just let the ball hit your bat and let the momentum take the ball back.

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Cristh Garrido Posted 13 years ago