Side spin service return

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Ahtesham Ghauri Asked 15 years ago

Hi Coach,

Can i play a flick to sidespin serve. Last time you suggest to use your bat like a rudder to steer the ball back. But i want to attack on sidespin serve so what is your opinion about flick

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Alois Rosario Answered 15 years ago

Hi Ahtesham,

Flicking a sidespin serve can be a good tactic. I remember our old coach Mr Zhou used to tell us if there is any sidespin at all, then flick, if there is only backspin, then push.

Initially it is best to make sure you are understanding the spin on the ball by steering it back. Once you have done that, then tactically in a match you can decide what type of stroke you are going to play.

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Ahtesham Ghauri Posted 15 years ago

I m really greatful to you for your worthy answer. i wana ask one thing more about this question, if there is backspin with sidespin, for example pandulum serve then what should i do.

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 15 years ago

The backspin sidespin is still able to be flicked. The safer option is a short push.

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