Spin variation
Strokes
lawrence harvey Asked 9 years ago
Hi Alois,
On the forehand loop I seem to be very clear how to vary the speed but I have no clue what modification varies the spin. I had asked earlier if you think flexing the elbow gives more topspin?
If not, how do I make the shot more or less spinny ?
thanks
Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago
Hi Lawrence,
The contact will give you good variation. A flatter contact will give you less spin and a thinner or brushing contact will give you more spin on the ball.
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lawrence harvey Posted 9 years ago
Great!
thanks coach- I'll work on this and see if it gives me another tool of illusion
cheers
SAISHIV BHARADWAJ Posted 9 years ago
THE BAT ANGLE SHOULD BE OPEN OR CLOSED?
You can change the angle to get different contacts.
lawrence harvey Posted 9 years ago
Hi coach, I've been working on trying to maintain a soft grip and soft wrist so I can improve my blocks against these monster shots, it's been a real challenge in itself, but now I noticed this adjustment has made me slap the ball when I attack rather than brush it so I'm losing that spin effect, what should I do to try and find the balance?
Now focus on the brushing while maintaining the relaxed wrist. This is possible.