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Krishna Suresh Asked 14 years ago

how to perform the backhand smash?

Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago

Hi Krishna,

If the ball is high enough to smash then you should get around on the forehand and make the smash. The backhand smash can be quite risky.

Take a look at the lesson we have on the Forehand Smash. This will help. Make sure you are moving well into position before you make the stroke. A common error I find is that players forget to move their feet while the ball is in the air.

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