The Best Way of Holding a Bat

Strokes

John Lee
John Lee Asked 7 years ago

What is the best way of holding a bat? Most top Chinese players use a different fingering to normal people like me. I've tried their strokes but I don't know how to receive it using the backhand.


Jeff Plumb
Member Badge Jeff Plumb Answered 7 years ago

Hi John,

It seems to me that more and more Chinese are now using the shakehand grip but they still do have a lot of good players using the penhold grip. To see how to hold the bat correctly watch this video on the topic.

We also have a video on penhold techniques which will show you how to play the backhand using that grip.


Recommended Video

Top 3 Forehand Topspin Mistakes (and How to Fix Them for Good)

Are you struggling with your forehand topspin? In this video, we reveal the 3 most common mistakes that could be holding back your game:

  1. Hitting the ball too late
  2. Hitting the ball too flat
  3. Following through too low

But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! We’ll show you how to fix these errors for good using our simple 3-step method:

  1. Awareness: Understand the problem and how it impacts your shots.
  2. Rewiring: Correct your muscle memory with targeted drills.
  3. Progression: Solidify the improvements through consistent repetition and practice.

Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your technique, this video is packed with actionable tips to help you master your forehand topspin and dominate your table tennis game.

Watch Now

No comments yet!


Become a free member to post a comment about this question.