Using Forehand Against Smash

Strokes

Patrick Asayas
Patrick Asayas Asked 12 years ago

Hi Alois and Jeff!

Can you tell me how to return a smash by using forehand attack?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi PAtrick,

If you have more time you can play a topspin from away from the table.

It is just the same as any other topspin but you can swing through bigger because you are further away from the table.


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Patrick Asayas

Patrick Asayas Posted 12 years ago

Thanks! That really works! I hope I will improve it!


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 12 years ago

Good Patrick.  I hope so too.


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