Vertical Racket Position
Strokes
Walt Wintermute Asked 13 years ago
Hello,
I have an older student that, when the ball gets close to his body, holds the racket in an almost vertical position. This seems to be a common problem among table tennis players that never had any formal training. Besides explaining to them the proper start and finish of a forehand stroke, do you have any specific advice or techniques on how to correct this behaviour?
Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago
Hi Walt,
Perhaps you could try to get them to focus on getting the bat more on the side of them. When they get the ball too close to them it is hard to get their bat into the side on position.
To get the bat into that position involves a small sideways movement with the feet or at least a sway to the side with the body.
Give this a try and let me know if it works for them.
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:
- Hitting the ball too late
- Hitting the ball too flat
- 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:
- Awareness: Understand the problem and how it impacts your shots.
- Rewiring: Correct your muscle memory with targeted drills.
- 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 NowNo comments yet!
Become a free member to post a comment about this question.