When to use forehand/backhand counter hit and block
Strokes
Gerard Tran Asked 7 years ago
Hello Alois,
I was wondering when I should use these four strokes during a match because they are all defensive strokes.
Regards,
Gerard
Alois Rosario Answered 7 years ago
Hi Gerard,
A counterhit is not used very much at all in a match situation. It is more a learning control stroke.
The block is used when you are being attacked, usually by your opponent playing topspin.
The two strokes are very much extensions of each other. Similar stroke just different lengths.
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Gerard Tran Posted 7 years ago
Thank you, Alois for your thoughtful comment.