Why chop on D

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Robert Wooldridge
Robert Wooldridge Asked 12 years ago

Just wondering why chopping is considered the best tactic for defensive?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Robert,

THe chop keeps the ball low and because it has backspin, makes it a little harder for your opponent to attack effectively.  A variation of strokes is good when you are defending, but the chop is the safest.


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