Counter attack and Topspins

Strokes

Wasiq Khawar
Wasiq Khawar Asked 12 years ago

Hello Alois and Jeff,

I watched your video on defensive shot selection, and I was wondering on how you counter attack (especially on a smash or a fast return). If you don't already have a video on this, could you make one? Also, when playing topspin stokes is it best be close to the table or a little farther back?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Wasiq,

We don't have a lesson on counter attacking a smash.  We will try to do one.

When playing topspins how far you are from the table depends on the type of stroke your opponent plays.  If it is a push then you should be really close to the table.  If it is a topspin then you can be further away.  The critical factor is where the top of the bounce will be.  For a push the top of the bounce will be closer to the table.


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