Sidespin on the ball

Strokes and Technique

Ayush Chakravarthy
Ayush Chakravarthy Asked 10 years ago

Hello Coach,

I am currently using a Stiga Spica.

It is a very fast bat with minimal control, I have learnt controlling it as i have been using it for the past 2 years but i am noticing now that my forehand topspin stroke has deteriorated as it ends above my head and becomes a sidespin stroke i am really concerned about this matter.

Please Help

Regards,

Ayush


Alois Rosario
Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Ayush,

To straighten out your topspin, first try just watching the flight of the ball when you hit it.  By watching the flight you will start to adjust the wrist naturally.

The key factor is the angle of your wrist at the point of contact.  If the wrist is bent, you will start to generate sidespin.  You may also want to think about the start position of your racket.  If it starts behind your back it will come around in a curving motion and tend to contact the ball on the side.


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Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

But sometimes I am forced to use a slow topspin which goes on to be a similar side spin stroke 

my dad a former state player said that my reflexes are slow so pls tell some exercise to improve them 

 


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

Hi Ayush,

I think multi ball is a good way of improving reflexes.  By using multi ball you can get the ball coming faster than in a rally.

The other thing that you can focus on is watching the ball.  This tracking of the ball will help you to see what the ball is doing a little earlier and therefore give you more time to react.


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

Is it a wise choice to change my bat 6-7 months later or later


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

Depending on your bat and the rubber on it.  A good rubber will last for around 80 to 100 hours of play.  If it is a pre made bat, they often last up to a year, depending on the amount of use and the quality of the racket.


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

Also I have noticed that during practise I am able to play all strokes properly but during a tournament i usually am not able to get the warmth to play properly.

It is only during the third or fourth game that I play properly but the game goes out of hand till then.pls tell some exercise to gain warmth before matches


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

We have them in our Training Secrets section under Physical Warm Up.


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

I am planning to change my racket soon.So can u pls suggest a spinny, fast rubber and also will it go with Butterfly Timo Boll ALL+?


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

I chose Butterfly Tenergy 80 for backhand and Yasaka Pryde for forehand is it a good combination? pls suggest


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

Hi Ayush,

Yes that is a fast combination.  As long as your basics are good, it will be alright for you.


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

Can u please explain the difference between various types of handles because i am getting confused with which type is the grip i use


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

Use one that feels comfortable.  That is the only difference with the different styles of handles.  When you pick it up it should feel comfortable in your hand.


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

No, I meant the difference between the flared handle, straight handle and anatomical handle


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

Which type of handle is this?

 


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

They are just different shapes.  So it is a matter of finding the one that feels best in your hand.  The handle doesn’t make a difference to the performance of the blade.


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

Thank you


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

What is the purpose of a booster?

 


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

And also how to use it?

 


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

Is it necessary to use it with the above combo or not? 


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

You shouldn’t use Booster, it is illegal.


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

Thanks


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

what is the purpose of the Blade sealing Service available at the megaspin site? 


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

It seals the blade and protects it from taking off rubber.  This was important when players were using speed glue but not so important now.


Ayush Chakravarthy

Ayush Chakravarthy Posted 10 years ago

can i use any gum sole shoes for a tt tournament

 


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

Any comfortable runners are good to use.  Try to use one with a low heel as this will help with movement.


Jeff Plumb

Jeff Plumb from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago

Most indoor sports shoes work very well for table tennis.


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