backhand counterhit

Strokes

Samuel Lim
Samuel Lim Asked 13 years ago

is the backhand counterhit stroke mainly used for warmups or can be used in a match? thanks in advance to alois and jeff


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Samuel,

It is used a lot in the warm up but you certainly can use it in a match situation.

If the ball comes fairly flat to you it is a good way of placing the ball. It is a good way to get control on the ball in the rally.


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