Backhand serve
Serving
Dario Mirić Asked 11 years ago
How to make an effective backhand serve and what about the tossing should it be lower or higher? Could you make a video?
Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago
Hi Dario,
You can try to toss the ball both low and high and see what feels comfortable. I find you need a little time to get your hand out of the way. You can also think about whether you start with your bat above your free hand or below.
Try to utilise your wrist as much as you can on the serve. You can also modify your grip a little by loosening your hold slightly. This will allow you to get more whip through the wrist and therefore more spin.
We have a section on the backhand serve in our Serving Secrets section.
Recommended Video
The Key to Making Your Long Serves More Effective
Want to win more points straight off your serve? In this video, we reveal the key to making your long serves more effective in table tennis.
You’ll learn:
✔ When to use a long fast serve for maximum impact
✔ How to add speed, spin, and placement to trouble your opponent
✔ Common mistakes players make with long serves (and how to fix them)
Whether you’re an attacking player looking for quick winners or you simply want to keep your opponent on the back foot, these tips will help you transform your long serve into a real weapon.
Watch NowNo comments yet!
Become a free member to post a comment about this question.