Ball under bat

Strokes

Tobias Larsson Asked 11 years ago

Hi. I wonder one thing. When I play table tennis, it often happens that I miss the ball under the bat. Which mistake I do? I am very nervous to push on the ball, so I think that is the mistake. But can I find some other mistakes when the player miss the ball.

Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Tobia,

It may be that you aren’t watching the ball in flight. Try to put more focus on watching the ball and see if that helps.

Question actions

Notify me of updates Add to Favourites

Back to Questions

Recommended Video

Footwork Basics

Good footwork is the foundation of a strong table tennis game. In this video, we break down the essential steps to move efficiently and stay balanced during rallies.

✅ Key Footwork Tips You'll Learn:

✔️ How to bend your knees and position your feet correctly
✔️ The shuffle step—jumping while keeping your feet the same width apart
✔️ A simple step-by-step drill to improve movement and positioning
✔️ How to progress from single-ball drills to faster multi-ball exercises

By jumping into position and stopping, you ensure a stable base before playing each shot—leading to better accuracy and control.

Watch Now

No comments yet!