Banana Flick

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nick  vlachopoulos
nick vlachopoulos Asked 11 years ago

Hi Alois & Jeff,

If you would answer my question I would be very grateful.  In which point at your bat must the ball be hit for the Banana Flick?

Thanks

Nick

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Nick,

Hit the ball near the leading edge of the bat.  This will allow the ball to grip on the rubber better and generate more spin.

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