Blocker Strategy

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Alex Choi
Alex Choi Asked 12 years ago

I have a friend who's a right hander whose forehand is his weaker side but he is so fast I cant exploit it he also is a good blocker of the ball and always sets his own rhythm in the game how can I break a rthythm which is fast paced as a leftie with a penhold grip with a reverse backhand should.


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Alex,

Against a good blocker the key is to change the spin and speed of your shots.  They enjoy you playing the ball fast so change it up with slow and fast topspins and to various places on the table.  This will break up their rhythm and gain you a few more points.

For our Premium members we also have a lesson in our Match Strategy Course on Playing A Blocker.


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AmekunRaiane Rivadeneira

AmekunRaiane Rivadeneira Posted 12 years ago

i saw other players counter blockers via looping but instead of the fast paced hitting they really concentrate on the brushing part and when the player blocks it flies away i think its called a slow loop

Alex Choi

Alex Choi Posted 12 years ago

Where should i serve should i serve long or short. Should i play the reverse backhand topspin since i am a penholder.


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 12 years ago

Hi Alex,

Usually it is good to serve short so that your opponent can't attack first.

You should definitely give the RPB a try.  It can be a good attacking stroke.


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