Can I hit the ball with the side of my racket
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Chezki Indursky Asked 10 years ago
can i hit the ball with the side of my racket?
it create some good speed, and it's also surprising. is it legal? 
Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago
Hi Chezki,
You are allowed to hit it with the side of your racket but it will not be very consistent or accurate. You are much better spending the time training your normal shots using the rubber.
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Chezki Indursky Posted 10 years ago