Defending smashes

Strokes

somshekar somshekar
somshekar somshekar Asked 13 years ago

hi,alois ,i have experienced defeat many times because of topspin smash that is my main weakness i lose confidence how do i defend? 


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Somshekar,

You need to focus on keeping the ball low and to you opponent's weaker side.  Once they have the opportunity to lay a strong ball it is often too late.


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