Don't move backward
Strokes
DHS Lover Asked 11 years ago
Hi PingSkills
My coach always tell me to not move backward when playing and tell me to always get close to the table
can you tell me why ? but when i'm not move backward, i can't do a good topspin stroke especially when topspining a topspin
In topspin against topspin video, you also said to get closer to table but how ? as the topspin will kick out and fast so i've to move backward to generate a good topspin stroke
please for the answer :D
thank you very much
Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago
Hi Frendy,
Try to stay as close as possible to the table. Against faster shots you may need to move further away but don't just move back by habit.
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DHS Lover Posted 11 years ago
so can i know why i must keep close to table ?
It gives you the most options and cuts down the time that your opponent has.
Hey Frendy,
You can try that if the ball is high enough and you feel comfortable with the shot. Having more topspin on the ball allows you a greater margin for error though as this will cause the ball to dip more.
Oliver Posted 11 years ago
From experience, here are a few more reasons why you should stay closer:
1. You have less table to cover
2. You have more options when someone topspins to your backhand
3. If you move back too much, your shots become weaker
4. You can deflect your opponent's spin and use that against them.
I'm very glad I changed my style to close table.