Drills to returning serves

Receiving

Archel Taneka Sutanto
Archel Taneka Sutanto Asked 11 years ago

Hi Alois and Jeff,

In real matches, I really confused with my opponents' serves, especially to diferentiate between the backspin and sidespin serves. But now, I'm getting used to returning the sidespin because I can see clearly my opponents brushing the ball more sideways instead of underneath the ball. So, I found a way to practice service return. My opponents serves through the match until it's done but I haven't tried it yet. Is it possible?

Thank you very much
Regards, Archel


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Archel,

That is a good idea if you are focusing on your return of service.  Nice thinking.


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Archel Taneka Sutanto

Archel Taneka Sutanto Posted 11 years ago

Alright then
How to differentiate between the backspin and the sidespin serves? I see no difference, especially when they're using their backhand. They start up, and finish down below, it really confuses me.


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago

Then you need to watch the contact point.


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