How do you play an opponent who returns almost all smashes

Rahul Maharaj Asked 12 years ago

Hello. This one guy that I played, he returned all of my smashes...well almost. Even if I hit it hard, almost as hard as I can, he returns it. Is there any technique in combating this type of play. I posted another question here about returning backspin, you pointed me to one of your videos, it worked miracles, that was great quality advice that you gave me and now my game has noticeably improved, thanks for that. If there is a way I can combat this, please let me know, it will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, I look forward to a reply.

Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Rahul,

You can try to play some softer smashes to bring them closer to the table and then when they are closer you can hit the ball harder to more effect.

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Jeffrey Sandoval Posted 12 years ago

How about Dropping the Ball after he Return it?

andrew brand Posted 12 years ago

thats what i was thinking. smash then dropshot, then smash again. etc. bring em in close then smash when they are close so harder to defend.

eirik daniel Posted 12 years ago

Well. its as simply as this, think about aiming more to the side, for example: when u first hit one smash and he returns it, then play it more to the side, and not always to the middle. A shot which is well placed is better than ur fastest shot, which goes into his racket.