How to overcome striking the ball

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jan ancheta
jan ancheta Asked 11 years ago

Lately,when I strike the ball ,I always double think.

I always ask myself if I am gonna push or smash the ball.

So, I wanna ask you guys how to overcome striking the ball.

 


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Jan,

If the ball is going to bounce twice on the table then you can push it.  If it is going to only bounce once then you should try to topspin the ball.

Only if the ball is really high then you should try to make a smash.


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jan ancheta

jan ancheta Posted 11 years ago

thank you

 


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