Match Strategy

Strategy

Ahtesham Ghauri Asked 15 years ago

Hi Coach,

I m silver level player regarding your bifurcation of players status.

My match strategy is that when ball is on table then i play counterhit and then ball comes out from table then i play topspin. Is it technically good strategy or i have to change.

My question is that how can i choice to play topspin or counterhit.

BR Thax.

Alois Rosario Answered 15 years ago

Hi Ahtesham,

Your thinking is quite correct. If the ball only bounces once on the table then you should look at playing a topspin. If the ball if short ( more than one bounce) you can play a push stroke if the ball has backspin or you can play a flick or perhaps a counterhit.

Always look at playing an attacking stroke to start with against an opponent. If they are very good at blocking then you may need to change your strategy.

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Ahtesham Ghauri Posted 15 years ago

i m extremely greatful to you. Your tip will very precious for me, and now i will start play with that attacking strokes in start technique.

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