Penhold or Shakehand

Table Tennis Strokes and Technique

Last updated 9 years ago

Diego Tesoro

Diego Tesoro Asked 9 years ago

Hi guys,

I am a beginner and I usually play penhold and i was fine with it. Then i started learning shakehand and was fine with it. Therefore i was confused whether to be a penholder or a shakehand player.

BTW i need an answer because i am buying a custom made bat.


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago

Hi Diego,

It is just your personal preference.  If you really don’t have a preference, then go for the shakehand grip.  I think the shakehand grip is easier to develop your game initially.


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