Pushing the ball gently

Strokes

Jason  Bui
Jason Bui Asked 5 years ago

How do we use the ghost push? I’ve heard of it and wanted to check out, but I need tips on how to improve it and combinations.

-Thanks, Jason


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 5 years ago

Hi Jason,

I guess it is a push where the ball would come back to you.  To do this brush the ball finely at the base with a fast action.  This will generate the backspin to get the ball to come back.  However, it is difficult to get the ball out of reach of your opponent.


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