Ready stance after backhand serve

Table Tennis Serving

Last updated 8 years ago

SirLoops Alot

SirLoops Alot Asked 8 years ago

Most players I see using the backhand serve do so from their backhand corner, and with their left leg back (assuming a righthanded player). This seems more natural as it allows the server to rotate their body during the serve while keeping the contact point close to the table edge. While I prefer this motion too, I have a problem if the serve is returned to my forehand side, as i need to get switch my stance and get my right leg back to make a fh attacking shot. I often feel like I dont have enough time and make poor strokes when returned to my fh.

I have been experimenting with switching my stance for my bh serve, putting my right leg back instead. While the serve is less natural, it's easier for me to play a fh on 3rd ball. Is this OK way to serve, or should I instead keep my left leg back on my bh serve and focus on improving my footwork?


Alois Rosario

Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago

Hi Dan,

I think the modified stance is a good solution.  The other thing is to move your right leg back with the service action as you come through with the swing.


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SirLoops Alot

SirLoops Alot Posted 8 years ago

Thanks Alois.



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