Smashing a short high backspin shot

Strokes

Dan Shoop
Dan Shoop Asked 10 years ago

I often get into a position whereby my opponent has made a mistake and returned the ball back high (say very high) and short but with backspin.

I feel (and so do they) that this ought to be an easy kill but I seem to put it in the net way way too often.

Should I slap it down or should I brush it down?  Am I too late or maybe I should wait till it drops a bit?

 


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago

Hi Dan,

Take a look at these video responses to a similar question:

High backspin close to net

Smash/Topspin High Chopped Ball

 


Recommended Video

Table Tennis Video Tutorial

The Push in Detail

The humble push does not sound like an exciting stroke but it is one of the most important shots in Table Tennis. Having a great short push can be the difference between being an average player and being a great player. Make sure you allocate the appropriate amount of practice to mastering the push.

Watch Now

No comments yet!


Become a free member to post a comment about this question.