Spin or control

Strokes

George togonidze
George togonidze Asked 9 years ago

There are players who are prefer to spin or control. Some find it difficult to choose among them. What should we pay attention to in this case.


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago

Hi George,

Control is the most important thing to start with.  If you can't control the ball then the rest will always be difficult.  Once you can control the ball then you can think about adding spin and speed.


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