Switching hands while playing tt

Rules

Tejas B N
Tejas B N Asked 8 years ago

What are the rules for switching or Changing of hands while playing table tennis like if I cannot reach the ball with my right hand can I use my left hand instead?


Jeff Plumb
Member Badge Jeff Plumb Answered 8 years ago

Hi Tejas,

Yes you can switch hands. You must have the bat in your hand when you hit the ball but it can be in either hand.


Recommended Video

Table Tennis Video Tutorial

Hitting the Ceiling

When the ball hits the ceiling the point is over. You must hit the ball directly back onto the table otherwise you lose the point. In International tournaments the roof needs to be at least 5 metres above the playing surface but in local competitions you might often encounter much lower ceilings.

Watch Now

No comments yet!


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