The Backhand Sidespin Flick
Receiving
Konstantin Kanev Asked 9 years ago
Hello, Pingskills,
I have a problem with the backhand sidespin flick. I never try this. Can you help me! What is the important?
All the best!
Konstantin Kanev
Alois Rosario Answered 9 years ago
Hi Konstantin,
Take a look at the free lesson we have on this in our Strokes & Techniques section. Take a look at the lesson on the Backhand Sidespin Flick.
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Konstantin Kanev Posted 9 years ago
I will have a tournament on Monday. Do you have any advice for me? (Maybe my question is stupid
)
Hi Konstantin,
I think one of the most important things with a tournament is to just do the things that you do normally. Often players try to do something special and get themselves into trouble.