Tight Grip

Strokes

Mahad Naveed
Mahad Naveed Asked 14 years ago

should I hold racket tight or loose while smashing?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago

Hi Mahad,

In general you should hold your bat as loose as possible.  This will allow your fingers and wrist to operate properly.  Any extra tension in the fingers and writ will mean your strokes will be effected. 


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