To block a smash

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venkat rohit
venkat rohit Asked 14 years ago

How do I block a Smash?


Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago

Hi Venkat,

This is really difficult!  You really need to guess the right direction of the ball and then get your angle just right.  You are better off to move back from the table and trying to lob the ball back.  this will give you a bit more time.


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