Tournament preparation last days
Match Strategy
Kaustubh Kulkarni Asked 11 years ago
Hey Jeff and Alois.The day after tomorrow is my tournament day.
That means I have got a day to practice.
Can you please tell me how to go about my practice 1 day before a competetion ?
Also can u please tell me the do's and don'ts before and while playing tournament matches ?
One more thing,WISH ME LUCK ! 
Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago
Hi Kaustubh,
The last few days you should concentrate a lot on your serving and return of serve and 3rd ball. Also practice your strengths a lot. This is what is going to win you points in the tournament.
Some players even like to just rest the day before a tournament.
Good luck from the PingSkillers and let us know how you go.
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Kaustubh Kulkarni Posted 11 years ago
Hey Thanks for answering.Also can u please tell me the do's and don'ts before and while playing tournament matches ?
The mental state n all ? Thnx in advance.
Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
Hi Kaustubh,
Take a look at this blog on the area. What to Expect at a Tournament.
Kaustubh Kulkarni Posted 11 years ago
Well,it wasn't the best tournament for me.
.
Lost in the 3rd round.
My opponent wasnt that good,but nerves got me.
Tried to concentrate on breathing and it helped.
1 service error shattered my confidence when i was Trailing on the score.
then my opponent topspins and my block goes out of the table.happened twice.
Had my moments in the match,but it wasnt enough !
Anyways,theres always another time !
But for now,
Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
This will get better with the more you focus on the breathing and the more experience you get at tournaments.
3rd round sounds OK.