When to use forehand/backhand counter hit and block
Strokes
Gerard Tran Asked 6 years ago
Hello Alois,
I was wondering when I should use these four strokes during a match because they are all defensive strokes.
Regards,
Gerard
Alois Rosario Answered 6 years ago
Hi Gerard,
A counterhit is not used very much at all in a match situation. It is more a learning control stroke.
The block is used when you are being attacked, usually by your opponent playing topspin.
The two strokes are very much extensions of each other. Similar stroke just different lengths.
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Forehand Counterhit
The forehand counterhit or forehand drive is the foundation for more attacking strokes such as the forehand topspin or forehand loop. There are 3 critical factors:
- Your feet position
- Your start position
- Your finish position
If you concentrate on these 3 factors then your stroke will become extremely consistent. Once you can reliably hit 100 balls in a row then you are ready for more attacking strokes. If you can hit 1,000 balls on in a row then you know you've truly mastered the stroke.
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Gerard Tran Posted 6 years ago
Thank you, Alois for your thoughtful comment.