How to hit with more topspin!

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Today’s video teaches you how to hit with more topspin, a skill that can be tricky for many players.

The secret to getting it right is how you hold your paddle.

Most players use a Continental grip, like shaking hands with the paddle.

However, you need to switch to a slight Eastern grip for a topspin.

This small change angles the paddle face down, making it easier to spin the ball downwards as you hit it.

To generate topspin, start with your paddle below the ball and use a quick wrist motion like you're whipping the ball.

It's important to involve your whole body in the shot, bending your knees and swinging from low to high, finishing the motion as if you're answering a phone with your paddle.

The video also points out the importance of using your other hand to point at the ball, which helps add power to your shot by involving your shoulders.

When playing close to the net, in the kitchen area, adding top spin can make your shots faster and more unpredictable, making it harder for your opponents to return them effectively.

Tanner demonstrates how topspin affects the ball's trajectory and bounce, making it a valuable technique for putting pressure on your opponents.

Key Points

  • Switch from a Continental to a slight Eastern grip for better topspin.

  • Keep your paddle below the ball and use a whipping motion with your wrist.

  • Involve your whole body in the shot, swinging from low to high.

  • Use your off-hand to point at the ball for extra power.

  • Top spin is especially useful in the kitchen area for making shots faster and more unpredictable.

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