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Maximizing topspin by BK Pickleball!

In today’s tutorial, BK focuses on mastering the forehand topspin, a fundamental skill for both offensive and defensive play.

The video emphasizes the importance of early preparation and footwork, detailing two different stances: open and closed.

The key to imparting topspin is to close the paddle face slightly and contact the ball from low to high.

The swing path for the forehand topspin is described as a Nike swoosh motion, starting with a high backswing and a paddle face facing downwards, then moving underneath the ball with a closed paddle face, and finishing high.

This motion helps in controlling the ball and adding power.

The forehand topspin is essential for serves and returns, driving the ball deep and pushing opponents back.

It's also a versatile shot for attacking, especially in singles, where it can be used to exploit gaps on the court.

Key Points:

• Footwork: Open stance for baseline play, closed stance for moving forward.

• Grip Variations: Continental, Eastern, Semi-Western, and Western.

• Paddle Face Control: Slightly close the paddle face for topspin.

• Swing Path: Nike swoosh motion for effective topspin and control.

• Versatile Use: Essential for serves, returns, and exploiting gaps in singles play.

Watch the full tutorial here.

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