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Returning serves can be really tough.. In this coaching video I share an approach to returning serves – a simplified way – which reduces decision making and uncertainty. This approach will hopefully help you return more of those tricky serves you struggle with. Keep reading
One way to win more points, and generally raise your level, is to get really good at 3rd ball attacks. This is where serve, your opponent returns and you attack the next ball. Sometimes this may be a winner, but not necessarily. Basically, it’s your opportunity put your opponent under pressure and take control of the rally. Keep reading
In this video I show you how to attack backspin balls with a forehand topspin. I share some of the teaching methods I use with the players I coach. I explain the technique in full, then I break the learning process down into smaller chunks. Most of the time my methods work. So if you struggle with this shot, try out the things I show in the video and hopefully it will work for you too. Keep reading
A well placed push can put your opponent under pressure, force them to make a mistake or give you a weak ball to attack. So in this coaching video I show you some pushing tactics to mess up your opponent, including the short push, the deep fast push and the wide push. Keep reading
In this coaching video, I explain how to play a quick backhand topspin attack and how to use the shot effectively in matches. It’s what I would call a ‘pressure’ shot. You don’t try and blast your opponent off the table. Instead, you use a short, quick stroke, loaded with topspin, and contact the ball early to rush your opponent and put him under pressure. Keep reading
In this coaching video, I show you how to improve the placement of your attacks. This will help you move up a level. And it’s really simple. Anyone can do it. It doesn’t really matter what level you are or whether you topspin or flat hit – this is all about where on the table you should attack to give your opponent the most difficulty. Keep reading
In my latest coaching video, I look at how to read service spin. If you can read the spin, then it makes other parts of returning serves easier. If you can’t read the spin, then you’re going to struggle. I explain the two big clues to look out for when trying to read service spin. At the end of the video I do some of my serves. See if you can read the spin. Good luck… Keep reading
One of my favourite serves is the reverse sidespin serve. It’s very effective against some opponents, who simply don’t know how to return it. But even if my opponent can return the serve, the ball is often returned in a predictable way, which gives me an opportunity to play a strong forehand attack for the 3rd ball. Keep reading
A common problem players have when trying to block heavy topspin, is that the ball shoots long past the table. Thankfully, the solution is quite simple. In this video, I explain how to block heavy topspin and how you can use aggressive blocks to put your opponent under some serious pressure. Keep reading
In the video I explain when to use a backhand push, how to execute the shot and some common mistakes to look out for. I also give training drill examples to help you practice and improve. Keep reading