![[Video] Backhand topspin vs backspin – basic and advanced technique](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/BH-topspin-vs-backspin-technique-350x197.jpg)
In this video I take an in-depth look at how to play a backhand topspin against a backspin ball. A backhand topspin will allow you to attack your opponents backspin serve, push or chop. In the video I show three different backhand topspin techniques – a basic method, a spin method and a speed method. I explain the pros and cons of each method and give my views on which method is best. Keep reading
In this week’s blog post I’m going to address some issues raised by a reader of my blog called David from the USA. David has been playing table tennis for many years, but has become a little disillusioned because of illegal serves, white t-shirts and poor venue lighting. In the blog post, I’ll give my thoughts on David’s concerns and what the table tennis community can do about it… Keep reading
![[Video] Improving my counter topspin – with Eli Baraty](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Countertopspin-350x197.jpg)
Usually when my opponent attacks, I go into blocking mode. But I’d like to do a bit more than always ‘block’. I want to get better at attacking my opponent’s attacks. So I got together with top coach Eli Baraty to develop my counter topspin skills. In the video Eli takes a look at my technique and gives me tips on how to improve my counter topspins… Keep reading
A lot of players struggle against long pimples. It’s a common issue, especially at lower levels. When I started playing, I was completely confused in my first matches against long pimples players. I didn’t know what the heck was going on! But in quite a small period of time, I was able to make rapid improvements and start beating the players I was losing to. So in this blog post, I’m going to share three simple steps you should follow to get good against long pimples players. Keep reading
![[Video] Amazing around the net shot – with Craig Bryant](https://www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Around-the-net-shot-1-350x197.jpg)
In this video, Craig Bryant (a former international player) shows us how to do an “around the net” shot. This is when the ball is played wide and instead of returning the ball over the net, you let it drop a little lower and spin the ball around the net. It’s a fun shot to practice and if you ever manage to do it in a competitive match, you’ll shock your opponent with a spectacular and unreturnable shot. Keep reading