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In this video, coach Lois Peake explains how you can prevent your opponent attacking by using a short touch. When an opponent serves backspin, most players will either push long or flick. But another option is to return the ball short, so it bounces at least two times on the other side. Keep reading
Playing against long pimples can be a frustrating experience for many players. The ball seems to behave in a strange way – popping up high or shooting down into the net. In this video, I explain how to understand long pimples better. I do this by demonstrating a simple exercise you can do with a long pimples player. Keep reading
In this video, coach Emma, shares her secrets for returning serves. Emma favours a more controlled and strategic approach when returning serves, with one overriding principle – put the ball where your opponent doesn’t want it! This strategy has given Emma a lot of success over the years and could have a big benefit for your game too. Keep reading
In this video I help Clive, a division 2 local league player, improve his forehand loop vs backspin. Clive has been trying to develop a forehand loop but his technique is a too tight, too weak and too slow. To help Clive I suggest one simple tip to help him get a lot more speed, spin and energy into his shot. Keep reading
In this video, pro coach Craig Bryant explains how to read your opponent better and massively improve your reaction speed. Craig leads me through a few irregular exercises, where I have to continually watch his bat to see where the ball is going. By the end of the video you will have a much better idea of what exercises you need to do read your opponent, deal with randomness, react quicker and play better table tennis! Keep reading
In this video I share two simple tips to help you hit faster backhand topspin attacks. I demonstrate how to use your wrist to generate more acceleration when playing backhand topspin. And I also show you how to use a little body rotation to add some energy to your backhand attacks. This video is useful for any player who has a ‘safe’ backhand and wants to develop a stronger backhand topspin attack. Keep reading
A strong defensive player can be very difficult to beat. The defender will use a combination of pushes, chops, blocks to keep returning the ball. It can be both physically and mentally exhausting! In this video, coach Orsi Petocz gives some tips on how to beat defensive players. And what makes Orsi’s insights very useful is that she is a very strong defender herself, having represented Hungary in international events. Keep reading
To improve your serves you have to practise. But there is a good way to practise serving and multiple bad ways. In this video I highlight multiple bad habits players have when practising serves. Keep reading
In this video coach Lois Peake explains how to return those tricky left handed serves. Many right handed players struggle with serves which cut across their forehand side of the table. These are the serves often used by left handed players. What is the best way of returning these serves? Keep reading
In this video, I explain how to develop an advanced forehand topspin stroke. I take you through five key stages – contact point, waist rotation, power from the legs, ball placement and spin variation. When you have progressed through the five stages you will have a very effective attacking weapon. Keep reading