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In this video I show three training drills you can do to improve your topspin rallying skills. These drills will help you improve your reactions, your footwork and your ability to deal with random match-play. Keep reading
In this video, pro player Paul Drinkhall explains how to do his super fast long serve. Paul uses this serve quite often when playing matches to catch his opponent out and set up an opportunity to do a strong 3rd ball attack. Keep reading
In this video, top coach and service expert, Craig Bryant, explains how to use your serves to set up 3rd ball attacks. 3rd ball attack is where you serve, your opponent returns your serve and you take advantage of any weak or predictable balls with a strong attack. Keep reading
In this video I share a simple but very effective tactic of attacking with your forehand down the line. Most players are very good at forehand attacks cross-court. But forehand attacks down the line can be an even better shot. Opponents often find it hard to defend these attacks, so you can win a few cheap points. Keep reading
In this video, pro player Paul Drinkhall, shows off his brilliant blocking skills. Blocking is great for returning your opponent’s topspin shots, and turning defence into attack. Paul shares his blocking tips, discussing technique, placement and gaining a psychological advantage over your opponent. Keep reading
In this video, top coach and service expert, Craig Bryant, explains how to serve at different lengths. Being able to serve to different areas of the table is a great way of putting your opponent under pressure. Craig demonstrates how to serve short, long and half-long. He uses markers to show where the ball should bounce on either side of the table. Keep reading
In this video, I took an in-depth look at how to play against and beat players who use long pimples. Many players at beginner and intermediate level find long pimples difficult to play against. This is because the long pimples changes the spin on the ball in a way that players are not used to. Keep reading
In this video, pro player Paul Drinkhall demonstrates the forehand flick. Paul uses the forehand flick to attack short backspin serves or pushes. He combines speed with very good placement to put his opponents under pressure. Paul describes how to do the forehand flick, the importance of placement and how much power you should use. Keep reading
In the video, Craig shows how to generate spin using your forearm and wrist. He demonstrates how to generate backspin, sidespin and topspin and crucially how to generate MORE backspin, sidespin and topspin. Keep reading
In this video, I take an in-depth look at forehand topspin, with advice aimed specifically at beginner players. Forehand topspin is a vital stroke and will help you progress from beginner to intermediate and advanced standards of play. I explain the difference between a drive and a topspin, including bat angle, contact point and swing trajectory. Keep reading