Tom, every day I get something I use everyday. I'm retired and live in a great community with a fantastic 5 table pavilion so I get to take these lessons to the floor while still fresh in my mind. Thanks so much for your excellent videos.
holy cow! Now I know why my game seemed to regress so much when I started to use the forehand loop - I kept hitting the second loop long exactly like this. Thanks for the tip!
Another commom problem is that we commonly perform the 1 topspin standing near the table and when the opponent blocks ist, we have to stand 1 step away from the table to perfom the second attacking topspin against that block. So after we play the first one, we have to swiftly move 1 step back.
I think it's important to explain why we'd use two different swings depending on the spin of the ball coming at us by showing us the way the ball is spinning and what the ball wants to naturally do when it contacts the paddle based on it's spin. Stress how backspin hitting a paddle makes the ball want to return down and topspin hitting a paddle makes the ball want to return upwards. I think its important to be able to visualize which way the ball is spinning when it contacts the paddle. Any visual aids in this regard would be helpful.
Yes. Incoming spin + bat angle = correct trajectory If incoming spin sends the ball upwards, the bat angle should send the ball downward and vice versa. Obviously this only applies to spinny rubber, because spin doesn't affect anti spin rubber at all (which can greatly confuse the opponent if they don't expect it)
If the ball is light backspin, you don't need to open your bat angle as much. But if it is heavy backspin, then opening your bat angle will help spin the ball over the net.
Hi Tom , can you give me some advice on what kind of racquet to recommend for an advanced amateur game, at the moment I use a Donic in Carbon and I wanted to upgrade to the Cornilleau 800. Thanks
Take a look at some of the recommendations on my website. I have lot's of useful advice which should help: www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/table-tennis-equipment/
Ya this happens a lot often with me. Sometimes I think I have topspin on the ball but actual its a normal ball and opponent responds with a banging smash.
With the plastic ball I have the opposite problem. In training drills I often open so strong that the ball never comes back or overshoots the table. Today I tried to open softer to let my partner block it and I go for the 2nd one to finish the point. Quite consistently I shoot it to the net. I do a jump back for more space, the angle is quite closed, the ball is quite high, still the contact is a bit hard and the ball goes wrong. Happens with well used and quite fresh rubbers equally. So I definitely do something wrong.
For me personally it's easier after I've made a loop against backspin to deliver a flat powerful hit and then continue with flat hits. But that's a personal experiense.
But it's very basic, different angle for different spins. Good acceleration makes this difference smaller, useful to loop backspin balls over the table.
You are right, we don't have much time to think, so we need to make the action automatic. That's why all those hours and hours and hours of training is necessary.
Could also be because you're playing with blade+rubber combo that is way too fast for you skill level and you can't master it when you try to put the ball away...
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“Up the back, over the top.” I like that. Thank you Tom.
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Sure you do
Thank you very much, Tom! The very useful advice!!! Now I know what was happening all the time, why I lose the third hit.
Great advice, Tom. Thank you very much.
We all committing this mistake have to get used to adjust the bat angle when getting into a topspin rally.
Tom, every day I get something I use everyday. I'm retired and live in a great community with a fantastic 5 table pavilion so I get to take these lessons to the floor while still fresh in my mind. Thanks so much for your excellent videos.
Do you live at Rossmoor in Walnut Creek, Ca.?
Thanks Tom this is really helpful advice. Very much appreciated.
Thanks for explaining the little details. Very helpful 👍👍👍
holy cow! Now I know why my game seemed to regress so much when I started to use the forehand loop - I kept hitting the second loop long exactly like this. Thanks for the tip!
Another commom problem is that we commonly perform the 1 topspin standing near the table and when the opponent blocks ist, we have to stand 1 step away from the table to perfom the second attacking topspin against that block. So after we play the first one, we have to swiftly move 1 step back.
Yes, good point. Taking a step back will help with the second topspin.
excellent video. Clearly explained.
Thank you Tom. Daily I Play table tennis 90 min. This rule is valuable. Cheers
We apreciate your efforts! Keep up the good job!
that was helpful! Up the back, over the top! Thank you!!!
Another great tip Tom, thank you.
Grateful fix. Thank you.
Thank you Tom!
Good timing - I'm working on that now anyway.
Hello Tom, I like your videos. Thanks for everything
Thanks awesome video.
nice new reno room! Great content as always!
Precious information👏
Why hasn't someone told me this before! Great advice thanks.
I think it's important to explain why we'd use two different swings depending on the spin of the ball coming at us by showing us the way the ball is spinning and what the ball wants to naturally do when it contacts the paddle based on it's spin.
Stress how backspin hitting a paddle makes the ball want to return down and topspin hitting a paddle makes the ball want to return upwards.
I think its important to be able to visualize which way the ball is spinning when it contacts the paddle. Any visual aids in this regard would be helpful.
Great tip... thank you!
Great video, thank you very much. :)
Yes. Incoming spin + bat angle = correct trajectory
If incoming spin sends the ball upwards, the bat angle should send the ball downward and vice versa. Obviously this only applies to spinny rubber, because spin doesn't affect anti spin rubber at all (which can greatly confuse the opponent if they don't expect it)
Great tip Tom thanks
The "up the back, over the top" mantra is absolute gold
Hi Tom I wanna ask you. Do we have to open the racket against the ball with backspin? Can't we handle the ball with backspin if we low enough
If the ball is light backspin, you don't need to open your bat angle as much. But if it is heavy backspin, then opening your bat angle will help spin the ball over the net.
@@TomLodziak Thanks a lot. Love from Turkey
Great video and thoughts.
Great Video!!
Thank you
Hi Tom , can you give me some advice on what kind of racquet to recommend for an advanced amateur game, at the moment I use a Donic in Carbon and I wanted to upgrade to the Cornilleau 800. Thanks
Take a look at some of the recommendations on my website. I have lot's of useful advice which should help: www.tabletenniscoach.me.uk/table-tennis-equipment/
Splendid !
Ya this happens a lot often with me. Sometimes I think I have topspin on the ball but actual its a normal ball and opponent responds with a banging smash.
Thanks.
will try this in my next league match...
in similar rally I need to kill shot on high top spin but unable to decode high top spin and kill or return it. Pl guide
Awesome video
With the plastic ball I have the opposite problem. In training drills I often open so strong that the ball never comes back or overshoots the table. Today I tried to open softer to let my partner block it and I go for the 2nd one to finish the point. Quite consistently I shoot it to the net.
I do a jump back for more space, the angle is quite closed, the ball is quite high, still the contact is a bit hard and the ball goes wrong.
Happens with well used and quite fresh rubbers equally. So I definitely do something wrong.
Thanks
Tnx
That room is amazing want that so badly
For me personally it's easier after I've made a loop against backspin to deliver a flat powerful hit and then continue with flat hits. But that's a personal experiense.
Yes that can work too, but still useful to keep the bat higher after the loop and hit towards the top of the ball.
But it's very basic, different angle for different spins. Good acceleration makes this difference smaller, useful to loop backspin balls over the table.
*Footwork is everything*
Table tennis is much more whole body active then common people realize whole body connection
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And i thought this mistake only happens with me!
if a ball go off a table close a rocket littly more or add more spin. Ok I will do.
Only if we have time to think, often it’s very spontaneous 😅
You are right, we don't have much time to think, so we need to make the action automatic. That's why all those hours and hours and hours of training is necessary.
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Whos better craig or ference?
Its any chance to practice with you??😅
Is it just me or does Tom has some resemblance with Paul Bettany😅
Were good
Could also be because you're playing with blade+rubber combo that is way too fast for you skill level and you can't master it when you try to put the ball away...
Possibly, but from my playing and coaching experience, it is usually a technique issue rather than an equipment issue.
@@TomLodziak that would mean either I have a good technique, or I should stop switching blades and start focussing on my skills ;-)
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Could you please do the same for the backhand?
Thank you very much Tom.