When played correctly Backhand Cross-Court can be devastating to your opponent. Even if they manage to move quickly and return this shot they'll have been drawn out of position which will leave the court open for your player to smash a crushing forehand into the far corner!
What's in the Session?
To develop your players powerful backhand cross-court stroke this session is divided into three sections:
Get your players winding up to play this powerful stroke and fire a cross-court backhand shot across their opponent's bow!
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