How to correct the bad habit of under-slicing a forehand strokes?

How to correct the bad habit of under-slicing a forehand strokes?

Hi Many times you find new beginners, especially kids, tend to do the easier way of forehand shots by under-spinning/slicing the balls to get over the nets.

I've tried a few ways but it's not to easy to change a habit. Please help. Thanks a lot. KT.

KT TeoCoach, Singapore
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Hi there! It might be a bit late and you already figured the way to get that sorted...

Ask your players to finish the swing with the back of their hand touching their neck over the shoulder and they will start brushing it up. That`s one way we teach topspin to players in Spain.

Cheers!


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KT TeoCoach, Singapore

Tks vs m yr reply. Hv tried but they still chop chop - under spinning the balls after a while. I guess discipline on this wld help. Gd day.,
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JOHN SANGVERACoach, United States of America

Hit lower across the net and shoot for a flat penetrating ball to your target no top spin. You can even aim at the tap it should be what your looking for.


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JOHN SANGVERACoach, United States of America

Stay abovE the ball and use a standard high to low across the shoulder technique. With a slightly open face it, not to open but open. Should teach control and feel at that point. And then move on to spin. :)


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KT TeoCoach, Singapore

Thank v m to all yr good points. Will try.
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KT TeoCoach, Singapore

Sounds cool... Ok... Wl try it out... Bad habit dies hard though... Cheers.KT/Singapore 🇸🇬
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