Hitting Your First Backhand

Forehand Grip use the two-handed backhand grip

Where to start The two backhands are the one-handed backhand and the two-handed backhand. Topspinsports.com recommends the two-handed backhand for beginners. It is easier for players just starting to hit with two hands rather than one

Position

  1. Stand sideways (body facing the left side of the court)
  2. Establish the proper grip (two handed backhand grip)

Hitting the ball

  1. Keep racquet back (pointed towards the back of the court)
  2. Contact point = slightly in front of your body
  3. Follow through over the shoulder

Conclusion One of the biggest problems players face is that players to not learn the basic fundamentals of the backhand. Players learn the wrong way and are reluctant to change. If you are just beginning, it is extremely important that you remember two things: Keep your racquet all the way back and finish over your shoulder, the rest should come together.


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