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Creating a backspin on a ball while pitching makes the ball travel across the field faster. Backspin describes the rotation of the ball, from top-to-bottom, as it crosses the field. According to Corraro Baseball, a major league pitcher can rotate, or backspin a ball an average 36 times in a single pitch. To create a backspin when pitching, you need to minimize the friction placed on the ball. Friction slows the pitch and disrupts the backspin.
Putting backspin on a ball is a technique used to make the ball move back in the direction it came from after hitting the ground or hitting another ball. Backspin is a useful technique for getting a ball into a position that would appear to be impossible at first glance. While backspin is used in many sports, it is commonly applied by golfers taking an approach shot, billiards players looking for just the right positioning for their next shot and bocce players attacking a protected target.
There is no more effective defensive shot in table tennis than the backhand slice. It keeps the ball low to the table and prevents opponents from hitting an offensive return. It also forces your opponent to lift up on the ball for a decent return. But the backhand slice is difficult to master and takes a great deal of practice. Understanding the proper way to strike the ball is the key to success.
Defend a wide shot on the backhand side in a game of ping pong. Learn how, plus get expert table tennis tips and techniques, in this free sports and games video lesson.
To hit an effective offensive backhand shot in ping pong, hit the ball hard and put a lot of top spin on it. Learn how plus get tips on hitting offensive table tennis shots in this free sports and games video lesson on playing table tennis.
