Kick smash technique: grip and contact point

Kick SmashOct 24, 2022

Key takeaway from our Guru

How do I hit a kick smash from the right side of the court?

Use an eastern backhand grip and contact the ball from the seven to two o'clock position. Move your feet so you are behind the ball, allowing you to brush upward and create the rotation needed to kick it out.

What this lesson covers

The kick smash from the right side requires more rotation than the flat smash used on the left. To generate this movement, the player shifts from a continental grip toward an eastern backhand grip and lowers the hand position on the racket handle. This adjustment allows for greater wrist mobility during the swing. The contact point shifts from in front of the body to behind the head, aiming to strike the ball from the seven o'clock to the two o'clock position. This brushing motion creates the necessary topspin for the ball to kick high off the back glass and exit the court.

Footwork is essential for positioning behind the ball. The player must move past the ball to ensure the body is properly aligned, rather than staying too far forward. Drills include hitting from a seated position to isolate arm rotation and alternating between flat and kick smashes to feel the difference in contact points. The goal is to prioritize a relaxed, rotational motion over raw power. This lesson is for right-sided players seeking to add a finishing shot to their repertoire.

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Added on Apr 2, 2026

How to Kick Smash The Ball Out From The Right Side #PADELTIPS

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Skill level

Intermediate, High Intermediate, Advanced, High Advanced

Court position

Right

Secondary shot

Smash

Keywords

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