Kick smash technique: vertical brush and contact point

Kick SmashJan 16, 2023

Key takeaway from our Guru

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

You must keep the ball behind you and brush upward vertically. Use your non-dominant arm to help arch your chest and ensure you jump with both legs to generate power.

What this lesson covers

Generating a kick smash from behind the service line requires a vertical swing path rather than a flat power stroke. A continental grip held lower on the handle helps generate spin. Early preparation with the racket head behind the back, similar to a vibora, allows for a controlled upward brush. The non-dominant arm acts as a guide, helping to arch the chest and back to facilitate a more vertical trajectory.

Success depends on the contact point remaining behind the body. Moving into position with small adjustment steps ensures the ball does not get too far in front, which would result in a flat smash. Using both legs to jump simultaneously provides the necessary upward force. Practicing with a physical barrier, such as a tube or bench, helps prevent the arm from moving forward and forces the player to brush the ball upward. A controlled effort at seventy percent speed often produces more kick than maximum power. This technique is most effective on high lobs or when the opponent plays a ball against their own glass.

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Added on Apr 2, 2026

How To Kick Smash The Ball Out From Far! Tutorial & Exercises!

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Skill level

Intermediate, High Intermediate, Advanced, High Advanced

Court position

Backcourt

Secondary shot

Smash

Keywords

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