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Simplify curving overhead shot technique.

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🏆 #1 Takeaway - How can I simplify adding spin to my overhead shots?
Focus on preparing with the edge of the racket and hitting the side of the ball to impart spin, allowing the ball to curve and bounce low.

What Your Guru Thinks

This lesson from the coach is quite interesting if you are working on your overheads and want to add spin. The coach provides a practical tip to simplify hitting a shot similar to a vibora, focusing on racket preparation to get that tricky curve. Understanding how to make the ball bite and curve can give your overheads a new dimension. It's a good approach if you want to use spin without overcomplicating the technique.

With this tip your cuchilla will be curving like a frisbee!
Audience: High Intermediate|Advanced
Skill Level:
70%
Primary Shot: vibora
Play Style: Offensive
Court Position: none

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skill-high-intermediate skill-advanced style-offensive shot-vibora

Keywords

Vibora Overhead Spin Technique Bajada

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