Paddle Techniques and Best Uses

Front

Shoulder to Chest

Back

0-15° (flat), Swift and firm movement, Offensive high shots

Front

Chest to Belly Button

Back

15-30° (slightly open), Flat or concave paddle, Strike zone control

Front

Belly Button to Below the Net

Back

30-45° (moderate open), Top spin, slice, Adjusting for floating balls, driving shots

Front

Below the Net to Knee

Back

15-35° (crosscourt), Top spin, slice, Crosscourt or general shots with control

Front

Knee to Feet

Back

15-45° (open), Firm grip, crosscourt or down the line, Low shots, maintaining control and precision