Groundstrokes and Serves (video)

[Roger#1]

Well, don't stop talking until I can get advice on where to put my camera during a match. Or is it best just do get someone to watch from the sidelines and film?

 

[drake]

I wouldn't get too worked up about filming your match play. All that's going to show is what has already been exposed along with the usual lack of footwork and prepare early comments. Personally, if someone is lacking technique, I don't need too see match play to show a players flaws (including myself) in stroke mechanics. If your seeking advise on match strategy or a rating, that's different.

 

[Roger#1]

I wouldn't get too worked up about filming your match play. All that's going to show is what has already been exposed along with the usual lack of footwork and prepare early comments. Personally, if someone is lacking technique, I don't need too see match play to show a players flaws (including myself) in stroke mechanics. If your seeking advise on match strategy or a rating, that's different.

Umm ok. Whats the point of saying that? I put a lot more effort and concentration in matches than I do in these simple hitting sessions. So no, you have no idea how my footwork will be, and my forehand is fine during matches. The one thing that still will be lacking is the backhand and I should have that down soon. Yes, the main reason for the video is to get a rating, and to show that in matches I prepare for my shots better and that these videos dont show my true potential. So if you are not going to respond to the question I asked don't say anything. Thanks man.

 

[pushing_wins]

looks like a touring pro warming up

good coordination
good unit turn
relaxed, smooth
good weight transfer
good extension

here is another lazy warmup

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCHENPERuig

 

[ryangoring]

Hey Roger#1, any more vids. I'm in the process of doing one as well.
Just to hit you up!!

 

[Cup8489]

yeah..all of your vids are gone. i wanted to see what all the fuss in this thread was about.

 

[Slazenger07]

I'd say for playing 1 year, your pretty good. Your serve is very smooth, probably your best shot. Footwork is ok. Forehand needs more core rotation and less arm, also think about uncoiling your shot by bending your knees more, none the less, good stroke mechanics. Your backhand is your weakest shot. Your grip isn't right causing you to to lead with the elbow. This is VERY common with one-handers. I believe your talented enough to think about using an extreme eastern bh grip or the very least an eastern grip and keep that elbow locked through the stroke. As it is now, your grip is more for a slice.

I agree with everything said here except about keeping your elbow locked on the one-hander, that will make your arm tense and rob you of power and control, when you are preparing your swing a very slight bend in the elbow is appropriate, at contact however the arm needs to be straight and relaxed.