FOLLOW-THROUGH
The length and direction of the
follow-through dictate the pathway
of the ball (short, deep, cross-court,
etc.). Keep your head still at the spot
of the contact point and accelerate
through the ball while gently biting
down on your bottom lip. I am
using my non-dominant hand for
counterbalance, which allows me
to remain sideways and continue to
gain momentum moving forward,
without getting spun out of control
by the speed of the swing. This is the
second checkpoint in the swing.
TRANSITION
I try to stay relaxed until the end
of the follow-through and let my
arm slow down on its own. My head
is still balanced in the same spot, but
my eyes are now looking forward
as I am trying to anticipate the next
shot. The focus is on the swing
pattern/movement of my opponent.
Follow the path of your approach/
return to put yourself in the best
position to cover both angles of the
passing shot after the split step. •
Irina Tereschenko is a topranked
pro and four-time Pro
Major Champion and SickTRX
Legend. Team: Paddletek and
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JUNE/JULY 2020 | MAGAZINE 37