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Two Handed Backhand

​The two-handed backhand is the predominant backhand used for offense off the deck in PT. 

Watch in order for best understanding.

Prerequisite - Tennis Backhand Footwork

Also: Grip used in following PT demonstration videos

1 - Footwork
Video demonstrates applications of open, neutral and closed stances during platform tennis points.

Common to all is the need topcoat the back foot & transfer weight from the back foot to the front through impact, driving up through the front leg to generate power.

2 - Contact Point
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Inside frame of body - even with or slightly behind belly button. Not out in front of body. 

3 - Swing Path
​The most effective shots are hit from a high point and driven downward at opponents. The swing path is still essentially low to high like in tennis (to create topspin) - but it is an abbreviated version with the swing starting with the paddle face up around the trailing armpit. The finish is then up over the front shoulder. 

4 - Using Screens 
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5 - Limitations from Deuce Side
Rock back. Slide back foot forward. Push up off front foot. 

Limitations
The following is the recommended order for adding elements to your serve
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