Physical Education

Guidelines regarding grip

Regardless of which grip you choose, these guidelines apply:

• Keep the grip loose
• If you are experiencing unusual trouble with a certain stroke, try adjusting the grip a bit
• Play a game that best fits your grip-allaround game for shakehanders, a forehand attacking game for penholders, blocking game for seemiller grippers. But feel free to make an exception if you so dare.
• If you are just starting out, have your grip checked out by a coach or a skilled acquaintance. Bad habits are hard to unlearn.
• Use the proper paddle for your grip. This shouldn't be too hard, but attempting to use shakehands on a japanese penhold paddle can be hazardous to your health.