Points to look for:
- The player is continuing to watch the ball right up to the point of contact, in order to make sure he can adjust to any changes in the ball's movement.
- The player has reached down towards the ball, with his elbow higher than his hand, and his wrist cocked down. This will increase the amount of forearm and wrist snap the player can achieve, and will increase the amount of speed and spin the player can put on the ball.
- The free arm has moved a little to the player's left to help maintain good balance.
- The players left foot has gone around the side of the table to allow the player to reach the ball comfortably, and still be able to push himself backwards after making the stroke.
