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The Backhand Backspin/Sidespin Serve - Side View

By Greg Letts, About.com

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End of Follow Through

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End of Follow Through

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The ball is crossing the net, and the player has finished his follow through.

Points to look for:

  • The ball is going low over the net, a sign of a successful serve.
  • The shoulders are straightening up, causing the free arm to begin to rise.

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