The topspin lob can be a great weapon against an opponent who crowds the net. Although it looks like a tough shot to execute, with the proper mechanics it’s a snap. If you’ve ever seen a bowler follow through with his throwing hand over his head, you’ve learned the secret to the topspin lob. To hot the shot, start with your racquet head below the level of the ball prior to contact. Then swing up and through the ball, lifting your racquet head straight up, immediately after contacting the ball. That will create enough lift the get the ball over your opponent’s head and impart enough topspin to bring it down inside the court. So remember, a bowler when you hit a topspin lob and you’ll bowl over your opponent the next time he or she rushes the net.
