Scissor-kick smash
A jumping smash with a scissor action of the legs, for balance on a ball that is slightly behind you.
Quand le jouer
On a lob that is going over you. When you cannot get fully under the ball.
Comment le jouer
Turn side on and push off the back foot. Swap the legs in the air as you swing. Land on the front foot.
Erreurs fréquentes
Trying to smash hard instead of placing the ball. Landing off balance.
Règles de ce coup
Questions
Le coup scissor-kick smash est-il autorisé au padel ?
Legal under Rule 14b as long as the ball bounces in their court before it touches their glass or mesh (Rule 13g). Touching the net or posts with your racket or body during the point loses it (Rule 13a).