table tennis glossary
What is a Push in Table Tennis?
A push is a defensive shot played close to the table, usually with backspin. Used to neutralise short low balls that can't be attacked. The bread-and-butter defensive shot.
Example in a match
Your opponent serves short with backspin. You push it back short, also with backspin. Neither side can attack from this exchange.
Table Tennis scoring with Volley
Volley scores table tennis with all the standard rules built in. Pick the sport at match setup, name your sides, and tap to score. Volley applies the rules from there — including the ones that involve "Push".
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Frequently asked questions
What is a push in table tennis?
A push is a defensive shot played close to the table, usually with backspin. Used to neutralise short low balls that can't be attacked. The bread-and-butter defensive shot.
Does Volley handle push automatically?
Yes. Volley's table tennis scoring engine handles every standard rule including push. You don't have to track it manually — pick the sport at match setup and Volley applies the rules.
Where can I learn more table tennis terms?
The full Table Tennis glossary is at /table-tennis-terms-glossary, with 20 of the most common terms explained.