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Over and Under
Standard paddle ball play involves striking the ball from any necessary direction to keep the momentum going. Players may strike the ball so that it moves under a leg, arm or other object in their play space in order to impress onlookers. Likewise, hitting the ball over the head of a spectator or between two facing watchers offers a chance for the user's showmanship to shine. Of course, paddle ball players should take care to avoid striking their audience as this would have the opposite effect.
Reverse
The thought that the paddle always strikes the ball stands as one of the most commonly accepted rules of paddle ball. Advanced players can turn this rule on its head by grabbing the ball during play and swinging the paddle back to it. This requires a steady arm in order to keep the illusion that the toy's momentum and direction remains unchanged. In reality, the hand holding the ball pushes the paddle away from the ball instead of any perceived momentum coming from the ball itself. This trick requires quite a bit of practice as grabbing the ball in flight increases the difficulty of the maneuver.
Ramp It Up
Shorter and weaker paddle ball string offer a greater chance to hit the ball. More experienced paddle ball players should experiment with the length and strength of their rubber strings. Longer strings require more arm movement and greater muscular strength in order to keep pace with a shorter ball, but also provide a much more impressive feat for onlookers. Paddle ball players should put their whole body into their movements, striking the ball in a variety of methods similar to other sports. Baseball swings, faked basketball layup shots and other imitations of popular games serve to keep the audience interested in the player's performance.