Never Miss Long: Close the Paddle Face (Laser Cue)

Summary

Universal Rackets’ laser cue: the only difference between sailing long and landing in is often paddle face. Open face → long; closed face → in.

Pretend a laser shines from the center of the paddle — point it where you want the ball, not at the sky. Think face angle before grip debates.

Key takeaways

• Long misses are often open faces, not “too much power”
• Close the face / point the laser at the target
• Fix geometry before you swing softer

Action items

• On every long miss, freeze and check face angle first
• Hit 15 balls with an exaggerated closed face, then dial to depth