Should I Switch Hands When Playing Pickleball?

Is It OK To Switch Hands?

There’s not simple answer, that’s why I created this week’s video, to show you when it’s OK and when to stay away.

Here’s a few blog posts that answer some similar questions regarding hands and paddles:

How Important Is Your Non-Dominant Hand In Pickleball?

Have you experienced a tennis elbow? Are you trying to add power to your groundstrokes? If so, the answer may be your non-dominant hand. Check out this post: Your Non-Dominant Hand and Its Importance

Where Should I Hold My Paddle?

Instead of focusing on keeping your paddle up I want you to focus on two things:
1.  Maintaining a neutral posture which faces the ball, and
2.  Tracking the ball with your paddle.
Let’s review each of these: How to Keep Your Pickleball Paddle Up!

Are My Hands In The Right Place?

I find many students spend too much time focusing on the little things….specifically their hands, wrists, and elbows.  Instead, we should focus on our shoulders and hips.  By utilizing our full range of motion, we expand our strike zone… Here’s a post that focuses on increasing your pickleball strike zone: 3 Keys to Increasing Your Pickleball Strike Zone

Am I Using The Proper Pickleball Grip?

There are three grips most people use when playing pickleball. None or right or wrong.  But understanding your options, their pluses and minuses, may help your game, check out this post: Get a Pickleball Grip

Pickleball Serve Selection for Everly Skill Level

Pickleball Serve Selection for Every Skill Level

Your pickleball serve is the only moment in a match where you have total control over the ball. It’s your opening statement. When you step behind the baseline, you aren’t just starting a rally. You’re setting the tone for the entire point. A weak serve invites a punishing return. A

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Stop Hitting Pickleball Bounce Serves - Lesson

Stop Hitting Bounce Serves: Build a Real Weapon Instead

If there’s one shot I see under-practiced across the board, it’s the serve. Yet your serve is the foundation of your entire game. It’s your opportunity to start the point on your terms, generate pressure, and even win some free points. But too often, players treat it like a formality—just

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ATP - Around The Post - Tip

Mastering the ATP: It’s Easier Than You Think

The “around the post” shot, or ATP, used to be a rare move—especially in the women’s game. I remember when I started playing, it was almost never used. Now, it’s a staple. And honestly, it’s not as difficult as people think. Here are my top three tips to help you

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