Pickleball Tournaments: During a Pandemic
Many of us have stayed at home through the entire COVID ordeal. I have been reluctant to travel or have any clinics. I decided to go to the Chicago Open Pickleball Tournament after they got approval from the governor. Flying for the first time and playing for the first time in a while was quite the […]
Practicing Your Pickleball Serve
Many people don’t spend enough time practicing their pickleball serve. So today let’s look at how to practice most effectively.
Creating Successful Pickleball Habits
Every time we strike the ball we have a decision to make. Where should we hit it? How hard? Etc. For some players these options create stress. To relieve that stress I recommend you create some pickleball habits.
Dink in the Air…Don’t Let the Ball Bounce
Almost all new players fall into one of pickleball’s biggest pitfalls…letting the ball bounce. Instead, learn to dink in the air.
Why Don’t I Play As Well Under Pressure?
From time to time a student will lament a tournament loss. They might say something like, “Why don’t I play as well when I am under pressure?”
Pickleball Posture: Oh My Aching Back!
Watching recreational play informs my teaching. I may spot fairly simple things that could significantly improve a player’s performance. One such thing is pickleball posture.
Hit to the Space….Not the Face
I was playing recently with a friend who was just back from a long lay off after an injury. I realized pretty quickly she was aiming for the players not the open spaces on the court.
Knowing When to Attack
Have you ever popped up the ball, only to have it smashed back at your partner? We feel terrible when that happens. We apologize profusely and walk sheepishly back to the baseline. It may be we just mishit the ball. Or it may be we didn’t know when to attack.
Pickleball Question: Are You Too Low?
I often work with players that seem to be trying to squat more on the court. Of course, there are times when we are in a defensive position and need to get under the ball. But my question is….are you too low?
Do You Have a Weak Backhand?
So many players come to me asking for help with their weak backhand. It is a very common challenge. But with focused practice, it can be overcome.
