Paddle Preparation: A Pickleball Key
I recently wrote about having a clear intention when you hit a shot by finishing the shot. But in fact, it all begins with paddle preparation.
How to Keep Your Paddle Up!
I am certain at some point you have been told to keep your paddle up. Someone may have even whacked a ball at you to make the point. While we all know we should keep our paddle up, we don’t always do it. Rather than pointing out your mistake, I would rather teach you how […]
Pickleball…Why You Want to Be Playing Offense
When I was introduced to pickleball I was told that is was all about defense. “Allow the other team to make the mistake…just keeping the ball in play.” Today I want to talk about the benefit of playing offense.
3 Keys to a Winning Serve
One of the things I realized early on is our serve is an extension of our entire game. You see there are three keys to a winning serve and these apply to every shot you hit.
Pickleball Truth: We all Make Mistakes
We all make mistakes on the court. However, I have learned that what matters most is not the mistake but how we learn from them.
Pickleball Intention: Finish the Shot
I often see players getting ready for the next ball too early. In fact, they do not finish the shot before they rush to pull up and get ready for the next shot.
Pickleball Strategy: Keep Them Back
One of the best things about pickleball is the two bounce rule. This rule neutralizes the advantage a server would typically enjoy by forcing the serving team to remain at the baseline, while the receiving team captures the line. So rather than rushing to the line mindlessly, I want you to think about an […]
Pickleball Skill Levels and the Challenge of Open Play
I am fairly certain that there isn’t a pickleball community that has not had to grapple with the issue of varying pickleball skill levels during open or recreational play. So here are my thoughts on the issue.
Pickleball Skill Development: Practicing vs. Playing
I realize in many communities court availability is limited. So many people would rather spend their timing playing rather than practicing. Frankly, we need to do both if we want to improve. So today, let’s talk about how we can do both.
Slow Down, Stop Shuffling
A reader recently asked why I advise people to stop shuffling. Today, I offer thoughts, observations and why I feel it is best to slow down and stop shuffling.
