Do You Struggle With Paddle Angle?
Today I want to dive into a fundamental aspect of pickleball that can greatly impact your game: paddle angle. It might seem like a small detail, but trust me, it plays a significant role in your performance. Whether you’re hitting the ball low, high, or somewhere in between, the angle of your paddle is your […]
The Biggest Pickleball Backhand Mistake
Today I’m diving into one of the most common and significant mistakes I’ve noticed among pickleball players. Surprisingly, many players either unintentionally fall into this trap or, even more surprisingly, intentionally adopt this detrimental habit. Let’s break it down. Picture this: players on the court hitting shots with their elbows flaring out, causing […]
Pickleball Etiquette: Navigating Courts and Calls for a Safer Game
Greetings from Palmetto Dunes, my home club in beautiful Hilton Head, South Carolina! If you haven’t been here, you’re truly missing out. Today, I want to talk about some crucial etiquette tips, especially when you’re at a bustling facility like this one. As you can see, our club has a mix of courts with […]
The Art of Line Calls in Pickleball: Know When to Call ‘In’ or ‘Out’
Today, I want to share a crucial tip regarding line calls, especially for those who might be new to tournaments or pickleball rules. Understanding these rules is essential for fair play. Let’s start with the basic concept of whether a ball is in or out. The rules define this based on whether the entire ball […]
Master Your Pickleball Power Shots: Tips from Sarah Ansboury for Improved Net Clearance and Precision
I want to address something that I see happening quite frequently on the pickleball court – how we strike those power shots. Whether it’s a high forehand or a high backhand, many players struggle to control these shots, and the ball often ends up in the net or sailing way past the fence. Let’s dive […]
Perfecting the Backhand Baseline Slice: Tips and Techniques by Sarah Ansboury
One thing I notice with new students, when they are attempting a forehand slice, is they open up their bodies too much and creates a pulling motion which decreases power, flow and accuracy. Here’s what you should be doing… Let’s dive into some tips for perfecting your backhand baseline slice. Whether you’re at the […]
Serving Position – Pickleball Quick Tip with Sarah Ansboury
This weeks tip comes from the many different questions I get about what position should I be in when I serve, or how should I be standing. I cover a few scenarios, what to do, and what to avoid… I often get asked about the ideal serving position on the pickleball court. In my opinion, […]
Master Your Pickleball Grip: Avoiding Mistakes & Improving Consistency for Better Gameplay
Today, we’ll talk about grip changes in pickleball and how to avoid common mistakes that can lead to tennis elbow and errors during gameplay. Check it out… Many players change their grip without even realizing it, especially when switching from a forehand to a backhand. When this happens, you might end up with […]
Top 3 Pickleball Tips for Direction Change
Today we’re talking about Direction Change. I see this happen a lot, it’s obvious when you’re going to change direction. So your opponents absolutely react to that, today I will cover 3 of my favorite tips to help you change the ball direction without being obvious. First thing that’s important when you are […]
5 Biggest Myths In Pickleball
Understanding the game leads to better play and more love for the game. This week I wanted to cover the untruths or myths that I hear and see on a daily basis, get these 5 things right and I guarantee you will improve your game and have more fun playing pickleball… Myth Number […]
