Are You Having Fun Playing Pickleball?
After a 7 month layoff, I have played in a few tournaments. I had a lot of fun! But as I watched some of the players competing I had to wonder if they were having fun playing pickleball.
How Should We Watch the Ball
I find a lot of people become hyper-focused on the ball. Like a horse with blinders or a dog chasing a ball. So today let’s think about how we should watch the ball.
Be Pickleball Smart: When You Are Overpowered
Have you ever been in slam fest and wondered, “How did I get here?” Or been passed by a solid groundstroke down the line? You have to play smart when you are overpowered.
You Can Practice More Efficient Court Movement
My students often comment that it seems the best players are able to cover the whole court but move less. The key is learning efficient court movement.
How Do You Leave one Pickleball Partner for Another?
I reader recently asked if there was a considerate way to leave one pickleball partner for another. That is a great question! And I think it is a very good topic for this week’s post.
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?”
