It’s something most of us are programmed to do – particularly as we first enter the sport and before we learn the nuances of the softer shots. We want to learn how to hit a pickleball harder. We want to blast it “down-the-line” and by our opponents. Regardless of where it lands on the court, […]
When, Why and How to Reset in Pickleball
Reset. It’s, admittedly, one of the more difficult concepts to execute on the pickleball court – from both an execution standpoint and a mental mindset standpoint. The reset requires, not only “soft” hands, but also a putting-aside-of-the-ego with the understanding that placement is frequently more important than power. We do this by making sure we […]
The Flamingo – Balance, Counter-Balance & Attack!
Creating offensive opportunities and executing on these opportunities is a skill/mindset that is absolutely necessary to be successful on the pickleball court. It’s no longer a matter of just waiting for your opponent to make a mistake. Being able to take a “neutral” ball and generate sufficient fire-power that puts your opponent on the defensive […]