Drop shot mastery

Paul from Pickleball Daily
September 09, 2025

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Consistency in Drop Shots by Josh J Pickleball

This video focuses on improving the pickleball drop shot with a player named Jen.

The key coaching points covered are hitting the ball during "phase four," when the ball is descending after its bounce.

For body mechanics, players should minimize extra body movements, get the paddle below the ball, and push through the shot.

The video also stresses the importance of timing, noting that a player should be in position and ready to hit the shot as soon as the ball bounces.

Another tip is to avoid a long backswing, instead using a short paddle head drop and swinging directly through the ball.

At the end of the video, Jen discusses what she learned, noting that understanding "phase four" has helped with her consistency and made the game feel slower for her.

The coach also provides a tip on shot selection, suggesting that when your partner serves, you should drive the ball straight ahead.

Conversely, when you serve, you should drop the ball back to the person who just hit it.

Key Points:

Hitting Phase: Hit the ball when it is descending after its bounce.
Body Mechanics: Minimize extra body movements and push through the shot.
Timing: Be in position and ready to hit as soon as the ball bounces.
Paddle Takeaway: Avoid a long backswing and use a short paddle head drop.
Shot Selection: Drive the ball when your partner serves; drop it when you serve.

Watch the full tutorial here.

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