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Fixing Intermediate Mistakes by Pickleball Kitchen

Barrett from the Pickleball Kitchen discusses typical errors intermediate players make and how to correct them.

The first mistake is swiping downward at floaters near the kitchen line, often resulting in the ball going straight down.

To correct this, players should step up to the kitchen line for a better angle and avoid swiping down.

Instead, they should move sideways and hit the ball from the side, like a baseball swing.

The video also emphasizes the importance of using the sidelines effectively, encouraging players to aim closer to the sidelines to create better angles and pressure on opponents.

Another key point is to vary the placement of crosscourt dinks, especially if losing a rally.

Barrett advises against smacking the ball on the third shot and suggests reducing power by 50% to improve control.

Additionally, footwork is highlighted as crucial, focusing on returning to a ready position after each shot and using small hops for balance.

Key Points:

• Avoid downward swipes at floaters near the kitchen line; step up and hit from the side.

• Use the sidelines effectively to create better angles in the game.

• Vary the placement of crosscourt dinks, especially when losing a rally.

• Reduce power by 50% on the third shot for better control.

• Focus on footwork, returning to a ready position, and using small hops for balance.

Watch the full tutorial here.

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