How to hit consistent drops

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Paul from Pickleball Daily
September 05, 2025

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This video provides a pickleball lesson focused on improving the consistency and effectiveness of drop shots.

The instructor, joined by a student, shares three key tips for hitting clean and controlled drops.

The most crucial aspect of a drop shot is hitting the ball cleanly with the sweet spot of the paddle.

The video outlines three ways to get a clean hit: proper movement, focusing, and simplifying your motion.

The video also compares hitting a drop shot to putting in golf, explaining that you can hit the ball with a low, more aggressive line or a higher, less aggressive line.

What's most important is controlling the pace of the shot, which is only possible if you hit the ball cleanly.

The video concludes by reiterating that focusing on hitting the ball cleanly and controlling the pace is more important than worrying about other aspects of technique.

Key Points:

  • Clean Hit: Prioritize hitting the ball with the sweet spot of the paddle.

  • Ways to get a clean hit: Move properly, watch the ball, and simplify your motion.

  • Pace Control: Focus on controlling the pace of the shot.

  • Simplify: Avoid complicated, wristy, or large movements.

  • Final Tip: Focus on hitting the ball cleanly and controlling the pace.

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Paul