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If you could go back in time, learn these lessons first
Paul from Pickleball Daily
March 24, 2026
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Tip of the day
The secret to reaching the kitchen line consistently is not power, but creating a specific dip on your third shot.
By swinging at about 70% pace and using a low-to-high motion, you force opponents to hit up on the ball, simplifying your next move.
Rather than only brushing the back of the ball for spin, try brushing the sides to improve footwork efficiency and add deception to your game.
Only speed up the ball when you have prepped early with your paddle and placed your back foot firmly behind the point of contact.
Targeting the middle of the court is an effective way to shrink the available angles for aggressive opponents and anticipate their returns.
Advanced players often use a pivot drop step to create space at the kitchen, allowing them to wait for the ball's apex before attacking.
When your partner is hitting a drop, float forward and read the shot quality to decide whether to crash the net or retreat defensively.
Winning firefights requires short and compact swings that allow you to reload quickly for the next volley rather than following through too far.
The teeter-totter effect suggests that if your opponent’s paddle drops low, you should prepare for a high ball, and vice versa.
Consistent improvement comes from taking these techniques into dedicated drilling sessions rather than just playing competitive games.
Key Points:
Focus on creating a dipping third shot at 70% power to reach the kitchen safely.
Incorporate side-spin to increase your deception and reduce the need for excessive movement.
Speed up only when your feet and paddle are fully prepped behind the ball.
Use middle dinks to limit your opponent's ability to hit sharp offensive angles.
Maintain short, compact strokes during fast volleys to ensure you are ready for the next shot.
Deal of the day
Meme of the day
Ruthless! 🤣
That’s it for today! As always, thank you for reading. 🙏
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Happy pickling,
Paul