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Elevate your pickleball IQ and dominate the court by understanding what smart players always prioritize: court positioning, a crucial concept expertly explained in today's video.

This video, by John Cincola, breaks down the fundamentals of "balancing the court," emphasizing how the non-hitting partner's movement is just as vital as the hitter's.

It explains the four basic movements: moving forward, backward, closer to your partner, or further away, and the five key rules smart players follow to maintain optimal positioning.

The video highlights how proactive movement, based on your partner's shot and the opponent's position, allows you to anticipate and react more effectively, leading to easier shots and a more dominant net presence.

Key Points:

  • Balance the court: Proactively move based on your partner's shot and the opponent's position.

  • Lateral movement: Stay close to your partner to protect the middle.

  • Forward/backward: Move forward on offensive shots, hold or move back on defense.

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Happy pickling,

Paul