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Defensive sky lobs by ThatPickleballGuy!

Today’s video introduces a unique technique known as the "sky lob," designed to help players win points they might otherwise lose.

It's a strategy for when you're in a defensive position, such as being at the baseline while your opponents are at the kitchen.

Instead of attempting to hit a perfect drop shot from a disadvantageous position, hit a sky lob.

A sky lob—a very high shot—forces your opponents to hit an overhead and back when moving backward.

This can potentially give you a chance to return to a more favorable position.

The video emphasizes that hitting a sky lob when off balance or in a tricky spot can be a smart move, allowing you to live to see another point.

The aim is to eventually return to the kitchen line, leveling the playing field.

Key Points:

• Use the sky lob when you're in a defensive position to give yourself a chance to reposition.

• Ideal when off balance, pulled off the court, or facing a difficult return.

• Hit the ball high into the air to force opponents into an overhead shot.

• The goal is to return to the kitchen line to neutralize the opponent's advantage.

• Sky lobs can turn defensive situations into offensive opportunities.

Watch the full tutorial here.

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