Overhead smash secrets

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Paul from Pickleball Daily
October 15, 2025

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The overhead smash is a shot that should win the point every time, but it is often an overlooked liability for many players.

The process begins with recognizing the lob, which can be predicted by watching for an opponent to drop their paddle head or by considering the context of play, such as when they are off balance.

For positioning, the player must immediately turn their dominant foot back, combine it with a shoulder turn, and raise the non-dominant arm to point at the ball in a "trophy position."

The ideal contact point is one where the player could hypothetically catch the ball with their non-dominant hand before striking it.

The swing involves passing the dominant shoulder forward with light grip pressure and accelerating the hand through the contact point, ensuring movement back to the kitchen immediately after the strike.

For targeting, players pushed deep must use a powerful smash down the middle and then close on the next ball, while those taking a short lob closer to the net should use a sharp angle to win the point outright.

Key Points:

  • Recognize an incoming lob by watching the opponent drop their paddle head.

  • Turn your dominant foot back and get into a "trophy position" to prepare the body.

  • The goal is to catch the ball with your non-dominant hand at the ideal contact point.

  • Smash deep lobs down the middle to set up the next shot.

  • Use a sharp angle only for short lobs taken closer to the kitchen line.

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