Speed-up slowly?

Paul from Pickleball Daily
May 20, 2025

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Mastering off-speed attacks in pickleball with Jack Munro

Elevate your offensive game with the newest strategy in pro pickleball: the off-speed attack, expertly explained in today's video.

This video breaks down how to use slower-paced shots to disrupt your opponents' timing and force weaker returns.

The key is to maintain a similar preparation as a regular speed up, but with a softer wrist motion.

Avoid decelerating, as it reduces control.

Off-speed shots are most effective when targeting the angles down the line, and the video emphasizes setting up these attacks with a few full-pace shots first.

Remember, off-speed attacks aren't guaranteed winners, so be ready for your opponent's response.

Key Points:

Maintain a similar preparation to a regular speed up, but with a softer wrist motion.
Avoid decelerating, as it reduces control.
Target the angles down the line.
Set up off-speed attacks with a few full-pace shots first.
Be ready for your opponent's counterattack.

Watch the full tutorial here.

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