The modern serve

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Elevate your serve game by learning the secrets to a modern, effective serve, as revealed in today's video featuring insights from pro player Zane Navratil.

This video explores Zane's evolution of his serve, the impact of rule changes, and his predictions for the future of serving in pickleball.

Zane shares his journey through various serve techniques.

He offers actionable tips on weaponizing your serve by taking calculated risks, transferring weight effectively, and prioritizing height and spin over precise placement.

He also emphasizes the importance of changing pace and trajectory to keep your opponents off balance.

By understanding these principles, you can transform your serve from a simple formality into a potent offensive weapon.

Key Points:

  • Timeline of serve changes: Understand the evolution of serving techniques and rule changes.

  • Weaponizing your serve: Take risks, transfer weight, and focus on height and spin.

  • Future of the serve: Vary pace and trajectory to keep opponents guessing.

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Paul