Using your two-handed backhand at the kitchen

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This video, by Connor Garnett Pickleball, focuses on mastering the two-handed backhand, also known as the "TUI" shot, at the kitchen line.

It delves into various aspects of this powerful shot, crucial for elevating your pickleball game.

The video introduces the "TUI Side Spin Dink," designed to push opponents wide with a compact backswing and body lean for power.

It then covers the "TUI Top Spin Dink," a similar shot but with a perpendicular paddle face for pushing opponents off the line and adding lift.

Connor also explains "Off-the-Bounce Speed Ups," highlighting the seamless transition from dinking to speeding up due to having two hands on the paddle.

Finally, the video provides insights into effective countering techniques, emphasizing the use of the second hand for added power on outside shots and a one-handed block for balls in front.

Key Points:

  • TUI Side Spin Dink: Push opponents wide with a compact backswing and body lean.

  • TUI Top Spin Dink: Push opponents off the line and add lift with a perpendicular paddle face.

  • Off-the-Bounce Speed Ups: Seamlessly transition from dinking to speeding up with two hands on the paddle.

  • Countering: Use two hands for power on outside shots; one-handed block for balls in front.

  • TUI Dink Effectiveness: Forces opponents to pop up softer balls, creating aggressive attack opportunities.

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