Welcome to our Pickleball Strategy and Techniques section! Here, we offer expert advice on serving techniques, dinking, shot placement, slowing down / speeding up the game, and playing as a team. Our section is designed to provide you with all the information you need to know to take your Pickleball game to the next level. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, our section has everything you need to know to improve your game. So, come on in and learn all about the techniques and strategies of Pickleball!
Dominate the Right Side in Pickleball: Seize Control Pickleball doubles strategy often centers on which side of the court you play. For too long, the right side has been labeled “defensive” or “less aggressive.” Today, we are setting the record straight and showing why you can dominate from the right side in pickleball. This article…
Blocking Fast, Hard Dipping Drives at the NVZ I still remember the first time I faced an opponent who drove the ball so fast and low that it practically grazed the net tape before zipping toward my feet. My forehand reflexes kicked in, and I swung at it, only to pop it up for an…
Faster Pickleball Dominate the Court Faster pickleball is reshaping the game, and players must adapt with smarter strategies, not just quicker hands. While the pace of play has accelerated with new paddles and aggressive third shot drives, knowing how to handle faster pickleball means learning when to speed up, when to slow down, and how…
Pickleball Doubles Plays: Elevate Your Team Game Pickleball Doubles Plays: I’ve been around team sports my entire life. I’ve coached basketball, baseball, and football, and one of my favorite parts of those sports was designing plays that took advantage of our team’s chemistry. Then I stumbled upon pickleball and realized something: if we can run…
Pickleball Middle Shot: The Definitive Guide to Who Should Take It In doubles pickleball, nothing spurs more confusion and heated sideline debates than deciding who covers the middle. One moment, you see an easy ball floating down the center. The next, both partners pull back, letting the shot sail cleanly for a winner. This scenario…
Patterns in Pickleball: Predict & Conquer Opponents with Percentage-Based Strategies This weekend, I attended the PPA event in Texas and watched pro pickleball players Ben Johns and Gabe Tardio join forces. Normally, Ben Johns is best known for his impeccable dink and drop consistency. However, in this partnership, he shifted gears, driving more often and…
Pickleball Grip Pressure: Mastering Power and Control Achieving the right pickleball grip pressure can change your entire game. A relaxed yet purposeful hold on the paddle boosts your power, refines ball control, and even helps you avoid overuse injuries. In this in depth guide, we’ll explore what grip pressure means, why it matters, and how…
Easy Dinking: Master Controlled Shots for Winning Pickleball Rallies I used to think that easy dinking in pickleball looked downright simple, almost silly, before I ever set foot on the court. Then I tried dinking against higher level pickleball players. In a flash, I understood why it’s considered one of the hardest shots to master:…
Pickleball Positioning: Mastering Footwork, Balance, and Team Synergy Pickleball Positioning can instantly take your game from scattered defense to cool, calculated control. Yesterday, I watched AJ and Jenn prove this point perfectly when they triumphed at the Paddles for a Purpose charity tournament, walked away with gold medals, and taught us all how critical proper…
Defending the Lob in Pickleball: Strategies to Turn the Tables I recently had a humbling experience in a DUPR match. I’m a big guy with limited mobility due to old foot injuries, and my partner shares similar challenges. One opponent quickly capitalized on that by launching a series of precise lobs that left us scrambling….