When to volley dink and when to let the pickleball bounce
When players first learn how to play pickleball, many are taught that a dink must bounce. So many new players think that if there is a dink hit to them, they have to let it bounce. But that’s not a rule. According to the USA Pickleball rulebook, you are allowed to take a dink out of the air, provided you are not standing in...
Strengthening your calves and knees for pickleball
When playing any sport, but especially pickleball, you need a strong base to help you make the powerful moves necessary to succeed on the court. So, it’s important to take time off the court to develop the muscles in your legs and glutes. Doing so not only improves your on-court efforts but also ensures that your back and knees are protected from undue strain. ...
Using the third shot drop to earn optimal court position
Everyone who plays pickleball knows the importance of the third shot drop. This shot, which is completed on the third shot of the game, lands in your opponent’s non-volley zone to allow you and your partner to advance to the kitchen line. But in high-level pickleball, it’s not enough to solely execute a third shot drop. You need to place the third shot drop...
