How to Hit a 3rd Shot Drop in Pickleball

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  • @Warren_L.
    @Warren_L. 11 місяців тому +158

    Just wanted to say, as an enthusiastic beginner (my wife says "obsessed"!), I've watched a LOT of pickleball videos from a lot of different creators. For me, yours are the best. Very clear explanations (even when they include Newtonian physics!), very helpful tips, things I can really apply (or at least try to!) in my next game, and fun video editing. Thank you very much!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому +3

      Absolutely! Thanks for the kind words.

    • @karenk5472
      @karenk5472 11 місяців тому +11

      I agree 100%! His videos are the BEST

    • @ehlai1676
      @ehlai1676 11 місяців тому +3

      This will be $70/lesson with some drills, with a non pro in Naples, FL

    • @charlieyokomoto8610
      @charlieyokomoto8610 11 місяців тому

      😱 😊😊😊😊😊😊

    • @cherylr.8914
      @cherylr.8914 9 місяців тому

      I agree!

  • @johncraig7548
    @johncraig7548 11 місяців тому +58

    Your videos are by far superior. Thanks for really taking the time to explain.

  • @jameshenderson4205
    @jameshenderson4205 3 місяці тому +5

    Hi, I’ve just turned 68 and have been playing pickleball for a very short time. I have been searching UA-cam for the basics and tips and techniques to help me understand the game more and hopefully help me improve. Your explanation and demonstration of shots are excellent which makes it a lot easier to understand. Thank you for posting these instructional videos. Playing sports is all about having fun, you certainly capture that.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  3 місяці тому

      Glad they are helpful and you enjoy watching! Have fun out there!

  • @dannycarollo546
    @dannycarollo546 10 місяців тому +26

    Kyle I’m also a certified instructor, I just watched this video of the third shot drop and it’s almost identical to the way I teach. You’re extremely gifted teacher, your knowledge of the game, your explanation breaks it down basics. But lastly you can tell you love teaching, it’s your gift! This is my first time seeing you on video but I’ll definitely be adding you in with the others. I was very blessed to become friends with Simone Jardim I was able to get private lessons. Tony Roig another friend that I think does a wonderful of the game. So I’m adding you to the list and I’ll be passing this on to my students! Great job!

  • @AlKu-kq9iz
    @AlKu-kq9iz 11 місяців тому +110

    Light grip: pretend holding a live bird. Just enough pressure so it won’t fly away but not too tight to choke it

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому +4

      Oo i like that!

    • @MorphousInfinity
      @MorphousInfinity 9 місяців тому +4

      What if my name is Lenny? 😢😂

    • @wolf-xf6hf
      @wolf-xf6hf 9 місяців тому

      Bro I came here to comment exactly this. Are you a fellow card mechanic or just heard it somewhere else

    • @jennifernguyen9600
      @jennifernguyen9600 8 місяців тому +4

      what kind of bird? swallow or ostrich?

    • @patriciomartinez6330
      @patriciomartinez6330 8 місяців тому

      Vager Vance used the same analogy for holding a driver.

  • @tombarca100
    @tombarca100 11 місяців тому +10

    3 weeks into pickleball--your videos are great. Especially doing things like L1 L2 L3... makes it easy to remember. Keep them coming. I"m a tennis player, but loving the similarities AND differences with my new sport!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому

      Fantastic! Glad its helpful. Thanks for watching

  • @nadiacretzman90210
    @nadiacretzman90210 2 дні тому

    Giving us other examples to really understand what you’re saying like the cornhole sand bag was seriously a game changer and so helpful! Thank you!!

  • @arizonakaren
    @arizonakaren 7 місяців тому +4

    I've been working with a coach, and drop shots from the baseline and mid court have been so difficult. Everything you're demonstrating in this video is consistent with what my coach is doing, but your tips, along with the added visuals, are immensely helpful. I have a tennis background, and backswinging is a hard habit to break. Thank you for making this video.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  6 місяців тому +1

      Thats awesome your working with a coach. And thanks for the kind words.

  • @kathleenvitello6233
    @kathleenvitello6233 8 місяців тому +1

    Wow! great explanations. I like that you broke it down into several component parts AND
    defined what a third shot drop is. Thank you.

  • @eha11oran
    @eha11oran 11 місяців тому +12

    Thanks for the pointers. I think you said it right about grip pressure - if you hold the grip tightly the paddle acts like a springboard. If you hold it loosely it acts more like a trampoline or bed. The ball stays in contact with the paddle face longer and so you have more control.

  • @steveillman1095
    @steveillman1095 11 місяців тому

    Love the graphics.
    Great explanation. Thanks

  • @user-cc6fg1xn2x
    @user-cc6fg1xn2x 11 місяців тому +3

    Great video. Your explanations are right on. Thanks

  • @korinneemi2732
    @korinneemi2732 11 місяців тому

    Omg youre whole intro 🤩👏 literally taking the words out of my mouth that i tell my Introduction classes!! Get out of my head!
    And keep making great videos!! Great articulation, makes so much sense for me!

  • @MrLouisjB
    @MrLouisjB 9 місяців тому

    Great tutorial. Thanks.

  • @kelleyheiland5863
    @kelleyheiland5863 8 місяців тому

    Good stuff ,, very helpful . Can always pick up something I can use .

  • @catherinevelazquez5940
    @catherinevelazquez5940 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for being very thorough. Great video!

  • @arjunnath2896
    @arjunnath2896 11 місяців тому +1

    This is the perfect 3rd shot video ever made! I have watched a million of them!! Thank you

  • @nmac2439
    @nmac2439 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for the video, Kyle. I'm a huge fan. I'm only about 2 weeks into playing Pickleball and working on implementing your tips. Today, I used your punch technique with much success!! I was hitting the ball out a lot initially, and today the punch shot worked like a charm. Thanks again!!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому +1

      Fantastic!! yeah that's one that can really help early on.

  • @jeffreinardy7570
    @jeffreinardy7570 10 місяців тому

    You keep it direct, with great remedial paddle actions that make sense. New guy but your videos are the best, Keep them coming!

  • @buddhstyle
    @buddhstyle 4 місяці тому

    Finally, good quality content that has definitions and clear examples. Very well done my friend.

  • @shalpher844
    @shalpher844 11 місяців тому +1

    Again, fun and informative with good, actionable tips. Keep it up! Also, love seeing you on the Arizona PBL!!!

  • @deanmay338
    @deanmay338 11 місяців тому

    Exceptional instruction. Thank you!

  • @miatafunrun3078
    @miatafunrun3078 5 місяців тому

    Great instruction and the animation showing the ball trajectory adds so much value to understanding. Subscribed!

  • @robertwray6004
    @robertwray6004 11 місяців тому

    Best step-by-step re 3rd shot drop technique I've seen. Grazie!

  • @michaelgreenia1890
    @michaelgreenia1890 6 місяців тому +1

    Great video!! Thanks!

  • @pickleballer555
    @pickleballer555 6 місяців тому

    These are wonderful instructions and illustrations! Thank you!

  • @jeffhogan2766
    @jeffhogan2766 7 місяців тому +1

    Been playing about a year and a half and this is the best pickleball video I've ever watched! Thank you so much

  • @shanec4441
    @shanec4441 2 місяці тому

    Great instruction. 👍

  • @TeenaSuzuki
    @TeenaSuzuki 11 місяців тому +1

    Great video! Now to practice what you preached. LESS IS MORE. Three little words that I struggle with on the PB court. Thanks!!

  • @thomasfl1
    @thomasfl1 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for the video! Excellent explanation.

  • @paininthepatoot
    @paininthepatoot 11 місяців тому +3

    Great video. Liked a number of points but especially where you explain what a successful drop is ( opponent has to hit up on the drop).

  • @spark4719
    @spark4719 2 місяці тому

    I have been watching the 3rd shot drop over and over again. It helps me to clearly understand the third shot as a beginner. Thank you!

  • @lisanlin9955
    @lisanlin9955 11 місяців тому

    Excellent video. Looking forward to the suggested drills.

  • @terilearned3794
    @terilearned3794 6 місяців тому

    Kyle, your videos are truly wonderful. You explain things so well, very thorough and detailed to help us really get what you are saying. And you are also very entertaining too! Thank you. Keep up the great work.

  • @user-ye8xz4xj3q
    @user-ye8xz4xj3q 11 місяців тому +1

    Great point by your aide. I have been trying to figure out what the arc of the ball should be on a drop shot and have never been able to find a definitive answer. Now I know the apex should be on my side. Thank you thank you.

  • @Samrb1
    @Samrb1 10 місяців тому

    Great video and detailed instructions, thank you!

  • @recuerdos2457
    @recuerdos2457 3 місяці тому

    Thanks so much, this video has answered so many of my questions:) and your explanations are top notch 🏅

  • @michaelcarney8530
    @michaelcarney8530 10 місяців тому

    clearest explanation of TSD technique I've seen. Thank you!

  • @BethNSethCares
    @BethNSethCares 10 місяців тому

    so informative and inspiring.. thank you for sharing ; - We love pickle ball

  • @edburgler5161
    @edburgler5161 11 місяців тому

    What a fun and very informative video. Keep them coming.

  • @joysonmenezes2158
    @joysonmenezes2158 11 місяців тому +4

    As always, great tips!
    Could you make a video on your Pball journey as a beginner to Pro?

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому +3

      I need to do more stuff on this! I agree. Its in the works

  • @ShawnMarieMcKinley
    @ShawnMarieMcKinley 11 місяців тому

    Going to practice this in the morning 🙏☮️Thank you

  • @sparktheflame102
    @sparktheflame102 11 місяців тому

    Great video! Thank you for sharing!

  • @zachfriedman7321
    @zachfriedman7321 2 дні тому

    Grabbing the paddle tightly limits your ability to move your wrist and elbow joints, since a tight grip requires you to forcefully contract all the muscles in your arm that might possibly move those joints. Moving the paddle with a tight grip gives you more of a punching motion, one where all the movement occurs at the shoulder, as opposed to an elegant swinging motion, one using the wrist, elbow, and shoulder. A punching motion is great when hitting something with a fist, but it is nowhere near as accurate as a swing when you're using a paddle to hit a ball. The explanation for that difference in accuracy comes from a field (physics) separate from mine (exercise science).
    Thumb this up so this man gets the answer he was asking for!

  • @angeloramz
    @angeloramz 8 місяців тому

    Awesome vid! I always learn something from your vids!

  • @deepblue7771
    @deepblue7771 2 місяці тому

    Excellent video, thank you!

  • @paulinejones6095
    @paulinejones6095 2 місяці тому

    Really enjoy your videos!

  • @wiredawg2005
    @wiredawg2005 11 місяців тому

    Awesome vid, very good explanations and easy to follow.

  • @howardjuliewiley5629
    @howardjuliewiley5629 11 місяців тому +3

    That was a great instructional video on the 3rd shot drop. Your teaching style is easy to follow, clear and concise and provides an easy one, two, three model to remind us of what to remember when we are on the court drilling our 3rd shot drops. BTW, the training video doesn't pop up on the screen. I'm sure that it is coming though. 😉

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому +1

      thank you!
      And yep, coming today or tomorrow! Had to get it through editing, so week delay on that :)

  • @SailCamaraderie
    @SailCamaraderie 9 місяців тому

    Beautifully done job and super graphics too! I really like your "never lose sight of the paddle" tip.

  • @patrickgaunt7745
    @patrickgaunt7745 10 місяців тому

    Well done. Thank you.

  • @felicitymoss6783
    @felicitymoss6783 Місяць тому

    I love your videos. They are very informational and easy to understand. And FUN.....

  • @roman2011
    @roman2011 10 місяців тому

    Great breakdown. Love the graphics too!

  • @Mad_Mardigan
    @Mad_Mardigan 11 місяців тому

    This is great! Thank you!

  • @patrickmcpatrick
    @patrickmcpatrick 11 місяців тому +1

    Great info - thank you for posting! Gonna work on my third shot drop!👍👍

  • @dariensmith2833
    @dariensmith2833 21 день тому

    90 days into this great game. I really enjoy your approach and method of instruction! Thank you!

  • @estherfranco4485
    @estherfranco4485 9 місяців тому

    Great tips, thanx

  • @dnurse1910
    @dnurse1910 2 місяці тому

    This was so helpful. I've had 4 lessons and I will try out these techniques today

  • @wtang7
    @wtang7 7 місяців тому

    This is the best video I have seen about how to hit soft shot and the strategy behind third shot drop.

  • @thinkboro8378
    @thinkboro8378 9 місяців тому

    The apex comment gave me such a useful visual to work on! Thank you!

  • @S2kDude36
    @S2kDude36 5 місяців тому

    Really good video filled with useful tips and techniques!

  • @jeffs.8970
    @jeffs.8970 11 місяців тому

    Amazing video thanks 😊

  • @phyllisrosen7637
    @phyllisrosen7637 11 місяців тому

    Right on!!!

  • @Bee-of5xz
    @Bee-of5xz 25 днів тому +1

    My second time watching this, you are hilarious Kyle!

  • @libbyannstew8775
    @libbyannstew8775 Місяць тому

    Great video - you’re a gifted communicator and teacher. Thanks so much. You’ve gained a subscriber!

  • @welovetennis9151
    @welovetennis9151 9 місяців тому

    I like your video and explanation much better some video from other coaches I like the fact you actually demonstrate these shots together during talking and very clear! Thank you!

  • @carolynlamar8079
    @carolynlamar8079 8 місяців тому

    Thank you💕

  • @clintroberts1
    @clintroberts1 11 місяців тому +2

    All good stuff...a little top spin will keep the ball bouncing lower as it shoots the ball forward (an added bonus to it bouncing lower).

  • @nicolewytko3622
    @nicolewytko3622 10 місяців тому

    Great video

  • @henrydevon
    @henrydevon 11 місяців тому

    Good stuff especially the bit about the ideal apex.

  • @pannylife
    @pannylife Місяць тому

    Good video! Thanks for sharing. 👍😍

  • @VasiaLachinov
    @VasiaLachinov 6 місяців тому

    Love the 3 Ls! It gives me 3 simple things to remember when I am executing the 3-rd shot drop. And that's what I call a good teaching video! I am still not very clear how to add spin with a loose grip... But maybe those 2 things can't be done together... But maybe that is a separate topic. Great video!

  • @3.99atBest
    @3.99atBest 11 місяців тому +3

    def need that backhand drop video, don't even know what I'm doing wrong

    • @karenk5472
      @karenk5472 11 місяців тому

      I agree. My backhand 3rds are terrible 🙈

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому

      Have made a note to make that video!

  • @barbaraburica765
    @barbaraburica765 2 місяці тому

    Loved the corn hole analogy!!

  • @8246st
    @8246st Місяць тому

    ANOTHER great video. Great teacher hitting on nuances that are essential to learning, and for me, x-tennis guy, pinpointed at where I always fail (swing side to side when I should be lifting). So thanks for the.......GREAT LIFT. :).....made my mrning !

  • @g.workingman4598
    @g.workingman4598 2 місяці тому

    Great lesson!

  • @shelleybaker2358
    @shelleybaker2358 9 місяців тому

    Such a great video.

  • @texasscot6669
    @texasscot6669 3 місяці тому +1

    Your corn hole bag analogy was very illustrative.

  • @El_Guap
    @El_Guap 11 місяців тому

    Keep everything in front and compact. Great vid.

  • @Arx9845
    @Arx9845 5 місяців тому

    Thank you Kyle

  • @triciaportugal6081
    @triciaportugal6081 9 місяців тому

    Great and clear instructions in an indoor facility which makes it great for filming. So many people film outside and way to much noise.

  • @shifrah3951
    @shifrah3951 10 місяців тому

    you have a great teaching style

  • @markuspotter42
    @markuspotter42 Місяць тому

    Hey Kyle, great stuff! When you were demonstrating the top spin drop it seems like you were hitting and dropping back after the shot. Or the balance was shifting backwards after the shot. Is that intentional or do u transfer the weight forward to allow the momentum to take you forward to the NVZ?

  • @JournaloftheScotts
    @JournaloftheScotts 9 місяців тому

    I just love this video, wish everyone starting out would watch this.

  • @mikefolz3765
    @mikefolz3765 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Your videos are so informative and helpful. I've posted this before and maybe it's just happening on my browser (Safari) but whenever you point up and say click this video I never see anything appear up there. Just wanted you to know. Are you at any tournaments in or near Ohio this summer/fall? Would love to come to see you play live.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому +3

      Thanks for letting me know!! I Had to correct this on a few previous videos. I messed it up.
      On this specific video. The video I reference actually comes out in the next couple weeks! ahh. Sorry. So it will show then. UA-cam is kinda funky. sometimes. Still getting better at it.

    • @scottconger9631
      @scottconger9631 11 місяців тому

      Thanks for the clarification, I too was looking for that video.

  • @amzros
    @amzros 11 місяців тому +3

    Great explanation of 3rd shot drop. Other videos show you how to do it but not why.

  • @adamdonovan5633
    @adamdonovan5633 9 місяців тому

    FAN F*****G TASTIC!! Great demo on this shot! Very very useful.....

  • @athios55
    @athios55 4 місяці тому +1

    Great video and demonstration. Couple things I tell my students: if the swing ends above the net the ball will go over the net. I also tell students that if they consider their lower body, (the legs and hips) acts as a steering wheel, helps in direction....and hit as if there are 3 balls in a row. I also say the tighter the grip the more mass is behind your paddle...so yes, lose grip. Great stuff.

  • @nategaluza6700
    @nategaluza6700 22 дні тому

    Excellent

  • @SupThomas
    @SupThomas 11 місяців тому

    Bro just found out about APL this week. Can’t wait to watch you guys play for Season 2. Good luck!

  • @stevekille6239
    @stevekille6239 8 місяців тому

    great lesson

  • @Bee-of5xz
    @Bee-of5xz Місяць тому

    Thank you for the thorough explanation! I’m a new subscriber. Just started learning to play pickleball without any sport background. Got any tip on beginner more affordable paddle?

  • @darrell1374
    @darrell1374 8 місяців тому

    Nice info!

  • @andrewgedman1214
    @andrewgedman1214 11 місяців тому

    That Guy has lots of enthusiasm and I think it adds good flavor to the videos. There's levity with sound instruction - lots of fun. Anyway - these drop shots feel weird at first - some feel like they won't go over the net - other times it feels like you are giving them an easy shot. You really have to hit a lot of them to remove that weird feeling. With my backhand, I want to slice through the ball instead of lift - that's a bad habit I'm working on.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому

      Thanks! I like levity :) And keep working at it. It doesn't come overnight!

  • @kenlicari3040
    @kenlicari3040 11 місяців тому

    Great video, if I can only master this shot ;)

  • @fredmargolin1909
    @fredmargolin1909 11 місяців тому +1

    I find that bending my knees slightly in preparation helps the lifting motion of the 3rd shot drop when the knees are extended during the stroke. It contributes to the "touch", in addition to the light grip. Also, sometimes I find that I have to come forward quickly against a perfectly placed drop shot and for a change of pace, I perform a forehand "shovel shot" hitting the lower pole of the ball...basically a back spin that sometimes surprises my opponent who will pop up the return for my partner to put away.

  • @namlnh2258
    @namlnh2258 2 місяці тому

    which grip should we use when we to the drop shot? thanks

  • @stevecobler5274
    @stevecobler5274 11 місяців тому +12

    Loved the video the only thing that I felt was unrealistic was that the return of serve is usually deep and hard so in your video your third shot drops were made from easy returns. I would have liked to see those third shot drops being made from hard return of serves. Thanks

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  11 місяців тому +1

      Yep, did that a lot for teaching purposes. BUT, as I mentioned in the video, if you serve it harder, you will generate a lot of short returns. Which is what you want. It's a real skill to be able to return the ball deep and hard!
      But working on them from the baseline is a must for sure! Thanks for bringing it up.

  • @brucemiller8017
    @brucemiller8017 10 місяців тому

    Also, just as Warren_L mentioned, I too have watched a bunch of Pickleball videos and YOURS are BY FAR the best. Great, easy-to-understand tips and instructions. Thanks !

  • @jwon414
    @jwon414 8 місяців тому

    as a tennis player trying to break tennis habits this video was fantastic. Thanks!