How to fix this? "Returns: always run up to the net after hitting the ball". I agree but when I got up to the kitchen line then they lob the ball over my head as a 3rd lob ball, instead of a 3rd drop shot. How can I deal with it?
This is good. Your opponent is making a defensive play which opens up a potential attack by you. If they are successful and push you back to the baseline work your way back up. Getting to the line always makes it harder for your opponent.
If the opponent is always lobbing you after you return serve and approach to the net, there are two tactics you can try: 1. Change up your return. You may be giving your opponent too much time by hitting a high return or deep, slower-paced return. Try to hit the return differently, either with a lower powerful drive, or maybe even a short touch shot landing near the kitchen. Variety is key to keep your opponents guessing. 2. You can also try stopping in the transition zone (zone between baseline and kitchen line). If you slow down in this area for their third shot and they are lobbing, there is a chance you'll be able to hit a strong volley or overhead. Since you've already returned, you can hit this shot out of the air. Avoid letting it bounce if they return it to mid-deep court, and try not to lean on your heels. From there, approach the net. If opponents lob frequently, try to make them uncomfortable. If they are hanging back, keep the ball short. If they are right on the net, try to make the ball bounce near their feet instead of letting the ball stay in front of them. Hope this helps!
@@pickleballwarehouse you are absolutely right on #1. I return a high deep ball near their baseline so I can have time to run to the kitchen. They got push back so they lob the 3rd ball. I guess they won't be able to do a good 3rd shot drop over the net, so they lob over my head. Thank you for your tip #2. I'll remember it and apply it to win more points when they lob. Thank you.
@@heavenlypickler Most often a deep return solves this problem. Rarely do you want to lob from behind the baseline. The court is only 44 feet long. Because of this, your opponent has to hit the lob high when hitting from the baseline, which should give you time to recognize the shot and hopefully make them pay for it. Which means, work on your overhead so that they regret their decision!
So true, Jim. That's why we call it "working our way to line." Hit our shot, move forward if not yet at the line, then get set for our next shot. Thanks for your comment!
You mention 10:37 a.m. in a couple of your videos, but then you refer to the lefty equivalent as being 1:37 p.m. Actually, the equivalent would be 1:23 p.m. Both are 83 minutes off noon to either side. You might want to correct this going forward. Otherwise great videos.
Hi Hunter, thanks for your comment. I know how much fun it is to just blast from the baseline. Unfortunately, in doubles you can't play winning pickleball at any decent level from the backcourt. Your options decrease the further from the net you are. The team at the Non-Volley Zone line has a massive advantage. Singles may be more to your liking as you will hit many more drives. Yet, the same principle applies - you have to move in to win.
@@timbuwick yeah Ik for the pro games or like near the advanced levels or whatever to be at da net is better but I love the game I just like to be at da base line way back way with my buddy and me and him have the best Time so much spin and we’re wasting the ball so many ways to spin the ball I really like when I get the chance to do a moon ball sent it so high in the air I put spin so it curves right a little in da air way up and down and on the bounce to the right :)
I love this guy…best p-ball tutorial videos out there!
Hey Max, thanks for the kind words. I hope these videos are helping to elevate your game!
Very good tips. I just completed a post tournament self-assessment and several of these points are on my list. Thanks Tim!
Thanks for the feedback, D. Please keep me posted on your progress!
Great advice ! Totally makes sense ! Thank you !!!
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How to fix this?
"Returns: always run up to the net after hitting the ball".
I agree but when I got up to the kitchen line then they lob the ball over my head as a 3rd lob ball, instead of a 3rd drop shot. How can I deal with it?
This is good. Your opponent is making a defensive play which opens up a potential attack by you. If they are successful and push you back to the baseline work your way back up. Getting to the line always makes it harder for your opponent.
If the opponent is always lobbing you after you return serve and approach to the net, there are two tactics you can try:
1. Change up your return. You may be giving your opponent too much time by hitting a high return or deep, slower-paced return. Try to hit the return differently, either with a lower powerful drive, or maybe even a short touch shot landing near the kitchen. Variety is key to keep your opponents guessing.
2. You can also try stopping in the transition zone (zone between baseline and kitchen line). If you slow down in this area for their third shot and they are lobbing, there is a chance you'll be able to hit a strong volley or overhead. Since you've already returned, you can hit this shot out of the air. Avoid letting it bounce if they return it to mid-deep court, and try not to lean on your heels. From there, approach the net.
If opponents lob frequently, try to make them uncomfortable. If they are hanging back, keep the ball short. If they are right on the net, try to make the ball bounce near their feet instead of letting the ball stay in front of them.
Hope this helps!
@@pickleballwarehouse you are absolutely right on #1. I return a high deep ball near their baseline so I can have time to run to the kitchen. They got push back so they lob the 3rd ball. I guess they won't be able to do a good 3rd shot drop over the net, so they lob over my head.
Thank you for your tip #2. I'll remember it and apply it to win more points when they lob. Thank you.
@@heavenlypickler Most often a deep return solves this problem. Rarely do you want to lob from behind the baseline. The court is only 44 feet long. Because of this, your opponent has to hit the lob high when hitting from the baseline, which should give you time to recognize the shot and hopefully make them pay for it. Which means, work on your overhead so that they regret their decision!
Find different people to play against ..
Could recommend a paddle for an advanced beginner ? Thanks
A solid paddle at a reasonable price is the 16mm Ektelon Inferno. Head and Babolat also have good all-around paddles at an attractive price point.
@@timbuwick Okay Tim thanks for helping
Get to The line if you have time. If they are hitting the ball and you are moving then you are an easy target.
So true, Jim. That's why we call it "working our way to line." Hit our shot, move forward if not yet at the line, then get set for our next shot. Thanks for your comment!
You mention 10:37 a.m. in a couple of your videos, but then you refer to the lefty equivalent as being 1:37 p.m. Actually, the equivalent would be 1:23 p.m. Both are 83 minutes off noon to either side. You might want to correct this going forward. Otherwise great videos.
And this is exactly why I teach pickleball & not math. Thanks for the nice catch...and thanks for watching!
I believe, I practice, run to the kitchen is overrated!!!!! I know what I am taking about!!!! As a legit 3.2 !!!
I don’t like dinks and volleys I like to be way back and just putting so much spin on the ball
Hi Hunter, thanks for your comment. I know how much fun it is to just blast from the baseline. Unfortunately, in doubles you can't play winning pickleball at any decent level from the backcourt. Your options decrease the further from the net you are. The team at the Non-Volley Zone line has a massive advantage. Singles may be more to your liking as you will hit many more drives. Yet, the same principle applies - you have to move in to win.
@@timbuwick yeah Ik for the pro games or like near the advanced levels or whatever to be at da net is better but I love the game I just like to be at da base line way back way with my buddy and me and him have the best Time so much spin and we’re wasting the ball so many ways to spin the ball I really like when I get the chance to do a moon ball sent it so high in the air I put spin so it curves right a little in da air way up and down and on the bounce to the right :)
@@timbuwick I like this game and ping pong and tennis and bad Miton and volleyball I love the net games
@@timbuwick pickle ball is my fave so many things to do in it