court lore 01 here’s what i wish i knew before 5.0…
this actually helped me improve faster, not just hit cooler shots.
what’s something you wish you knew earlier? 👇
PICKLEBALL SHOTS BROKEN DOWN 👇
2H backhand drive: Use this shot when you are well planted and have enough time for a powerful swing.
2H backhand drop: Use this shot when you want to transition forward to the kitchen.
1H backhand drive: Use this shot when you wanna look really sexy. Just kidding, use this shot when you need more reach and want more power.
1H backhand slice: Use this shot when you need a defensive shot to buy yourself some time.
Forehand topspin drive: Use this shot when you are well positioned and want to apply pressure.
Forehand topspin drop: Use this shot to arc the ball to your opponent’s feet so you and your partner can come up to the kitchen.
Forehand Slice: Use this shot to float the ball in a linear path and have the ball skip on the ground with backspin.
Forehand Topspin Lob: Use this shot to hit over your opponents and peel them off the kitchen line.
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👉 Follow @edjupickleball and @corielliott.pb if you want more detailed tips on how to hit each shot.
👟: Cuurt Pickleball Court Shoes
🏓: CRBN⁴ TruFoam Barrage