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Ben Johns is the most underrated athlete in pickleball. This is a singles drill but it highlights Ben’s footwork and explosive movement. By forcing the player to only hit forehands from both sides of the court, you’re putting them in the uncomfortable position to create space when there isn’t much time to do so. You can see the aggressive pushes and you can hear the squeaks of the tiny adjustment steps. Once Ben is set, he can then explode into the ball while realizing he needs to recover for the next ball.
Ben’s ability to create time and space with these tiny adjustment steps is also what separates him in the doubles game. His footwork is off the charts. When you’re in position, you can then make magic happen with the paddle.
