7 Simple Pickleball Tips That Will Actually Change Your Game

Here's a little knowledge nugget: just because you know how to hit an ATP doesn't mean you should go for one every wide dink you get

You know that feeling when you're stuck at a certain level and can't seem to break through? Yeah, we've all been there.

The truth is, sometimes it's not about advanced strategy; the truth lies somewhere in knowing the right fundamentals that separate the 3.5s from the 5.0s.

That's exactly what the team at Cracked Pickleball figured out after more than a decade on the court. In a recent video, they broke down seven game-changing tips they wish they'd known earlier in their pickleball journey.

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1. Aim for Your Opponent's Feet (Not the Net) Here's the thing about pickleball: most players overthink their shot placement. You're either hitting too hard and sending the ball sailing over the net, or you're hitting too soft and watching it drop into the net. It's this constant battle between power and control that drives people crazy.

Instead, try this simple mental shift: stop thinking about where you want the ball to go and start thinking about where you want your opponent to be.

Specifically, aim for their feet. This works in different situations.

During dinking rallies, hitting at your opponent's feet forces them into a decision. They either take the ball out of the air or step back and let it bounce. Either way, they'r... FULL ARTICLE FOUND ON: https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/7-simple-pickleball-tips-that-will-actually-change-your-game/