The 3 Shots That Win 70% of Points in Pickleball

The counterattack cancels your opponent's attacks. The deceptive speedup ends rallies in your favor. The strategic third shot gets you into the kitchen where you belong.

Not all pickleball shots are created equal. Just three shots decide roughly 70% of the points you'll play. Master these, and you'll win more games, play with confidence, and start outsmarting opponents you used to struggle against.

Enhance Pickleball breaks down exactly what these shots are and how to hit them like a pro.

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1. The Counterattack: Your First Line of Defense When bangers start attacking you relentlessly, you can't just float the ball back and hope for the best. You need to stop their momentum with a solid counterattack.

The counterattack is all about speed and precision , not power. Here's what separates an effective one from a weak one:

Keep your motion compact and concise . A big swing slows you down and kills your accuracy. Use a firm wrist and grip to absorb your opponent's power rather than generate your own. Position your paddle at net height in your ready stance so you don't have far to travel. One sneaky technique, "paddle shading," can give you a huge edge. If your opponent is hitting from a wide angle, they often can't go cross-court without the ball sailing out. So shade your paddle toward the middle and assume they'll attack down the line. You'll cut their ... FULL ARTICLE FOUND ON: https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/the-3-shots-that-win-70-of-points-in-pickleball/