2024/05/29

Should You Be Following This Advanced Strategy??

Do You Need A Different Paddle For Different Court Positions?

If you're an avid pickleball lover, you may find yourself following your favorite pros and wondering why they break out a different paddle for each competition. Is this a practice that should be adopted if you're trying to improve, or is it simply based on personal feel?

Deciding between paddles often comes down to your playing style, and while the pros often switch paddles based on the competition, this is not a necessity to improve your game, especially if you're playing recreationally.

While paddle preference is often based on your playing style, professional pickleball players also account for the type of game they'll be playing. For example, competing in a singles match inherently requires a longer reach and more power, so using a paddle that enhances these properties should improve a player's performance. Doubles matches, on the other hand, are often played at the kitchen line which increases a player's desire for control during fast-paced rallies, thus changing the type of paddle best suited for the game.

Playing pickleball with a paddle designed to enhance your strengths is one of the most important things to focus on during your pickleball journey, so don't get too caught up in the advanced strategies the pros have to navigate during tournament play. If you're ready to make that strategic jump, though, understanding the basics is a good place to start. Continue reading on the Selkirk Blog for more info on how to optimize your paddle choice based on court positioning.

Is the AMPED Pro Air Right For You?

For 3.5 Players

Watch first reactions to the new AMPED Pro Air paddle from 3.5 players and see if it's right for you!

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For Control Players

Control players give their first reactions to the new AMPED Pro Air paddle and how it fits into their playing style.

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From Pickleball Central

Watch this quick review from our friends at Pickleball Central to see if the AMPED Pro Air is right for you.

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Defending And Resetting In Pickleball

In this episode of Soft Game Mastery with Catherine Parenteau, Catherine takes you through the defensive reset in pickleball. This shot is meant to provide you with more time to reset your feet without giving your opponent an easy opportunity to attack your return. Follow along with this quick lesson for simple ways to implement this shot into your game.

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