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Pickleball

Punch Volley Compact Reps

Build a short, firm punch volley instead of a full swing

8 min
5 x 15 fed volleys
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Stand at the kitchen line while a partner feeds volleys from mid-court.
  2. 2Meet each ball out in front with a short punch, paddle moving less than a foot.
  3. 3Keep the paddle face slightly open and firm on contact.
  4. 4Recover the paddle to chest height between every rep.

What to focus on

A short punch motion with a locked wrist.

Common mistake

Taking a full backswing, causing late contact and mis-hits.