Five Mistakes Beginners Make in Pickleball

TLDRAvoid these five common mistakes that beginners make in pickleball: taking big swings, hitting out balls, returning short, lack of communication, not retreating after a pop-up. Learn how to improve your game and avoid these errors.

Key insights

🎯Take shorter, compact swings on volleys and third shot drops to minimize errors.

🌟Avoid hitting the ball out and practice judging the height of the ball for effective shots.

🗣️Communicate with your partner on every shot to avoid confusion and improve teamwork.

🚶Retreat quickly after hitting a pop-up to give yourself more time and space to react.

Don't make the mistake of taking big swings at every opportunity, as it can lead to errors and give your opponents an advantage.

Q&A

Why should I take shorter swings in pickleball?

Taking shorter, compact swings allows for better control and reduces the chance of errors.

How can I improve my communication on the pickleball court?

Communicate on every shot, even if it seems obvious, to avoid confusion and build good communication habits.

What should I do after hitting a pop-up in pickleball?

Immediately retreat to give yourself more time and space to react and make a better defensive play.

Why is returning short balls a mistake in pickleball?

Returning short balls gives your opponents an opportunity to be more aggressive and put you on the defensive.

How can I avoid hitting the ball out in pickleball?

Focus on judging the height of the ball and practice your shot selection to avoid hitting the ball out.

Timestamped Summary

00:24Mistake #1: Taking big swings, especially on volleys and third shot drops. Take shorter, compact swings for better control.

02:20Mistake #2: Hitting out balls. Avoid hitting the ball out and practice shot accuracy.

03:58Mistake #3: Returning short. Return the ball deep to give yourself time to get to the kitchen.

08:32Mistake #4: Lack of communication. Communicate on every shot to avoid confusion and improve teamwork.

10:32Mistake #5: Not retreating after a pop-up. Retreat immediately to give yourself more time and space to react.