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On Saturday, the topic discussed was the volley padel. One of the most used blows in our sport because it allows us to gain the psychological advantage over our opponents. Whether it is of attack or preparation, it is a blow which is very different according to the moment, the height and the place of impact.
"At padel, it is forbidden to make a mistake on the serve, on the return, and on the first end! ”
This exclamation will allow you to build your match as well as your points. The first end, what does that mean? This can be immediately after the service, or during the point. You realize a bandeja or a smash, the next end is considered as the first end. It must always enter the field, if you apply this rule, your game will be more efficient.
This technique is the one we use for forehand and backhand volley, precisely.
The moment comes during a point, where you gain the upper hand over your opponents. You manage to get them out of their comfort zone and you can finally give your ball more rhythm. What to do ?
Varying typing speeds allows you to access all stages of play and point preparation.
A slow ball with a quasi-neutral effect will allow you to place the ball with precision and above all will give you time to replace yourself correctly in the net between two shots.
A medium speed ball will be done with the basic volley technique but adding effect at the moment of striking. This will allow you to continue the preparation, to be always precise, but to vary the rebound of your balls as well as the depth. Here it will be necessary to accelerate the footwork to regain position more quickly.
Finally, the fastball will be used when the hole is created. This flight must be followed by getting a little closer to the net.
Getting the ball right is important for the rest of the point. How to choose the best direction? It depends on a large number of factors and above all it depends on each one. But, depending on where you hit the ball, it is safer to play towards such or such zone:
The preparation of your points involves organizing your flights. Do not rush. Take the time to move your opponents forwards, backwards, to the sides, have them play in front of them or behind them, with the windows etc ... you will become much more precise in your game and the result will not be long in coming . Give your volley curves, do not play them all in a straight line, be cuddly with the ball, do not try to hurt it each time you touch it, and above all learn to let your pala work.
Last advice: Find the correct net waiting position. A good comfort zone allows you to volley properly, cover angles and avoid lobs.
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