VolleysIntermediate

Hand Battle Practice

10-15 min 2 1 pickleball

Setup

Both players stand at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) line directly across from each other. Place a cone in the center of the kitchen as a neutral target.

Drill Instructions

1. Start a cooperative rally using only soft dink shots. 2. Aim to land every ball within the kitchen, varying your height and pace. 3. Focus on moving your feet into position before the ball bounces.

Goal

Maintain a continuous 20-shot rally without hitting the net or landing outside the kitchen lines.

Make It Easier

Allow one 'mulligan' bounce or ignore the sidelines to focus purely on clearing the net.

Coach Tip

Keep your paddle face out in front and use a controlled lift from the shoulder, not the wrist.

Make It Harder

Move the rally cross-court and require players to hit specific targets in the back corners of the kitchen.

Avoid

Avoid taking big backswings; keep your motion compact and quiet.

Listen to your Coach

Miles will walk you through this drill.

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