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Groundstrokes & ConsistencyBeginner
Better at the Baseline
10-20 min Partner Pickleballs, Paddles, Court
Setup
Both players stand behind their respective baselines, positioned across from each other cross-court or down-the-line.
Drill Instructions
1) Player A serves or feeds a ball deep to Player B. 2) Players rally back and forth, aiming to land every ball in the back third of the opponent's court. 3) Maintain a steady rhythm for 10 consecutive hits. 4) Switch sides and repeat.
Goal
Complete 3 sets of 15 consecutive rallies without hitting the ball into the net or out of bounds.
Coach Tip
Keep your paddle face slightly open and use your legs to drive the ball rather than just your wrist.
Avoid
Avoid taking big, wild swings or standing too close to the baseline after hitting; stay balanced.
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