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Backhand groundstroke

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Develop a reliable backhand for low balls, blocks, and resets.

What coaches agree on

  • As soon as you see the ball heading to your backhand, turn side-on and take the racket back early, guiding it with your non-dominant hand gripped on the throat of the racket.
  • Hold a continental grip for your backhand, the same grip you use for your forehand and volleys.
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  • Shift your weight from your back foot onto your front foot as you step forward into the shot.

Common mistakes

  • The wrist takes over for power instead of the arm and shoulder driving the shot with the wrist held firm, which shows up most when a player reaches for the ball too early instead of moving their feet into position.
  • The chest and shoulders open up to face the net too early, before or during contact, instead of staying sideways through the finish.
  • Low balls from the back get sliced out of habit instead of hit flat, which makes the ball float and cuts down on the next shot options.
The Padel Backhand
Beginner

The Padel Backhand

Coach's take: Clear, accurate breakdown including the two faults most players make.

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Find YOUR Padel Grip! Padel Technique!
Beginner

Find YOUR Padel Grip! Padel Technique!

Coach's take: Clear, credible grip coaching - continental, the left-hand adjust, pressure timing, and a wall drill. Covers the nuances, no shilling.

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