Pickleball singles is not for the faint of heart. If played correctly, it can be extremely physically grueling. While less strategic in nature than doubles, singles pickleball strategy has evolved over time to play an important role in the outcome of a match.
Here are three keys to think about when adjusting your game from doubles to singles.
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- The serve is everything – go deep with the serve or go home In doubles, there is way less motivation to go for a bigger serve. Sure, bombing your serve when you’re up 10-0 or down 0-10 is less risky. Overall, most serves in pickleball doubles are point starters. In singles, having a big serve is everything. Starting the point by pinning your opponent back is a must.
I try to actively tell myself to try to miss two or three serves deep in every game to 11. Do I want to miss them? Of course not. But that is the mindset you must have when serving in singles.
Your opponent has the advantage of getting to return and come to the kitchen. Keeping them back even a half second longer with a deep serve could mean the difference between a side out and a point.
Remember that with serving, depth is key.
A lot of amateurs and even some pro players equate good serving with power. I can hit a flat serve 60 mph that lands just past the kitchen line. However, that serve is less effective than a 10-mph lob serve ... FULL ARTICLE FOUND ON: https://www.thedinkpickleball.com/3-proven-pickleball-singles-strategies-straight-from-a-pro/
