Unforced errors and questionable tactical choices are exactly what keep amateur players from reaching the next level.
In her latest breakdown, pro Mari Humberg highlights five common strategy blunders that plague recreational play and offers simple, actionable fixes that do not require a professional-grade vertical or a 100-mph serve.
It's pickleball strategy made simple. And you'd be wise to take some notes.
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- Dialing Back the Heat on Drives The first mistake Mari identifies is the tendency for players to treat every drive like a home run derby .
There is a common misconception that a drive must be hit at 100 percent power to be effective. However, swinging with everything you have makes it incredibly difficult to keep the ball in the court. Mari demonstrates this by launching a few balls toward the back fence, proving that even for a pro, maximum effort often leads to minimum control.
The fix is surprisingly simple: aim for about 70 to 75 percent power. By taking a little bit of pace off, you can focus on keeping the ball low and targeting your opponent's hip level.
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A ball traveling at 70 percent speed that actually lands in the court is infinitely more dangerous than a rocket that hits the fence.
It is about finding that sweet spot where the ball still has enough zip to pressure the opponent without becoming a liability for you.
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