The coach offers tips on effectively returning challenging serves in padel tennis. He stresses the significance of recognizing the ball’s trajectory and proper court positioning for consistent returns. The coach advises against attempting to play the ball before it hits the glass, instead suggesting players maintain a ready position with their racket down and hand slightly locked. Common errors include incorrect court positioning, insufficient space from the glass, and late preparation.
Ball machine
The coach recommends practicing with a ball machine or having a coach or skilled player serve to build confidence and repetition. The video covers techniques for dealing with low serves that hit the player, emphasizing blocking the ball back to force the opponent to make the next shot. The coach encourages viewers to sign up for a free trial of the Paddles School’s 26-exercise and drill course on their website for players of all levels.
Lastly, the coach advises against attempting difficult angles or winners when returning a serve from the back of the court, instead focusing on blocking the ball back and keeping it in play.
