Serve. Dink. Dominate: A Skill-Building Guide for Every Pickleball Player

Consistency with basic shots can be your biggest competitive edge. Here’s a breakdown:

Serving:

• Aim deep to the back third of the court.

• Use a consistent toss and follow-through.

Dinking:

• Keep it low and soft.

• Target the opponent’s backhand.

Volleys:

• Stay compact.

• Use a blocking motion rather than swinging.

Drop Shots:

• Practice the third-shot drop—it’s crucial for leveling the playing field.

Master these four shots, and you’ll win more rallies with less effort.