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The 5th shot in pickleball requires a LOT of choices in a very small span of time. We're breaking down your options in today's episode.

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Getting injured SUCKS. And it's mostly preventable...but we don't do the things necessary to prevent it. On today's show, we chat with David Welles from The Yobow about injury prevention, and how warming up can completely enhance your game.

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Ahhh, the Cross Court Speedup. You Should NEVER do it. Except sometimes you should totally do it.

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The 4th Shot. 

Sure...the 3rd gets all the limelight, and the 5th is completely strategic.

But what of the venerable 4th? The 4th gets no respect! Today we talk about exactly what to do when you have to field a GREAT 3rd, a not so great third, and a bad third! 

Then we dig into how to counter the Shake & Bake with a great 4th. 

It's a good'n. 

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Today we are talking 3rd shots!  There used to be 1 choice for our 3rd shots....the traditional drop!  Because of paddle technology and the evolution of the game, we now have at least 4 options on how to handle our 3rd.  Have you mastered all 4? 

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Today we talk pickleball volleys...the different types, the how, what, and why, and everything else you need to know.

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In this milestone 100th episode of the 4.0 to Pro Pickleball Podcast, hosts Michael O'Neal and Mircea Morariu celebrate the growth of the show and delve into various strategies and tips to improve your pickleball game. Broadcasting from rainy Long Beach, California, and sunny Boca Raton, Florida, respectively, the hosts discuss their upcoming NPL combine in Glendale, Arizona, and share insights from recent pickleball experiences, including indoor vs. outdoor play and the importance of court positioning. They also announce their first official pickleball camp in Calabasas, CA, and interact with listener questions on topics like handling hard returns, training to split-step, and tournament mentality. The show emphasizes consistent practice, drilling, and strategic thinking as pathways to elevate your game from 4.0 to pro.

00:00 Introduction and Upcoming NPL Combine

00:39 Exploring Powerplay Pickleball in LA

01:26 The Future of Pickleball: Indoors vs Outdoors

03:31 Episode 100 Milestone and Reflections

06:49 Announcing the First Official Camp

09:14 Listener Voicemails and Questions

22:18 Overcoming Mistakes and Sharing Experiences

23:21 Strategies for Handling Hard Hitters

24:23 Pre-Serve Alignment and Footwork Tips

25:30 Adapting to Opponents' Play Styles

31:12 Tournament Strategies and Mentality

39:29 The Origin Story of the Podcast

42:33 Gratitude and Future Plans

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Welcome to another episode of 4.0 to Pro. Today, we're diving into how to let out balls go out. From pre-game preparation to on-court tactics and effective drilling techniques, we've got you covered. Let's break it down!

Before you step onto the court, it's crucial to assess your environment:

Set yourself up for success with these preparatory steps:

Keep an eye out for these key elements:

Improve your skills with these drill ideas:

Remember, sometimes taking one for the team early in the game can pay off later!

That's all for today's episode. Practice these tips, and you'll see improvement in no time. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share if you found this helpful. See you on the courts!

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