Welcome to Episode 87 of the James Ignatowich Show. In this episode, James talks about how important it is to find (and leverage) your strengths in pickleball — rather than focusing on your weaknesses. Plus, how your forehand shot can improve your game, including: some strategies for maximizing your forehand return, the advantages of playing on the left side of the court, effective dinking techniques to set up a forehand shot, and why anticipation and movement are important in executing a successful forehand.

Welcome to Episode 86 of The James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James talks about how to expose your opponent's weak backhand shot, including targeting their backhand during returns, maximizing your opportunities, and why shorter pickleball shots can create aggressive angles against backhands. James will share his screwball serve and how it can be a game-changer against weak returns, plus how pickleball court geometry is crucial for strategic play.

Welcome to Episode 85 of the James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James gives his final thoughts on PPA Rate Championships, including his gameplay and strategy of the different players. He also explains how, when watching professional tournaments, rec players should watch and adapt techniques from the pros, including shot speed, positioning, and serving techniques. Plus, strategies you can work on at your local court, including the significance of depth and angle, the dynamics of forehand vs. backhand shots, and the importance of communication and strategy in doubles play.

Welcome to Episode 84 of the James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James talks about the increasing use of the two-handed backhand in pickleball and how you can execute this shot, including the importance of body positioning, grip, and technique. James also talks about recent pro pickleball tournament experiences where driving the ball is becoming more common, adapting to new trends in pickleball, and his commitment to providing consistent coaching content.

Welcome to Episode 83 of the James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James talks about pickleball strategy, including: improving your dinking, the importance of topspin, and how to (effectively) speed up the game. Plus pickleball playing tips, like how to drive the ball effectively and maintaining a low stance for better performance. James also talks about being a professional pickleball player and how he loves to connect with fans.

Welcome to Episode 82 of the James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James talks about the importance of drilling in pickleball — but REALISTIC drilling that closely mimics actual game scenarios. He goes over some common pickleball drilling practices that will not help your pickleball game, and also offers new drills to enhance skills, like volleying and resetting. By focusing on game-specific techniques, players can improve their performance and develop better habits on the court. James also shares insights on improving your other pickleball skills, including focusing on dinking techniques, the importance of maintaining a low stance during drives, and the effectiveness of crossbody attacks.

Welcome to Episode 81 of the James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James talks about joining Major League Pickleball at Central Park in New York City. He also discusses the evolution of pickleball, strategies that are helping shape the game, and the influx of all the new young players in the sport. Plus, playing strategies: the importance of offensive and defensive lobs, techniques for putting away overhead shots, and adapting while playing with different partners.

Welcome to Episode 80 of the James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James talks about the two most important shots in pickleball: the serve and third shot drop. Hitting a hard serve can generate a missed return by your opponent and set up an easier third shot drop. He also discusses the role of right-side players to be more aggressive and speed up the game, the effectiveness of cross-court speed-ups, and the challenge of getting out of the way of a hard shot aimed at your right shoulder. James also shares his experiences playing at the PPA Las Vegas.

Welcome to Episode 79 of the James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James recommends what you should look for in a pickleball paddle. Choosing the most powerful paddle that you can (comfortably) control will help you develop proper technique and shorter volley swings, improve your soft game, and prepare you for playing at higher levels. Control paddles will always have their place in pickleball, especially for more advanced players, but you should consider a power pickleball paddle if you want to get improve your pickleball game. James also mentions his pickleball clinics, including one in Atlanta led by Dylan Frazier.

Welcome to Episode 78 of the James Ignatowich Show! In this episode, James talks about the PPA Las Vegas Pickleball Cup and game strategy, including: the importance of making the ball bounce in the middle when on defense, the drive-drop combo strategy, and the success of speeding up shots closer to the sideline. Plus, the controversy (and many opinions) about whether we should be de-weaponizing the serve in pro pickleball.