Setting Up Swift Nets For Indoor Play
It is important to know how to assemble and take down the Swift Nets. They are very easy to assemble and take down if done properly. It usually takes a couple of minutes to do it right. The instructions are in the net bag or you can watch the 1:45 minute video by clicking on:
When you take down a Swift Net make sure the Velcro center strap is closed and the net cord at each end is secured. When it isn’t, the net gets all tangled up and hard to unroll. Proper assembly and removal will increase the net life and prevent injury.
Thanks to Susan and Haley Abelman for providing this great link for kids and beginner Pickleball players
A Kid's And Beginner's Guide To Pickleball
Very good article by Sarah Ansboury on things to focus on while playing and encouraging your partner
Here's an excellent video on Advanced Third Shot Strategies by Simone Jardim
Here are some great tips from USAPA Pickleball
Check out these Pickleball Quick Tip videos from Pickleball Channel
Pickleball Channel Quick Tip Videos
Having trouble with your backhand? Yvonne Hackenberg can shed some light on this with slow motion video:
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Here’s a good tip from Sarah Ansboury on why hitting the ball while moving doesn’t work as well with pickleball as it does in tennis:
Here’s some great information on the 3rd shot by Prem Carnot. The First Commandment of the 3rd shot is …………………?? Go check it out~!! It may not be what you think it is:
The 3rd Shot’s First Commandment
Prem Carnot, renown author and instructor was here in Hiawassee for a couple of days at the end of 2017 meeting and playing with us. Prem is one of the top pickleball instructors in the world and does many boot camps and clinics around the country. He’s good enough at this that many of the top pros come to him for advice and guidance. That’s why he’s known as “The Pickleball Guru”. You can subscribe to his emailings and podcasts for free at:
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