These 5 Pickleball Beginner's Mistakes Are Ruining Your Game

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  • čas přidán 24. 05. 2024
  • Are you struggling to win pickleball games as a beginner?
    These 5 pickleball beginner's mistakes are crucial for you to know then!
    You are probably making these pickleball mistakes and they are causing you to lose points.
    So here are 5 of the most common mistakes most pickleball beginners make and how you can avoid them to win more games!
    Timestamps:
    00:00 5 Mistake Beginners Make
    00:51 Mistake 1: Serving & Stepping In
    02:20 Mistake 2: 3rd Shot Drive
    05:00 Mistake 3: Being Sporadic at the Kitchen Line
    06:33 Mistake 4: Taking Big Swings
    08:22 Mistake 5: Being Close Minded
    10:14 Bonus: Low Paddle Position
    12:04 Challenge
    12:39 Recap: 5 Pickleball Mistakes Beginners Make
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  • @mediumdun18
    @mediumdun18 Před rokem +594

    As pickleball has become more popular YT has been inundated with "experts" trying to make their mark . I'm an intermediate player trying to get better and am embarrassed to admit to how many hours I've spent watching how- to videos 🙂. I stumbled on your channel and it stands head and shoulders above the noisy fray. No click bait or tiresome catch phrases anywhere......instead succinct real world tips presented in a very relatable fashion. I'm sure you are as nice a guy as you present yourself. So glad I found your channel and wish you great luck. I'm subscribed and can't wait to see your future content. Can't thank you enough

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +52

      Wow!
      Thanks so much for the encouragement. It means a lot. I too have spent a lot of time watching youtube videos to improve. I'm not an expert. I'm just playing a ton, studying the game, and asking other pros a TON of questions when I see them at tournaments. The game is like Chess. So many ways to play. I just want to present what I've learned along the way, and what I'm still learning, and have fun at the same

    • @jazzdad52
      @jazzdad52 Před rokem +20

      I SO AGREE! I’ve watched hundreds of videos by many great PB players, this ie the first of yours that I’ve watched. You are THE BEST at explaining, then actually showing a clear example. I mean THE BEST! Lots of other CZcamsrs should watch your videos to learn how to make a video. Oh yea, and learn great strategy for playing PB.

    • @w.jamesconley5433
      @w.jamesconley5433 Před rokem +6

      I agree - great comment

    • @markberkow2070
      @markberkow2070 Před rokem +5

      Nice explanation of the 5-6 mistakes beginners make and continue to make. I see it all the time in rec play and it drives me nuts when adjustments aren’t made after helpful advice is given. Transition zone play is another pet peeve of mine with many only playing there or just rushing to the NVZ without knowing what kind of shot is coming to them. Keep up the great videos.

    • @corpgurl
      @corpgurl Před rokem +11

      Great tutorial. Can you share tips on best serving techniques, please?

  • @nicolekesselring3398
    @nicolekesselring3398 Před 10 měsíci +30

    I like the humor in this tutorial. Also the fact that you don't have a ton of extra talking, you just get to the point. I played for the first time yesterday and was horrible... so hopefully these will help!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před 9 měsíci +2

      Keep playing. You'll get better fast!
      czcams.com/video/JGMLn68RZS8/video.html
      This video, which has some similar teachings, will give some additional teachings on how to improve fast!! Hope it helps :)

    • @conchitasofia
      @conchitasofia Před 2 měsíci +1

      That's exactly what I was trying to say, "no extra talking."

  • @ishtarluesby5269
    @ishtarluesby5269 Před rokem +29

    A video on team coordination, communication, and positional strategy. Would be much appreciated.

  • @reallyjustagame
    @reallyjustagame Před rokem +8

    After watching this video and the 7 Shots video a couple times, I went out to play, and I played much better. No exaggeration. My partner and I won all the games. I remembered to serve and stay, kept the paddle ready, held the kitchen, and made my serves count. I am not a new player, I have been playing for about a year. The other team, that we play with weekly, commented on my improvement and said that of all the players they know they think I have improved the most. Your videos are really helping me!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem

      That is so cool to hear!! SO glad the videos are helpful!
      Thanks for sharing. More videos coming soon!

    • @K1OIK
      @K1OIK Před 7 měsíci

      Using that idiotic term, kitchen.

  • @terigiese1322
    @terigiese1322 Před rokem +63

    I am a very fit female living in a 55 plus community that has a HUGE Pickleball interest.Teams and competitions!Your channel is EXACTLY what I need to get some skills going to start playing myself.Time to get outta my comfort zone and try something new!👏🏻🙏🏻😎

  • @markyoung9
    @markyoung9 Před 7 měsíci +28

    Excellent teacher, gets straight into subject without superfluous conversations to audience. Lots of concise information and instruction. Subscribed!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před 7 měsíci

      Thanks and for the support! Stay tuned for the coming contents.

  • @CurtPrice
    @CurtPrice Před rokem +63

    Good stuff... and so true.
    I was telling someone the other day who was fairly new to the game that one of the hardest things to train yourself to do in pickleball, is to NOT hit balls that are going out. Training yourself to lay off the higher hard ones and let it sail long, is a GREAT skill to master.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +3

      Its true. Im still learning to do this one well!

    • @LoriMcB13
      @LoriMcB13 Před rokem +3

      I agree! So hard to let them all go!! Instinct is to hit the ball!

  • @ruftotherescue
    @ruftotherescue Před 11 měsíci +23

    This video is AWESOME!!! I watched it last night and then played doubles this morning. I have only played regularly for the last month. Prior to that, I had played about 5 times in the past 2 years. I pick up sports quickly, but I also pick up bad habits when I teach myself. I played so much better using your tips. I really wanted to play well because I played at a client's house. She has her own court. I really would like to be asked back to play because her friends are all good pickleball players and a lot of fun. You helped me secure a future spot on her court because they were really happy with my skill level. I definitely kept up with them. Your tip about keeping the paddle up where the top is approximately at shoulder instead of down by my hips was SO HELPFUL. It totally changed my game. That tip and holding strong at the Kitchen made all the difference in the world. I scored so many points at the Kitchen because of your tips!

  • @DanielRoPhotos
    @DanielRoPhotos Před rokem +34

    Love this video! Recently starting playing pickleball (have a tennis background) so I can relate to the mistakes you mentioned here. I want to add my personal opinion related to Mistake 5, being close minded and accept feedback. Instead of asking random people who can be better than you, take a few lessons with a pickle ball coach, is a better approach to identify your weaknesses and you will be practicing with the instructor to get better there. This approach requires an investment of course but asking people all the time will give you too many feedback, is like watching too many youtube videos about pickle ball, suddenly you don't know where to start. For example, I was making mistake number 1, serving and stepping in, an instructor told me about it and then I work on serving and staying behind, I practice this drill without the ball before a game (and a few other drills with the paddle) just to get in the habit and let the muscle memory kick in.
    One more thing I would like to add on is that just playing hours and hours of pickle ball won't help much to overcome weaknesses of some of these mistakes, you need to spend time with drills before or after a game (it doesnt have to be hours, I take 10 mins before a game to remind myself of some drills) usually when you play is for fun in the beginning building bad habits that are difficult to change in a year. When you play tennis, you need lessons to get better but I think that with pickle ball since is easier to progress, we tend to avoid deliberate practice.
    I would love to see more videos on "Drills to improve [X] by yourself"
    Thank you again for this video.

  • @NativeMainer53
    @NativeMainer53 Před 6 měsíci +7

    I have been playing for 5 years, these tips you provided are great reminders. As often happens people tend to forget the little things and lose points. You videos are well presented with tips, humor and recommendations for improvement. I wish you well on achieving your goals.

  • @carlacooke3715
    @carlacooke3715 Před rokem +3

    Just played for the very first time yesterday, at a beginner clinic! This video is so great, just like so many commenters have said. I can’t wait to watch more of them and learn this cool game little by little!! Thank you!!

  • @snapdoc
    @snapdoc Před 8 měsíci +4

    Your “beginner” was terrific!

  • @juliaduong7975
    @juliaduong7975 Před rokem +6

    Love love your videos Kyle! Would you be able to do a video on mastering the 3rd shot drop? 😊 excited to try all your tips!

  • @reemalin
    @reemalin Před rokem +5

    Great video. Been playing about 3 months and watched quite a few channels and appreciate how organized and to the point your presentation is. Picked up at least two mistakes i make eg not standing firm. Thank you!!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +1

      Oo wow. Awesome. Thanks for the encouragement. Will keep trying to make futur videos that way!

  • @user-kc7rp3hn9c
    @user-kc7rp3hn9c Před 9 měsíci +1

    Love this video! Fun to watch and good tips for beginners and players like me who have been playing for a while but still makes beginners mistakes!

  • @sandylikethebeach7489
    @sandylikethebeach7489 Před 10 měsíci +6

    So glad I found you! Me & hubby are brand new & you are going to be our online coach! You give easy, clear, target advice. You give true, beginner level advice, as well as advanced teaching, that goes directly to actual mistakes all beginners make, and that is where you start your training, and save the more advanced tips for later-I appreciate that. The basics. I can learn the scoring, switching server sides, ect, later. I need to understand what my purpose on the court is( meaning what is pickle ball?), and how I should hit the ball when, and to what purpose. I need pickle ball for dummies version, to start-lol! I look forward to learning a solid foundation and then moving up in knowledge. Thank you!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před 10 měsíci +1

      Thanks for the kind words. Glad its helping. If you haven't watched this video yet, watch it next. I think it's one of my better ones for beginners! - czcams.com/video/JGMLn68RZS8/video.html

  • @everbard3071
    @everbard3071 Před rokem +9

    Poor Danny… he thought he volunteered to assist with a pickleball lesson, but he unwittingly came to his own roast.

  • @polyglot8
    @polyglot8 Před 10 měsíci

    I'm over 60 and I haven't played yet, but I've been checking out instructional clips on CZcams in anticipation, because I woman I met on a dating site asked me to play. I basically come from the Table Tennis world, but have also played tons of Racquetball, as well as Tennis, Squash and Badminton, all in organized leagues when I lived in Europe. And finally, when I lived in Spain, I played Pádel, which is played by millions and Spain, and is similar to Pickleball, but with banking on the side and back walls (i.e. no out of bounds) and without the "kitchen."
    On the positive side, this is one of the most useful videos for beginners I've seen so far. Congrats! On the negative side, I'm sorry to say I'm still in the "close minded" camp so far. It seems to me from the many clips I've seen (even up to pro level), Pickleball suffers from the same problem as Racquetball - not enough variation in the way rallies are constructed and points are won.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před 10 měsíci

      thanks for the comment. Definitely agree. Variation is a good thing.

  • @karenmcgeoch8433
    @karenmcgeoch8433 Před rokem +1

    I watch a lot of pickleball videos...yours is one of the clearest, instructional videos I've seen...good on ya!

  • @michaelmikula3299
    @michaelmikula3299 Před rokem +6

    Wonderful presentation with a context for each point that is so easy to understand. But most of all you offer tips to get feedback on one's own play
    by having a curious & open mind.

  • @EddieDBama
    @EddieDBama Před rokem +4

    Kyle,
    I've been playing a while, but when I started I really struggled with stepping on the court with my serve. After playing volleyball and tennis for so long, my brain was wired for stepping in.
    What I did... started my serve two steps back. Made my life 98.2% better, well Pickleball life, and rarely will I have someone pressure my feet.. it does happen, but rarely, that's the 1.8%.
    Excellent video Coach.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +1

      Thanks Eddie! That's a great strategy. In fact, there are some pros I've seen who actually do the same thing. The serve and step in is definitely one of the most common mistakes i see.

    • @digibrett
      @digibrett Před rokem

      Same, I always take a step back after serving or after my partner serves now to correct myself.

    • @jacquelinepham6291
      @jacquelinepham6291 Před rokem +1

      That exactly happened to me at the beginning but take a little bit of time you will adjust it !

  • @wcampton
    @wcampton Před rokem

    Loved this! Thx! Will try a couple of these tips tomorrow with my fellow beginners (3 months playing)

  • @susanherman8967
    @susanherman8967 Před 4 měsíci

    This was so helpful! I have had many lessons but your instruction somehow felt easier to absorb in my brain. Will keep watching and learning! Thank you!

  • @wwanderful
    @wwanderful Před rokem +6

    Wonderful tips for all levels of play. I especially found tip # 4 helpful for myself. Tip #5 is so true. If you want to see someone stuck in the 3.5 level, it's often because they are closed minded. Finally, you and your partner are very funny. I appreciate that in a video. 🤣

  • @susanscandles
    @susanscandles Před rokem +3

    Hearing so much now about pickle ball and found out my boss and fiancé play. Have really wanted to learn, so she is showing me Friday.
    Your video was SO helpful. Thank you.
    You probably have a video on beginner to moderate level paddle and best shoes to wear. Need to know.😊

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem

      Fantastic!! Go to www.youtube.com/@ThePickleballStudio hes my friend Chris. He does great videos on pickleball paddles. I use selkirk. They're fantastic. And I use Aesics shoes. My other friend actually made this video on best court shoes (as worn by the pros) czcams.com/video/8SDzxwhBhjA/video.html

  • @chucknora2u
    @chucknora2u Před 2 měsíci +1

    awesome video, can't wait to go apply on court... thank you! better than all the rest I've watched.

  • @maryellenbrunaugh5232
    @maryellenbrunaugh5232 Před rokem +1

    Thank you, short and to the point. I need your help with serving...Im so sporadic. Will look to see if you have a serving video.

  • @digibrett
    @digibrett Před rokem +12

    Great tips! I'd like to see some tips and thoughts on different paddle grip positions. Been struggling with it, but recently adopted a pretty unconventional grip for playing at the line that seems to work well for me, holding paddle backhanded with thumb on the back of the handle tilted 90 degrees. I can quickly switch back to my forehand grip, so it's the best compromise Ive been able to come up with.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +6

      Oo the grip is definitely an interesting topic! Okay, I'll make note of this. In the short term, I'd keep experimenting until you find a position that's most comfortable AND helps you play the best. More on this topic in the future though.

  • @danielsullivan7340
    @danielsullivan7340 Před rokem +5

    Loved all 6 tips on typical beginner mistakes. Can you elaborate on playing with max spin, and/or best way to counter your opponents crazy spin

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +1

      Spin can be tricky. Use it from time to time.
      Be aware of what type of spin opponent gives you. If they give you heavy backspin, consider hitting a top spin shot. It will compliment the spin already has coming your way.
      Also, it’s probably a longer explanation. Experiment with different shots when you see different spin! And take note of what happens! Fastest way to learn imo! Hope this helps.
      Ask follow ups if you have them!

  • @laurat.2893
    @laurat.2893 Před 3 měsíci

    I am a somewhat athletic little old lady (still playing team sand volleyball at 67) who just recently decided to take up playing pickleball. Seeing this video pop up explaining the most common beginner mistakes was perfect for me after only hitting a pickleball for the first time ever this week at a beginners clinic at my community recreation center. Thank you for your clear and concise instruction which I hope to begin putting into action as I learn the game. I have subscribed!

  • @davidlarson8299
    @davidlarson8299 Před 6 měsíci

    These are the best Pickleball videos out there! I appreciate that the info is succinct, concise, and so on point. Subscribed! Thanks Kyle!

  • @jamesmoore7407
    @jamesmoore7407 Před rokem +4

    Hi Kyle, thank you for addressing these. So many pros are just giving tips that only high level players should use and those skills can be bad advice for lower level players 4.5 and below. I'm a PB coach and deal with these problems daily. James

  • @tonycannon3497
    @tonycannon3497 Před rokem +3

    I echo the sentiment of the person below me here awesome instruction I've been playing for about 8 weeks but have a tennis ping pong baseball background and your instruction is really good especially the example of the guy who missed All the drives and then made the vast majority of his drops keep up the good work thank you and your enthusiasm is really good

  • @tinajohnson3959
    @tinajohnson3959 Před 9 měsíci

    Great clear and precise instructions. Having my first beginner group class tomorrow and I have been enjoying your videos in preparing myself. I feel less intimidated and more confident as I go try out this awesome sport at age 62. You have inspired me and you will be my go to channel.

  • @lenmcintee4367
    @lenmcintee4367 Před rokem +8

    Hey Kyle, good stuff consistently… I enjoy your witty, focused approach. I’m in my second season of pickleball in Florida. I play 4-5 days a week. Lessons have helped improve my lateral movement and reduce tension in my grip. Currently rated 3.75 and want to climb the ladder to 4.00. I’m playing tomorrow morning and Saturday. I will work on controlling movement at the NVL and serving and waiting for the return… thanks! Len in Naples

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem

      Hey there. Thanks for the encouragement. Much appreciated. Good luck in your future games.

  • @susandezelan6067
    @susandezelan6067 Před rokem +6

    I’m an intermediate player, but I often watch videos on the fundamentals. Great tips! Except for one, IMHO - the one about seeking feedback. In my first year of play, I sought lots of opinions from other players who I thought were better, but frequently I got bad advice, I would later learn. And sometimes that caused me to have to unlearn bad habits and it slowed my progress. So my advice is to be open minded, for sure, but be judicious about who you ask (or what unsolicited advice you implement). I like your light-hearted and humorous approach. I have subscribed and am looking forward to seeing more informative videos :)

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem

      Ahh, that's a really good point. Great insight. Thanks for the response. I agree with you. Thanks for subscribing. More videos coming and I'm always open to suggestions on future videos and any feedback you have to make the videos better!:)

  • @cathycolligan742
    @cathycolligan742 Před rokem +1

    Fantastic tips! Will definitely try the 3 shot drop and after I serve stay back, then move up. You breaking down so easy to understand.

  • @BrandiGunkel
    @BrandiGunkel Před 6 dny

    Thanks for these tips! Going out this afternoon to play for the first time ever. I already feel better and more confident!

  • @shawnfitzmaurice3495
    @shawnfitzmaurice3495 Před rokem +5

    Would like to see a video on serving mechanics, tips and variations. Coming from racquetball, I struggle with the serve not being as much of a true offensive weapon.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +2

      Thanks for the response! I will definitely write this down as a future video. If you want to see someone who probably has the best serve in pickleball, search Dekel Bar. In singles, the serve definitely matters more. In doubles, the serve is typically a bit less effective -as a side note.

    • @shawnfitzmaurice3495
      @shawnfitzmaurice3495 Před rokem

      @@thatpickleballguy thanks--will do!

    • @victormendez3860
      @victormendez3860 Před rokem

      former squash player here. It definitively feels like serving is a disadvantage. Specially for doubles. I would love to see a serve tutorial :)

  • @ryanspeidel2163
    @ryanspeidel2163 Před rokem +3

    It's interesting to see how the game is evolving with the 3rd shot drive becoming more popular. The recent gold medal match between Johns/Johns vs Newman/Wright saw the latter drive on close to 70% of 3rd shots. I wonder if this trend will continue going forward as the game continues to speed up.

    • @toddzilla5111
      @toddzilla5111 Před rokem

      It won't speed up-pickleball is pathetic. Even Johns/Johns won't rile up interest in the 'sport' of people too lazy to play ping ping or mini golf.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +5

      Pickleball will continue to evolve for sure! More players are driving. But the 3rd shot drop is still a huge part of the game. For beginners, most just drive every time, and aren't any good at it (yet), so they struggle. So most should add the drop into their game IMO to have more variety and change the pace so they're not so predictable with their opponents.

    • @kathysheeran6589
      @kathysheeran6589 Před 4 měsíci

      @@thatpickleballguygreat point. Im definitely predictable and want to mix it up.

  • @katrinataylor7382
    @katrinataylor7382 Před 4 měsíci

    im about to play my first game today and this has been a great help!!! you seem very authentic and genuinely helpful

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před 4 měsíci

      Lets go!! Thanks for watching. Let me know how it goes :)

  • @tgilsrud
    @tgilsrud Před 4 měsíci

    New subscribers here from Minnesota. I love your clear instructions, video graphics and adding a sense of humor and poking fun at yourself in the process. You tell me what I’m going to learn, I learn it by voice, visual effects, differing camera angles and then you recap what you’ve told us at the end.
    Spot in for teaching.
    I taught in the fire service for many years and your teaching style is fantastic and on point.

  • @dawng540
    @dawng540 Před rokem +3

    Great tips. This is awesome! I love pickleball and can’t wait to get better at it. I know that I need to get back in the ready position, but in a rally, I can’t seem to remember to get back to the ready position. 🤷‍♀️

    • @jacobjachna3401
      @jacobjachna3401 Před rokem +1

      Once u get hit in the face u will remember to get that paddle up. Also comes with playing against better players who will return the ball to your left shoulder

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +1

      Thanks! And Keep working at it! It definitely takes some time and building habits!

  • @suebellis6051
    @suebellis6051 Před rokem +4

    Video on How to hit a return serve when it comes at you fast and low. For instance when as a beginner I play against someone with more expiernce & a stronger serve than used to or can do myself.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +2

      This is good! I will write this down for a future video!

    • @abdulhakkimsamad1372
      @abdulhakkimsamad1372 Před rokem

      Same question with a twist. How to tackle a spin serve effectively?

    • @Vanessa-pe2xs
      @Vanessa-pe2xs Před rokem +1

      @@abdulhakkimsamad1372 in three weeks there will be no more spin serve🤪...it's illegal after Jan 1st .

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem

      Great idea: A few ideas to experiment with in the short term.
      If you can (based on space)
      (1) Stand further back on the baseline. This will give you more time to execute a good shot.
      (2) Try not to run through your shot. Be balanced, hit the ball, then move forward to the kitchen.
      (3) Be low when you go to hit the shot. Bend your knees. It's very easy to stand tall and miss balls in pickleball because they don't bounce super high.

    • @dalevoigt8612
      @dalevoigt8612 Před rokem +1

      @@Vanessa-pe2xs The pre-spin toss is what goes away. One will still be able to apply spin with a slice or a hook shot. Reading how the paddle applies spin to the ball is still necessary. Reading how a person is tossing the ball with spin is what goes away.

  • @kaenavarro9421
    @kaenavarro9421 Před rokem

    Excellent Videos & Danny being a new player to pickleball is evidence of the value you possess as a teacher. You 2 make a great team!

  • @dalevoigt8612
    @dalevoigt8612 Před rokem +3

    Often the third shot drop is called the hardest shot in pickleball. Having a player who plays soft better than hitting the ball hard may be an outlier.

  • @girlart9
    @girlart9 Před rokem +4

    Hi Kyle! I’m a beginner and I’m 72. I love the game - it’s just pure fun. I can sometimes be fabulous 😜 on the pickelball court. LOL Many times I do dumb things and lose the point and/or give opponents the point. This video pointed out to me the things I’m doing wrong like hitting down into the net. Thank you!!
    My problem is (and this is embarrassing) is an easy shot comes toward me, I’ll swing and I MISS IT entirely!! Only by 3-4inches. So discouraging! I try to watch the ball go into the racket. This happens much of the time on my backhand. Do you have any advice for me? My vision is okay but could it have to do with depth perception? Thanks for any advice.
    Sincerely,
    - Embarrassed in Arizona

    • @dalevoigt8612
      @dalevoigt8612 Před rokem +4

      It is likely that you have not developed your backhand enough. What I think you need is more repetitions at hitting the ball. Find a wall you can hit against and just work on your backhand for a while. Try different distances once you get comfortable with one back up and go again.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem +6

      This is an awesome post. Mainly because yesterday, I was playing with my friends, and one of my comments, "why is it that sometimes just do such dumb stuff on the court." And I believe the answer is, because we think we're going to do something miraculous. Well Miraculous doesn't tend to win games. It may work once in awhile, but typically, your opponent punishes you for trying things like that.
      One thing I'd encourage you to do is bend your knees, be down in a ready stance when those balls are coming. This will immediately help you have better focus, and may help you miss less balls. Try this out and let me know how it goes!

  • @theneiqwa
    @theneiqwa Před 8 měsíci +1

    Really appreciate the content. I’m a complete beginner, taking a pickleball class for college credits and this has been a godsend! I didn’t expect to like it (coming from contact sports) but I really appreciate the game and friendships made!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před 8 měsíci

      That's awesome. BUt be careful! You may even start to love it and begin to neglect all other responsibilities :)

  • @torikelly1172
    @torikelly1172 Před rokem +1

    This is great!! Thank you, easy to watch and I love the humour!

  • @rhondakupstas4012
    @rhondakupstas4012 Před rokem

    Great pointers for beginners, as I am currently. Thank you

  • @frank88ster
    @frank88ster Před 5 měsíci

    Always great fun watching your tips. Uplifting. Thank you so much.

  • @steveneylon644
    @steveneylon644 Před 4 měsíci

    Just beginning to learn/play the game. Your tutorial was very helpful in understanding what I can expect to encounter and apply. Thanks!

  • @cherylfasse9785
    @cherylfasse9785 Před 9 měsíci

    Loved this video! My husband and I are new to pickleball and this is exactly the type of advice that we need. One thing we have been told is to get up to the kitchen quickly. I'd love more information about that as we both tend to linger on the baseline when we practice together.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před 9 měsíci

      Glad it helped!!
      And yes, getting to the kitchen is important. Watch this video - it will talk about the importance of getting up there czcams.com/video/JGMLn68RZS8/video.html

    • @K1OIK
      @K1OIK Před 7 měsíci

      Using that idiotic term, kitchen.

  • @kristinachepak8696
    @kristinachepak8696 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I just started playing last week, and all these tips are very helpful. Looking forward to working on implementing a few of these in my next game :)

  • @marcysmith2851
    @marcysmith2851 Před měsícem

    Appreciated your “challenge”!

  • @EDelgado-gt3ds
    @EDelgado-gt3ds Před rokem +1

    Enjoyed the video. Good tips. I'm a beginner and will be trying at least one or two of these tips next time. And as you said, slowly incorporate some of the other suggestions you have. Thanks!

  • @user-lj6wg3zd1i
    @user-lj6wg3zd1i Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you! Control is a good topic to share with a beginner!

  • @joanneineson9516
    @joanneineson9516 Před rokem

    Awesome, thanks for the tips - being new I am doing most of the things you have advised on!!! My game will be better now.

  • @debbiesmith922
    @debbiesmith922 Před 8 měsíci

    Can’t wait to go over each of these in the next 2 or 3 days playing! Thanks!

  • @patty5398
    @patty5398 Před rokem

    Love your style of teaching! Thanks!

  • @donnadelcore1976
    @donnadelcore1976 Před rokem

    Loved your video. I'm a 3rd yr player & still love watching the beginner vids. I still make these mistakes. Time to refocus!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem

      Amen to that! Heck, I made all these videos and I still need to watch them as reminders!

  • @deanmcdonald5404
    @deanmcdonald5404 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I have been invited to play Pickleball for first, and have been looking for some helpful videos. I have a racquetball and badminton background, and this video is a big help in understanding some basics. I know I’ll probably commit several of these mistakes, but this video will help me be more conscience of them as I play and try to overcome them. I think I will be getting hooked. Subscribed and looking forward to playing and learning more. Thank you!!

  • @user-dj9ph5iz2n
    @user-dj9ph5iz2n Před 10 měsíci

    Awesome video Kyle!! I can’t wait to go to the court tomorrow and start implementing these tips!

  • @user-de5zb7ji3t
    @user-de5zb7ji3t Před 9 měsíci +1

    As a teacher who has been teaching for 16 years at the high school level, I have to give you props on this lesson. You are a natural teacher and we need more of them! So, if your pro pickle ball dreams shatter, consider teaching please 🫶

  • @kimberlyspontarelli2523

    I really enjoyed watching this video. It only because learned new info but I really enjoyed his personality and sense of humor! Thank you. 💖

  • @ginaaguirre3291
    @ginaaguirre3291 Před 28 dny

    Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge about PB🎉🎉🎉

  • @gaylegeraths234
    @gaylegeraths234 Před rokem +1

    Great tips! Just leaving for the courts and will definitely work on these tips!

  • @lmb4876
    @lmb4876 Před 10 měsíci

    Simple and concise information for us beginners

  • @Brodypuppycrazyadventures
    @Brodypuppycrazyadventures Před 2 měsíci

    Had my first lesson today and I gotta tell ya, this is a blast! 😊 If you have a chance to learn this, definitely do it! 😊 Thank you for this video! This is very helpful!

  • @joancunningham18
    @joancunningham18 Před rokem +2

    Thank you for these excellent tips and you're great way of explaining. I've recently started playing Pickleball and I know from exactly how you describe them that if I apply these tips, it will help improve my game. I can't wait to try them on the court.

  • @SusanZbinski-fu3kl
    @SusanZbinski-fu3kl Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you for connecting me with the serve video for beginners….it was super helpful!!

  • @cindymcfall2322
    @cindymcfall2322 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you very helpful for this pickleball beginner! You guys make watching this tutorial light and funny!

  • @RCodyWanner
    @RCodyWanner Před rokem

    i absolutely love this - thanks so much for making it!

  • @kptaszek11
    @kptaszek11 Před rokem

    Spot on! Looking forward to more videos!

  • @danacarney9951
    @danacarney9951 Před rokem +1

    LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS VIDEO. ITS GOING TO HELP ME TREMENDOUSLY!!! THANK YOU

  • @janembarton
    @janembarton Před 8 měsíci

    SO many pickleball videos move so fast that I cannot follwo what they are trying to teach me. This one moves fast, but slows stuff down and shows it again and is VERY easy to follow! Very entertaining as well! Thanks! I am a beginner/intermediate player who is not picking up this game intuitively and this is so helpful:) Just subscribed!

  • @Slus2727
    @Slus2727 Před 11 měsíci

    Great video. Informative at beginner level but also tips to become a better player.
    I’d like to know more about Singles Strategy vs Doubles Strategy.

  • @theresabaidoo3214
    @theresabaidoo3214 Před 18 dny

    Great tips!! Love your instruction. Has totally helped my game. Keep it up!!👍🏼 😃

  • @justinburnettemusic
    @justinburnettemusic Před 6 měsíci

    Great Pickleball tips! Thx for sharing!

  • @anilmohin2215
    @anilmohin2215 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Love your videos, you make it look so simple & effortless.

  • @turkeyrunner712
    @turkeyrunner712 Před 9 měsíci

    Great video! Thank you so much for this. I’ve been playing for about a month and I make most of these mistakes on a regular basis 😂 I’m looking forward to working on these a few at a time the next time I’m on the court!

  • @conchitasofia
    @conchitasofia Před 2 měsíci

    The best part about these videos is that he speaks fast and quickly shows how it works. I'd fall asleep on other pickleball videos (more than once).

  • @teodorasimmerer7173
    @teodorasimmerer7173 Před rokem

    Very educational tip of my PB game I will practice with your lessons.

  • @dannelson3587
    @dannelson3587 Před 9 měsíci

    Awesome advice. I am a 3.5 player but a couple of these were great refreshers. Great instruction!

  • @mariliacosta1169
    @mariliacosta1169 Před rokem +1

    Love your instructions, very useful, and you are a real pleasant person!!!

  • @sharonadams7565
    @sharonadams7565 Před 4 měsíci

    Hello Kyle. This video was on point for me. I played Pickleball this morning and 3 of the things you mentioned I was still doing after 21/2 moths of playing. I will decide tonight which 2 strategies I will work on tomorrow when I return to play. Thank you for another excellent video. 😊

  • @larryblair6914
    @larryblair6914 Před rokem

    Thank you. I started 4 months ago and, aside from ridding myself of my badminton/tennis strategies, I exhibit 5 of the six mistakes.
    I will focus on eliminating them one at a time!!!

  • @lauralinkoff3776
    @lauralinkoff3776 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you for these clear concise tips. Very helpful. Someone once said both players should be by the kitchen but I’m short and don’t think I could handle higher shots from the opponents

  • @thatchocolatechick9215

    I want to learn so I will definitely stay tuned!!!❤

  • @craigmertz5688
    @craigmertz5688 Před rokem

    Great info! Thank you!

  • @virginiaeschbach4779
    @virginiaeschbach4779 Před rokem

    These are excellent and I will share with my beginner crew. Thanks!

  • @reneedaniel601
    @reneedaniel601 Před 6 měsíci

    I've written my note with the first 6 mistakes in working on. My bag is packed and ready for tomorrow nights games!!!

  • @donreinholz8121
    @donreinholz8121 Před rokem +2

    Excellent teaching video. I will try the punch stroke for balls not above the head. Learning the touch dink reset off the opponents drive is hard to master. Subscribed.

  • @marietylerwiley945
    @marietylerwiley945 Před 4 měsíci

    Really love all this info & the funny delivery! 😝😉🙏🏻

  • @johnnygreene5447
    @johnnygreene5447 Před rokem +2

    Very good tips. It's awesome you have a court in your backyard.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před rokem

      Thanks so much! And gosh, it's amazing. I'm very grateful things aligned that allowed for this to even be possible!

  • @shellylister7006
    @shellylister7006 Před rokem

    Great video. I really enjoyed it because it is informative and entertaining, too. I’ve never played the sport but I fell in love with pickleball the very first time I saw it on TV.

  • @kathleenhimler5414
    @kathleenhimler5414 Před 9 měsíci

    Your videos are the best because you demonstrate more than talk. And you’re funny! Thanks. You’ve helped me learn and love the game with strategy!

  • @kbnpelican4127
    @kbnpelican4127 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you! Informative and just the right amount of entertainment. Good tips for sure!!

  • @3.99atBest
    @3.99atBest Před 11 měsíci

    Great content man, coming up!

  • @sandyevans2406
    @sandyevans2406 Před 4 měsíci

    Great video! Very much a newbie I attended my first 2 hour clinic the other day. What confuses me the most is the score, especially at the beginning 0-0-2. Would love a thorough, easy to follow, explanation. Thanks.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Check out this video czcams.com/video/rD1O3R9B0Sw/video.html