Forehand in the Middle. You've Heard it. But it is WRONG. Abandon this "rule" and play better
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- čas přidán 30. 07. 2024
- In this video we explore the maxim "Forehand in the Middle" and demonstrate how it can hold you back. If you want to maximize your pickleball strategy and play, we make the videos that will help you get there.
0:00 Laying out Forehand in the Middle as it is applied by pickleball players
2:31 Court Board walk through of forehand in the middle with a left and right handed player - when the rule is of no help
4:40 When forehand in the middle gives you the wrong answer
7:19 Respect the X as an answer (see below for the link to the materials)
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Good video but a suggestion: Get to the point. The first 4 1/2 minutes you were mostly talking about how forehand in the middle doesn't really apply. The teaching however, is very relevant. 👍
Appreciate it. It is so pervasive that debunking first was key imo.
What I learned is that it is important to “protect your partner”. Unless your opponent can paint the lines, it is very helpful to protect your partner when they are moving up to the NVZ. You can remind your partner to add some loft to their ROS if they can’t get all the way forward. I am going to like this series. 👍🏻
What’s up Dish. Partner protection is critical to successful doubles play.
Good stuff. Makes me think about other ways to do things on the court.
Gracias Fernando
You and I think alike but finding a partner to play this way is impossible to find. I am also a lefty like you it is frustrating. When you cut that ball off they (partner) go crazy that you took your ball. I usually have to turn around because they are still standing on the baseline.
You might find this video insightful. Be well
This is a good discussion. I'm a lefty, and I like to play respect the X. That said, with either forehands or backhands in the middle, the key is communication. Even when you are playing with a long-time partner who knows each other game, talking, "mine" or "yours" will help each other and also lead to fewer errors.
Communication is definitely key. Thanks Mark
I wish you gave more examples
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I agree with the point made between 4:40 and 7:20 in the video. My take is that the front person (in the case when our partner is still back) should take anything that they can hit comfortably well for the reasons you stated.
Merci
Please Review Situations where you feel it's best for the Players to Switch Court Positions during a rally. I can think of 2 possible scenarios. 1. Running behind your Partner to cover a High Lob over their head, 2. Switching when your Partner has slid across the NVZ to cover a tight Dink while you were still deep in the Transition Zone. I look forward to your insight.
Appreciate it. Added to the queue.
One must also consider a players ability. If my partner has difficulty hitting successful backhands, (as in your scenerio beginning at 4:40), it could be better if the player further back hits with a forehand. Agree?
Any factor that influences “best shot for my team” is valid. Make sense?
Would be helpful if rec center players watch your CZcams channel. There is so much frustration at the lower level of pickleball.
Agreed 100%. Misinformation leads to lots of frustration for sure. Let us know of anything you hear out there that is causing confusion and we will address it. Ty Ann
Completely disagree. Forehand in the middle in this situation is a HUGE advantage! I have a left handed partner and we are always positioned this way now and it has transformed our game. This is not a myth - that's why all advanced mixed doubles keep the dominant players forehand in the middle.
Which forehand takes the shot when you play?
@@BestPickleballCoach the one on that side.. You see, you simply divide the court down the middle, vs 60% or whatever you're doing with two right handed players. Forehand does not need to cover extra court and you "Honor the X" just the same (even though this guy is inexplicably saying that doesn't work). We're sometimes going after the same ball but never watching the ball go down the middle without either swinging at it.
@@devlinsturdevant2639 not sure you are following the point of forehand in the middle. It is intended to be a decider between who hits the shot. All good though. Keep applying it in your play. Be well.
Just get on withe it. You repeat yourself several times and write on the board. We are not children. Get on with it. Down thumb.
Bam bam boom
Too harsh 7475. Good grief 🤦🏻♀️
@@AnnMitt Ty Ann. Some folks are in a hurry. To where I do not know. :)
You know your stuff however, you are a little wordy, as a teacher you need to learn to Bullet your ideas. Teach more right rather than going over so many wrongs.
Ty Marilynn. I have been accused of being wordy :). Appreciate the feedback.
You said right hand in the middle about 20 times. The video is already half way through. You are wasting my time.
This has to be Dave. Cause I know Linda would never ... Ty Linda