Briones Pickleball Academy

Briones Pickleball Academy

Elite Strategy Masterclasses, Technical Skill Drills & High-Level Match Analysis

Briones Pickleball is a premier educational platform dedicated to deconstructing the complexities of the game for players who are serious about improvement. Led by high-level coaches and players, the channel focuses on the "why" behind the "how," offering some of the most detailed strategic breakdowns and technical tutorials available in 2026.

What you will find on this channel:

  • Strategy Masterclasses: In-depth videos that explain high-level court positioning, shot selection, and the tactical nuances of winning at the 4.0, 4.5, and 5.0+ levels.

  • Technical Skill Drills: Step-by-step guides on mastering essential shots, from the "third shot drop" and "resetting from the transition zone" to advanced "roll volleys."

  • Match Analysis: Pro-level film study where points are paused and analyzed to show viewers the movement and decision-making patterns of top players.

  • The Briones Pickleball Podcast: Weekly discussions featuring professional guests and coaches that dive into the evolution of the sport's meta-game and competitive landscape.

Is this channel for you?

  • Improvement-Focused Players: If you are a 3.5+ player looking for the specific tactical shifts required to reach the next skill rating.

  • Analytical Minds: Viewers who enjoy "deep dives" and prefer comprehensive, 10–20 minute lessons over quick-fix tips.

  • Coaches and Students: Anyone who wants a clear, structured way to learn and teach the modern mechanics of the game.

How to Hit the Around the Post in Pickleball (And When to Use It)
Briones Pickleball AcademyAugust 20, 202600:07:44

How to Hit the Around the Post in Pickleball (And When to Use It)

How to Hit the ATP (Around the Post) in Pickleball: Recognition, Footwork & Drills In this episode, Coach Sammy breaks down how to use the ATP (around the post) as an effective pickleball putaway, sho...

How to Hit the Erne in Pickleball (And When to Use It)
Briones Pickleball AcademyAugust 13, 202600:06:54

How to Hit the Erne in Pickleball (And When to Use It)

How to Hit the ERNE in Pickleball: Timing, Footwork, and Common Mistakes In this episode, Coach Sammy breaks down how to use the Ernie — one of the most aggressive shots in pickleball — teaching when ...

Stop Attacking Hard and Start Attacking Smarter in Pickleball
Briones Pickleball AcademyAugust 06, 202600:08:16

Stop Attacking Hard and Start Attacking Smarter in Pickleball

3 Pickleball Speed-Up Combos: Where to Attack and Where the Next Ball Will Go In this video, I break down pickleball attack combinations with my 9-year-old son, Josiah, focusing on where to speed up a...

How to Erase Unforced Errors in Pickleball
Briones Pickleball AcademyJuly 30, 202600:08:15

How to Erase Unforced Errors in Pickleball

Erase Unforced Errors in Pickleball: 6 Simple Fixes (Stop Giving Away Free Points) In this episode, Coach Sammy shares practical ways to cut down unforced errors in pickleball by using smarter targets...

STOP Hitting This One Drop Shot (Do This Instead)
Briones Pickleball AcademyJuly 23, 202600:13:37

STOP Hitting This One Drop Shot (Do This Instead)

Forehand Drop Mastery: Lift, Shovel & Topspin Drops (When to Use Each) In this Shot by Shot episode, I break down how to make your forehand drop more consistent by teaching three options: the lift (pu...