The Flying Pickle AcademyFebruary 18, 202500:05:14

Forehand or Backhand? How to Anticipate the Right Choice. Drills and Tips from a Pro Coach

Anticipation is very important in pickleball and this video will teach you how to drill anticipation for any shot in the game. Pro coach Maria Lopez explains the importance of anticipation, how to drill anticipation with multiple progressions from basic to difficult, and demonstrates the drills with pickleball pro Susannah Barr. If you have any questions for Maria or Susannah please drop them in the comments below! Use the super chat to show support and get the quickest response (the heart button below each video).

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0:00 Anticipation is important
0:37 Drill 1
1:24 Advanced ideas
2:11 Drill 2
3:37 More insights
3:54 Advanced drill
4:46 Bonus tips

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