Most players only think in three dimensions. But advanced players use a fourth dimension: time. Knowing when to take the ball early, when to let it travel, and how to manipulate pace is what separates good players from great ones.
Go on court with pro pickleball coaches Susannah Barr and Maria Lopez as they breaks down how to use space and time to control rallies. You’ll learn how pros steal time from opponents, add time for themselves, and make smarter decisions under pressure.
This video includes:
✅ How taking the ball early vs. late changes the rally
✅ Footwork patterns for controlling space at the kitchen
✅ Drills that train decision-making, not just mechanics
✅ How to absorb, hold, or speed up the ball on purpose
✅ Why timing — not power — is the real advantage
You’ll also see Susannah demonstrate these concepts in live drill and rally scenarios, showing how the fourth dimension shows up in real points.
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⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Highlight Rally Preview — Space & Time in Action
0:19 – Intro: Entering the Fourth Dimension of Pickleball
0:52 – Why Space and Time Control Rallies
1:23 – Drill 1: Warmup Drill — Taking Time vs. Stealing Time
2:10 – Footwork & Reach: Creating Space to Contact Out Front
2:37 – PhysioBelt by Nobol — Warmup & Recovery Tool
3:09 – Final Tips on Drill 1 — Finding Your Limits
4:02 – Drill 2 Introduced: Absorb, Hold, or Steal Time
4:57 – Holding the Ball at Its Peak vs. Taking It Early
5:38 – Stealing Time — Leaning In & Taking the Ball Out of the Air
6:58 – Drill 2 Summary + How to Practice the Three Options
7:58 – Drill 3: Live Rally — Applying Space & Time Under Pressure
9:21 – Highlight Point of the Day
9:41 – Session Recap — Making Better Decisions with Practice
10:08 – Join The Flying Pickle Academy
10:35 – Can't wait to see you there!