How to Hit a 3rd Shot Drop in Pickleball

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @thatpickleballguy
    @thatpickleballguy  4 месяца назад +4

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  • @jameshenderson4205
    @jameshenderson4205 10 месяцев назад +19

    Hi, I’ve just turned 68 and have been playing pickleball for a very short time. I have been searching RUclips for the basics and tips and techniques to help me understand the game more and hopefully help me improve. Your explanation and demonstration of shots are excellent which makes it a lot easier to understand. Thank you for posting these instructional videos. Playing sports is all about having fun, you certainly capture that.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  10 месяцев назад

      Glad they are helpful and you enjoy watching! Have fun out there!

  • @Warren_L.
    @Warren_L. Год назад +198

    Just wanted to say, as an enthusiastic beginner (my wife says "obsessed"!), I've watched a LOT of pickleball videos from a lot of different creators. For me, yours are the best. Very clear explanations (even when they include Newtonian physics!), very helpful tips, things I can really apply (or at least try to!) in my next game, and fun video editing. Thank you very much!

  • @dannycarollo546
    @dannycarollo546 Год назад +38

    Kyle I’m also a certified instructor, I just watched this video of the third shot drop and it’s almost identical to the way I teach. You’re extremely gifted teacher, your knowledge of the game, your explanation breaks it down basics. But lastly you can tell you love teaching, it’s your gift! This is my first time seeing you on video but I’ll definitely be adding you in with the others. I was very blessed to become friends with Simone Jardim I was able to get private lessons. Tony Roig another friend that I think does a wonderful of the game. So I’m adding you to the list and I’ll be passing this on to my students! Great job!

  • @johncraig7548
    @johncraig7548 Год назад +63

    Your videos are by far superior. Thanks for really taking the time to explain.

  • @arizonakaren
    @arizonakaren Год назад +6

    I've been working with a coach, and drop shots from the baseline and mid court have been so difficult. Everything you're demonstrating in this video is consistent with what my coach is doing, but your tips, along with the added visuals, are immensely helpful. I have a tennis background, and backswinging is a hard habit to break. Thank you for making this video.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад +2

      Thats awesome your working with a coach. And thanks for the kind words.

  • @athios55
    @athios55 11 месяцев назад +3

    Great video and demonstration. Couple things I tell my students: if the swing ends above the net the ball will go over the net. I also tell students that if they consider their lower body, (the legs and hips) acts as a steering wheel, helps in direction....and hit as if there are 3 balls in a row. I also say the tighter the grip the more mass is behind your paddle...so yes, lose grip. Great stuff.

  • @spark4719
    @spark4719 9 месяцев назад

    I have been watching the 3rd shot drop over and over again. It helps me to clearly understand the third shot as a beginner. Thank you!

  • @AlKu-kq9iz
    @AlKu-kq9iz Год назад +158

    Light grip: pretend holding a live bird. Just enough pressure so it won’t fly away but not too tight to choke it

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад +8

      Oo i like that!

    • @MorphousInfinity
      @MorphousInfinity Год назад +6

      What if my name is Lenny? 😢😂

    • @wolf-xf6hf
      @wolf-xf6hf Год назад

      Bro I came here to comment exactly this. Are you a fellow card mechanic or just heard it somewhere else

    • @jennifernguyen9600
      @jennifernguyen9600 Год назад +8

      what kind of bird? swallow or ostrich?

    • @patriciomartinez6330
      @patriciomartinez6330 Год назад +1

      Vager Vance used the same analogy for holding a driver.

  • @eha11oran
    @eha11oran Год назад +14

    Thanks for the pointers. I think you said it right about grip pressure - if you hold the grip tightly the paddle acts like a springboard. If you hold it loosely it acts more like a trampoline or bed. The ball stays in contact with the paddle face longer and so you have more control.

  • @tombarca100
    @tombarca100 Год назад +10

    3 weeks into pickleball--your videos are great. Especially doing things like L1 L2 L3... makes it easy to remember. Keep them coming. I"m a tennis player, but loving the similarities AND differences with my new sport!

  • @KathyLovesLife
    @KathyLovesLife 18 дней назад

    Some of us use headphones or ear buds while watching your videos. 🎧👂🙉 😬 Any who how. Love your lessons. You guys are Awesome. 💙💙

  • @georgelopez8678
    @georgelopez8678 5 месяцев назад +1

    I found this video very, very helpful and useful. My only critique is when discussing the height of the ball (or the apex) of the shot, it was difficult to see the ball how "high" it went against the backdrop of the white wall.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  5 месяцев назад

      Ahh! Good feedback. I'll do a better job with that next time!

  • @michaelnealy-v9j
    @michaelnealy-v9j Год назад +3

    Great video. Your explanations are right on. Thanks

  • @ThomasNudd
    @ThomasNudd 4 месяца назад

    Kyle, I really like how you set up your instruction. The animation helps tremendously to reinforce your explanation on these skills. Unfortunately, my time to play is down to only Saturdays now, and being able to go back to the videos for a refresher is so great. Keep them coming. I swear I learn something new every single time.

  • @arjunnath2896
    @arjunnath2896 Год назад +1

    This is the perfect 3rd shot video ever made! I have watched a million of them!! Thank you

  • @kathleenvitello6233
    @kathleenvitello6233 Год назад +1

    Wow! great explanations. I like that you broke it down into several component parts AND
    defined what a third shot drop is. Thank you.

  • @buddhstyle
    @buddhstyle 11 месяцев назад

    Finally, good quality content that has definitions and clear examples. Very well done my friend.

  • @shargogo8876
    @shargogo8876 2 месяца назад

    great video! do you have a video about the backhand drop?

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Месяц назад

      Glad you enjoyed it! Check out this video ruclips.net/user/shorts_tsLCLgnp9s

  • @jeffhogan2766
    @jeffhogan2766 Год назад +1

    Been playing about a year and a half and this is the best pickleball video I've ever watched! Thank you so much

  • @MarkSofia-j7y
    @MarkSofia-j7y Год назад +1

    Great point by your aide. I have been trying to figure out what the arc of the ball should be on a drop shot and have never been able to find a definitive answer. Now I know the apex should be on my side. Thank you thank you.

  • @kathleenholguin2138
    @kathleenholguin2138 5 месяцев назад

    Love your videos!! I'm super new to the game of PB and as a tennis player of many years, your explanations make sense and translate really well.

  • @joysonmenezes2158
    @joysonmenezes2158 Год назад +4

    As always, great tips!
    Could you make a video on your Pball journey as a beginner to Pro?

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад +3

      I need to do more stuff on this! I agree. Its in the works

  • @Samrb1
    @Samrb1 Год назад +1

    Great video and detailed instructions, thank you!

  • @nadiacretzman90210
    @nadiacretzman90210 6 месяцев назад +7

    Giving us other examples to really understand what you’re saying like the cornhole sand bag was seriously a game changer and so helpful! Thank you!!

  • @mikefolz3765
    @mikefolz3765 Год назад +2

    Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Your videos are so informative and helpful. I've posted this before and maybe it's just happening on my browser (Safari) but whenever you point up and say click this video I never see anything appear up there. Just wanted you to know. Are you at any tournaments in or near Ohio this summer/fall? Would love to come to see you play live.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад +3

      Thanks for letting me know!! I Had to correct this on a few previous videos. I messed it up.
      On this specific video. The video I reference actually comes out in the next couple weeks! ahh. Sorry. So it will show then. RUclips is kinda funky. sometimes. Still getting better at it.

    • @scottconger9631
      @scottconger9631 Год назад

      Thanks for the clarification, I too was looking for that video.

  • @clintroberts1
    @clintroberts1 Год назад +2

    All good stuff...a little top spin will keep the ball bouncing lower as it shoots the ball forward (an added bonus to it bouncing lower).

  • @TeenaSuzuki
    @TeenaSuzuki Год назад +1

    Great video! Now to practice what you preached. LESS IS MORE. Three little words that I struggle with on the PB court. Thanks!!

  • @alangoudie2299
    @alangoudie2299 Месяц назад

    Thank you for an excellent easy to follow lesson.

  • @miatafunrun3078
    @miatafunrun3078 11 месяцев назад

    Great instruction and the animation showing the ball trajectory adds so much value to understanding. Subscribed!

  • @robertwray6004
    @robertwray6004 Год назад

    Best step-by-step re 3rd shot drop technique I've seen. Grazie!

  • @paininthepatoot
    @paininthepatoot Год назад +3

    Great video. Liked a number of points but especially where you explain what a successful drop is ( opponent has to hit up on the drop).

  • @DerekBraid-m1q
    @DerekBraid-m1q Месяц назад

    Consider. A soft grip absorbs the power from the incoming shot and the slow (from the shoulder) response uses the large muscles to accurately push the ball over the net. Similar to putting in golf. The large muscle groups bring repeatability and consistency.

  • @dnurse1910
    @dnurse1910 9 месяцев назад

    This was so helpful. I've had 4 lessons and I will try out these techniques today

  • @peggyleung5520
    @peggyleung5520 Месяц назад

    LOVE your demos and explanations!!

  • @michaellechmanik4122
    @michaellechmanik4122 4 месяца назад

    Kyle, I really enjoy your videos and always recommend them to my students. At the beginning of each beginner session I tell the students that they are holding an egg in their hands.Every time I touch their hands and change a grip or explain how to hit a forehand I can always tell when they broke their egg.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  4 месяца назад

      That is awesome! Thanks for sharing the videos! Glad you enjoy them!

  • @terilearned3794
    @terilearned3794 Год назад

    Kyle, your videos are truly wonderful. You explain things so well, very thorough and detailed to help us really get what you are saying. And you are also very entertaining too! Thank you. Keep up the great work.

  • @michaelgreenia1890
    @michaelgreenia1890 Год назад +1

    Great video!! Thanks!

  • @wtang7
    @wtang7 Год назад

    This is the best video I have seen about how to hit soft shot and the strategy behind third shot drop.

  • @pickleballer555
    @pickleballer555 Год назад

    These are wonderful instructions and illustrations! Thank you!

  • @Bee-of5xz
    @Bee-of5xz 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the thorough explanation! I’m a new subscriber. Just started learning to play pickleball without any sport background. Got any tip on beginner more affordable paddle?

  • @VasiaLachinov
    @VasiaLachinov Год назад

    Love the 3 Ls! It gives me 3 simple things to remember when I am executing the 3-rd shot drop. And that's what I call a good teaching video! I am still not very clear how to add spin with a loose grip... But maybe those 2 things can't be done together... But maybe that is a separate topic. Great video!

  • @Bee-of5xz
    @Bee-of5xz 7 месяцев назад +1

    My second time watching this, you are hilarious Kyle!

  • @recuerdos2457
    @recuerdos2457 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks so much, this video has answered so many of my questions:) and your explanations are top notch 🏅

  • @korinneemi2732
    @korinneemi2732 Год назад

    Omg youre whole intro 🤩👏 literally taking the words out of my mouth that i tell my Introduction classes!! Get out of my head!
    And keep making great videos!! Great articulation, makes so much sense for me!

  • @8246st
    @8246st 7 месяцев назад

    ANOTHER great video. Great teacher hitting on nuances that are essential to learning, and for me, x-tennis guy, pinpointed at where I always fail (swing side to side when I should be lifting). So thanks for the.......GREAT LIFT. :).....made my mrning !

  • @ytv2779
    @ytv2779 8 месяцев назад

    I think it's super hard to explain these things that for most seasoned players is mostly intuitive. I know how to do this stuff based on my feel for the game, but being able to articulate how I'm doing it to beginners has been a challenge. I think you nailed it with the looser grip and also the removal of the back swing!

  • @namlnh2258
    @namlnh2258 8 месяцев назад

    which grip should we use when we to the drop shot? thanks

  • @HowardSommers
    @HowardSommers Год назад

    Love your videos! You cut to the chase....been playing about 3 years after playing tennis many years. Don't need a lot of hand holding, just why i am i getting lit up by better players on certain days in certain situations... Where can i put this shot in this situation? What do i need to master to improve? etc. You spell it out in 18 days with good humor....BRAVO!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @HowardSommers
      @HowardSommers Год назад

      Love the signage for the facility...been there a few times☺@@thatpickleballguy

  • @dariensmith2833
    @dariensmith2833 7 месяцев назад

    90 days into this great game. I really enjoy your approach and method of instruction! Thank you!

  • @markuspotter42
    @markuspotter42 8 месяцев назад

    Hey Kyle, great stuff! When you were demonstrating the top spin drop it seems like you were hitting and dropping back after the shot. Or the balance was shifting backwards after the shot. Is that intentional or do u transfer the weight forward to allow the momentum to take you forward to the NVZ?

  • @TheMary0831
    @TheMary0831 5 месяцев назад

    I love your channel! this is great! Thanks for the thorough explanation.

  • @libbyannstew8775
    @libbyannstew8775 7 месяцев назад

    Great video - you’re a gifted communicator and teacher. Thanks so much. You’ve gained a subscriber!

  • @lry76
    @lry76 Год назад

    I'm a golfer, and the whole "less grip" principle applies there also. It really comes down to feel. That whole "buttery" shot is a feel shot. Butch Harmon had the best advice ever when gripping a golf club, and I wonder if its the same for a pickle ball paddle. He said that you should grip your club as hard you can for a few seconds, let it go, then go back and grip it normally. That's the grip tension you should have.

  • @frank88ster
    @frank88ster Год назад

    Great tips again. Adding top spin is for later, after you have consistently hit third shots IN and without high bounce. Third shot top spin needs tons of drills as initially you will find your shots going into net due to miss timing your shots. And using an 'eastern grip, if not familiar adds to problems ' hitting away from target.

  • @kelleyheiland5863
    @kelleyheiland5863 Год назад

    Good stuff ,, very helpful . Can always pick up something I can use .

  • @barbaraburica765
    @barbaraburica765 9 месяцев назад +1

    Loved the corn hole analogy!!

  • @shalpher844
    @shalpher844 Год назад +1

    Again, fun and informative with good, actionable tips. Keep it up! Also, love seeing you on the Arizona PBL!!!

  • @felicitymoss6783
    @felicitymoss6783 8 месяцев назад

    I love your videos. They are very informational and easy to understand. And FUN.....

  • @jen-freedom-and-peace
    @jen-freedom-and-peace Год назад +1

    I learned that you can think of the grip on a scale of 1-10. One coach told me like for being up at the kitchen and returning a fast ball that comes right to your chest, hold the paddle at a 3 grip so it drops right over net - a reset. So maybe a 3rd shot drop same? It really helped me because if I held the paddle with a 10 drip on that reset shot - it instead flew right back to the back line even if I had no swing and just held the paddle. The loose grip helps!

  • @triciaportugal6081
    @triciaportugal6081 Год назад

    Great and clear instructions in an indoor facility which makes it great for filming. So many people film outside and way to much noise.

  • @stdaoud
    @stdaoud Год назад

    Do you have your index finger on the paddle? What are your thoughts on that vs a continental grip. Thanks

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад

      Yeah, I do that a lot I've realized. I'm actually not sure if thats good or bad yet, I need to figure that out.
      I use continental a good amount.

  • @Jr17fr
    @Jr17fr 16 дней назад

    So if I want to hit topspin with my drop would I be able to have my paddle out to the side but still apply that lifting motion rather than side to side?

  • @thomasfl1
    @thomasfl1 Год назад

    Thank you for the video! Excellent explanation.

  • @Frankie23232
    @Frankie23232 Год назад

    Hi Kyle, great video! Thanks for making this. Btw where is the link you mentioned at the end of the video on how to train the third shot drop?

  • @cecilhammett4940
    @cecilhammett4940 Год назад

    Love the video 😂in golf a tight grip causes tension which screws up a smooth swing 😮 and control😢

  • @deanmay338
    @deanmay338 Год назад

    Exceptional instruction. Thank you!

  • @josepinchero
    @josepinchero 6 месяцев назад

    you discuss the importance of a top spin 3rd shot drop. def understand that (the ball spin and effect on opponent trying to attack it).
    does this mean it's not that great to do 3rd shot backspin drops? can you please explain this in detail? thanks!

  • @howardjuliewiley5629
    @howardjuliewiley5629 Год назад +3

    That was a great instructional video on the 3rd shot drop. Your teaching style is easy to follow, clear and concise and provides an easy one, two, three model to remind us of what to remember when we are on the court drilling our 3rd shot drops. BTW, the training video doesn't pop up on the screen. I'm sure that it is coming though. 😉

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад +1

      thank you!
      And yep, coming today or tomorrow! Had to get it through editing, so week delay on that :)

  • @thinkboro8378
    @thinkboro8378 Год назад

    The apex comment gave me such a useful visual to work on! Thank you!

  • @infomercialguy
    @infomercialguy 4 месяца назад

    you are fantastic. i notice something - (because i do the same) your right foot it in front of your left - and, i find that EASIER for drops. Heck, sometimes I feel like i hit it more square on a drive too. Do you? Also, thanks for how you explain things. thanks for keeping it FUN too !!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  4 месяца назад

      Gosh i made this video a long time ago. I still believe in dominant foot in front.
      But have also have been experimenting lately with some alternative footworks like
      Being square. But some of that is dependent on what ball im receiving and

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  4 месяца назад +1

      Also thanks for the kind words :)

  • @welovetennis9151
    @welovetennis9151 Год назад

    I like your video and explanation much better some video from other coaches I like the fact you actually demonstrate these shots together during talking and very clear! Thank you!

  • @boringlyfactual6368
    @boringlyfactual6368 9 месяцев назад

    Muscle control and “touch” is mediated by repetition/muscle memory over the long term and by muscle tension and focus in the short term.
    Less tension = more feel and control; tension presents a barrier to be overcome so that control can be exerted. Any accomplished athlete knows this for sure. Great video.

  • @crusitalopez6604
    @crusitalopez6604 7 месяцев назад

    My way of loosening my grip and works really really well for me, is releasing/loosening the grip of my forefinger and middle finger. Not letting go of the paddle but loosening the grip of the 2 fingers. The only fingers in control of my paddle are my thumb, pinky, and ring finger. It took time but is very effective. (Works for me)

  • @S2kDude36
    @S2kDude36 Год назад

    Really good video filled with useful tips and techniques!

  • @jobofilme2202
    @jobofilme2202 10 дней назад

    Can you please tell me which shoes you are wearing?

  • @steve-i1095
    @steve-i1095 Год назад

    Love the graphics.
    Great explanation. Thanks

  • @michaelcarney8530
    @michaelcarney8530 Год назад

    clearest explanation of TSD technique I've seen. Thank you!

  • @BethNSethCares
    @BethNSethCares Год назад

    so informative and inspiring.. thank you for sharing ; - We love pickle ball

  • @roman2011
    @roman2011 Год назад

    Great breakdown. Love the graphics too!

  • @angeloramz
    @angeloramz Год назад

    Awesome vid! I always learn something from your vids!

  • @robgarneau954
    @robgarneau954 Месяц назад

    An important factor is missing in the discussion of grip. Shock absorption has been discussed and is important but the other important factor is feedback from you paddle. With a tight grip, you don't get a good sense of how hard you're hitting the ball. A looser grip gives you more feedback on your shot. I learned in handgliding that if you grip the bar tightly, you don't get any feedback on the forces the bar is exerting on you to find your balance. Same thing in pickleball where a looser grip gives you more feedback to adjust your shot strength.

  • @lisanlin9955
    @lisanlin9955 Год назад

    Excellent video. Looking forward to the suggested drills.

  • @gtak8703
    @gtak8703 5 месяцев назад

    Trying to 3rd shot drop on a grip pressure scale 1 to 10. From backline grip pressure at 7 to 8, transition zone grip pressure at 5 to 6 & kitchen zone grip pressure at 3 to 4. Would do you think?

  • @MrLouisjB
    @MrLouisjB Год назад

    Great tutorial. Thanks.

  • @jeremyoung01
    @jeremyoung01 9 месяцев назад

    What is the name of the powder blue shoes you have on?

  • @richardwatterson5449
    @richardwatterson5449 Год назад

    You mentioned clicking on a link for how to train 3rd drops with topspin. I don’t see it anywhere. I would like to watch it.

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад

      Yes, that's coming soon, either tomorrow or next week. Making that decision tonight.
      I said click here, only because I know this next video would be done this week, and wanted people to be able to go right to the drill video for the future.
      So just one week delay! But it's coming soon, i promise.

  • @downieduck2414
    @downieduck2414 11 месяцев назад

    should you hit with racquet head dropped down and no leg bend?

  • @SailCamaraderie
    @SailCamaraderie Год назад

    Beautifully done job and super graphics too! I really like your "never lose sight of the paddle" tip.

  • @ShawnMarieMcKinley
    @ShawnMarieMcKinley Год назад

    Going to practice this in the morning 🙏☮️Thank you

  • @deepblue7771
    @deepblue7771 8 месяцев назад

    Excellent video, thank you!

  • @catherinevelazquez5940
    @catherinevelazquez5940 Год назад

    Thank you for being very thorough. Great video!

  • @jeffreinardy7570
    @jeffreinardy7570 Год назад

    You keep it direct, with great remedial paddle actions that make sense. New guy but your videos are the best, Keep them coming!

  • @kristenviola7042
    @kristenviola7042 Год назад +1

    Please link the video to train topspin drops , can’t find it !

    • @johnyblue3985
      @johnyblue3985 Год назад

      Where is this video???

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад

      Hey Thanks for asking.
      I actually have that video in editing right now. When I filmed the video, I thought I'd have it edited right now, but it will be done in next two weeks. And it's the next logical progression, which is why I kept it in the video, even though it's not there yet. So keep an eye out on the channel!

  • @yasim9435
    @yasim9435 8 месяцев назад

    Tennis shot used to be lifting and pushing before top spin became dominant technique. Is the same happening with PB? Paddles spin rating reached beyond 2000 RPM but none of the shots demoed here utilized such spin.

  • @mlee9049
    @mlee9049 Год назад

    Hi, did you ever make a backhand 3rd shot drop video? I checked and could not find one.

  • @ericmiller1159
    @ericmiller1159 Год назад

    can you please tell me what video editing software you use? I really want to learn to edit videos the same way you do...

  • @mxpxman31
    @mxpxman31 Год назад

    Quick question about L1 - Loose Grip… when I loosen my grip, I feel like I get more “rim” “band” or “not sweet spot” hits leading to an inconsistent ball flight? When that happens , I feel like I’m not keeping my eye on the ball or maybe it’s bc I’m still carrying over my bad habit swings from Table tennis?! Aka, trying to do the advance option to the MAX! Tons of top spin!

    • @thatpickleballguy
      @thatpickleballguy  Год назад +1

      yeah, start with a more flat lifting ball, and you're going to have to really rep it out. Then move to topspin after you got the first version down!

  • @sparktheflame102
    @sparktheflame102 Год назад

    Great video! Thank you for sharing!

  • @patrickmcpatrick
    @patrickmcpatrick Год назад +1

    Great info - thank you for posting! Gonna work on my third shot drop!👍👍