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š¤ A secret pros use to hit PERFECT resets
Plus, how to hit more aggressively, struggling with block volleys? And, much more...
Brandon Mackie
March 13, 2025
Hey there,
Welcome back to the Pickleheads Newsletter!
In this issue:
š¤ A secret pros use to hit PERFECT resets
š¶ The āpat the dogā technique
šŖ How to hit more aggressively
š« Struggling with block volleys?
š¤ A secret pros use to hit PERFECT resets
Excited to welcome back Tanner Tomassi of Tanner Pickleball for this weekās Level Up.
Hey Pickleheads readers!
Ever wondered how pros hit perfect resets from the middle of the court?
Hereās their secretā¦
When hitting resets off the bounce, amateur players usually have the tip of their paddle close to the floor and they swing up, through the ballātheir swing is like an under arm throw.
This will always pop the ball up for your opponent.
Pro players, on the other hand, have their paddle sideways and they SCOOP the ball back. This scooping action keeps the ball low, closer to the top of the net, and avoids popping the ball up for your opponent.
Next time youāre resetting in the midcourt, remember: sideways paddle, scoop, and keep it low!
Hope this helps.
Click below to watch Tanner explain this weekās tip in 60 seconds. š
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JOOLA has built a reputation for making some of the most powerful paddles in the game, and the Ben Johns Perseus Pro IV, which launched on March 4th, is no exception. Itās A LOT of fun.
Available in 16mm and 14mm, I just wrapped up my full reviewā¦if you like to play fast and aggressiveāthis oneās more than worth a look!
The Perseus Pro IV has plenty of pop for driving the ball and countering at the kitchen, and the Carbon Friction Surface gives you plenty of spin!
What I loved most was how easy it was to hit deep serves and topspin drives that dipped right at my opponentās feet.
But all that power comes with a trade-off. The paddle plays firm, so keeping shots low takes some adjusting.
The 14mm version has the most pop at the kitchen, but it's harder to controlāitās not the most forgiving paddle.
However, if youāre looking for a little less pop, more cushion, and control, Iād go with the 16mm. I just rated it 5/5 overallāthis almost never happens!
At $279.95, the Perseus Pro IV is pricey. So, Iād say itās more of a fit for players who already know they like a power paddle.
If you're a rising intermediate or advanced player who wants a high-level power paddle, the high price tag is worth it for you.
š¶ The āpat the dogā technique
šŖ How to hit more aggressively
š« Struggling with block volleys?
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