🕸️ Cobwebbed Courts

👹 Devilish Drives and Drops

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Hey Ghoulish Pickleballer,

As the full moon casts eerie shadows on the court, and the whispers of the ghostly wind rustle through the net, you stand with your paddle poised, ready to unleash the spirits of the game.

The eternal pickleball dilemma haunts your mind: to drive or to drop on this fateful third shot? Fear not, for in today’s ghostly edition, we shall unveil the secrets lurking behind each shot, guiding you through the twilight zone of pickleball tactics!

And don’t forget to uncover the spooky Tip of the Week lurking within the depths of this issue, if you dare! 🎃

👻 The Phantom of the Pickleball Court: Drive or Drop?

Pickleball, much like a witch’s brew, is a potion of precision and pace. Here’s a skeleton guide to deciphering when to enchant the court with a drop or bewitch with a drive.

The Ghostly Third-Shot Drop

Position: As you hover near the non-volley zone (our haunted kitchen), let the spirit of the third-shot drop guide you. With a soft caress, send the ball floating over the net to rest in peace in the kitchen.

Opponent's Position: If your foes are close to the net, lure them into a dinking duel, diminishing their attacking aura.

Consistency: Master the art of the gentle drop, and you shall walk through the game with the calm demeanor of a ghost.

The Daring Drive

Position: When distant from the kitchen or when the ball levitates at chest level or higher, summon the drive to storm the court.

Offensive Strategy: Unleash the drive like a bolt of lightning, startling your opponents into submission.

Weak Returns: Should your opponents falter with a frail or high return, seize the moment with a powerful drive.

Mix It Up

Keep your opponents spellbound with a cauldron of drops and drives.

@thepickleyogi

A great time to drive the 3rd instead of dropping #pickleball

Assess Opponents

Study the court’s dark arts to tailor your shots against your adversaries’ strengths and weaknesses.

Game Situation

Let the score, your mystical game strategy, and your partner’s position guide your shot selection.

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🎃 Double Trouble: Deciding the Shot in Doubles

In the twilight realm of doubles, deciding who should take the shot is crucial for conjuring a victorious game. Here’s a spellbook of tips:

Court Position: Heed the whispers of the court, and let the player closer to the incoming ball exorcise the shot.

Forehand vs. Backhand: Play to your strengths! If the ball ventures to your favored side, banish it with gusto.

Communication: A little witchy whisper or a ghostly “mine” or “yours” can clear the spectral doubts.

Player Strengths: Know your partner’s charms and let them wield their magic where it shines brightest.

Strategy: Adhere to your pre-game ritual but be ready to adapt when the game takes a dark turn.

Adaptation: Stay nimble in the eerie night and seize the shot when the moment is ripe.

Practice and Experience: Like an ancient spell, a seasoned partnership brews a stronger game.

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As you venture into the misty realms of pickleball, remember that the true spirit of the game lies in the joy of play, the camaraderie among players, and the spine-tingling thrill of a well-fought match.

Venture forth onto the courts, embrace the spooky season, and let the pickleballs fall where they may amidst the echoing laughter of the pickleball phantoms!

Stay Spooky,

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