Drill of the Week

Drills of the Week

One drill, every week, that you can actually run before your next game. Most need no partner and no court.

June 2, 2026Fast-Hands Wall DrillWhen a younger, faster player speeds the ball up at you and you lose the exchange, it feels like you got beat on speed. You usually didn't. You got beat because your paddle wasn't already up and ready
June 2, 2026Recovery-Position Shadow DrillYou hit the perfect speed-up at the kitchen. Your opponent floats a weak block back. You're still admiring the first shot — paddle low, weight on your front foot — and the floater drops between your f
May 26, 2026Transition Zone NavigationIf you're a 3.5 and you lose 3 points per game you shouldn't lose, my money says they happen in the transition zone. You hit a decent return. You start walking forward. The ball comes back hard at you