The Dink: 3 Reset Fixes That Stop the Dreaded Pop-Up
In a new Pickleball Playbook breakdown for The Dink, coach Austin Hardy details how to hit a clean reset that absorbs pace and drops the ball back into the kitchen so it cannot be attacked. The guide centers on three habits, a loose grip, a low base, and constant readiness to reset, then adds a catch-and-slice technique, split-step footwork, and three progressively harder drills to make the shot hold up under pressure.
Read at The Dink →Inside Anna Bright's Rise: Habits, Mindset, and Competitive Fire
In a Fans Want To Know segment with broadcaster Dave Fleming published by Pickleball.com, PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball star Anna Bright breaks down the routines and mental strategies behind her game, from her pre-serve paddle twirl and back-wall touch to box breathing during timeouts. Bright also credits her rivalry and partnership with Anna Leigh Waters for much of her growth, describing their matchups as a constant chess match.
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