Aggressive defense: lobbing and net transition
Key takeaway from our Guru
How can I defend aggressively from the back of the court?
When the ball has a high bounce, play a lob toward the opponent's left shoulder and move forward one step to take the net. If the ball is fast or you are too close to the glass, play a fast, low shot into the opponent's body instead of lobbing.
What this lesson covers
Defending from the back of the court involves choosing between a high lob or a fast, low shot based on the opponent's position and the ball's rebound. When the ball has a high bounce off the glass, a well-placed lob allows the player to move forward and take the net. The target for this lob is the left shoulder of the player on the right side of the court, forcing them to play from the service line. This movement restricts their options and prevents them from hitting aggressive smashes.
If the ball is fast or the player is too close to the glass, playing a fast, low shot into the opponent's body is more effective than attempting a lob. A volley-lob serves as an alternative when facing strong smashers or playing in facilities with low ceilings, as it denies the net players time to prepare. When playing at the back, maintaining a stable preparation is necessary to ensure accuracy. Players who struggle with lobs under pressure should prioritize hitting the ball down until their technique allows for more consistency.
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Added on Apr 2, 2026
Padel Strategy: How To Defend Aggressively And Take Over. W/Bojana & Alice | OTRO NIVEL PADEL
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Please subscribe and hit the notification bell, let's get 75K subscribers this year! Ready to take your padel game to the next level? In this video, coach Sven Boele teams up with professional players Bojana and Alice to show you how to defend aggressively in padel and turn defense into attack. Learn advanced padel strategies, footwork, and positioning tips to dominate even when you're under pressure. Whether you're an intermediate or advanced player, this video will help you understand: When and how to take control from the back of the court How to use smart lobs, counterattacks, and positioning Key mistakes to avoid when defending in padel 👥 Meet the Pros Bojana Jovanovic – pro padel & tennis player, content creator Instagram: @jovanovicbojka https://www.youtube.com/@jovanovicbojka https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanovicbojka Alice Radu – FIP-ranked padel pro, former WTA tennis player Instagram: @aliss.radu 🔔 Subscribe to Otro Nivel Padel for weekly pro tips, drills, and match analysis. 📲 Follow us on Instagram @otronicvelpadel for more behind-the-scenes content. #PadelStrategy #PadelTips #AggressiveDefense #OtroNivelPadel #SvenBoele ~ Use code " otronivel5 " on justpadel.com to get 5% discount! ~ Would you like to learn more? Become a Otro Nivel channel member or special member, support us and become better! 👊🏼 Click & join ➠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrMuJTshdLiaUmbYJy8lSkA/join ~ Also find us on: Our Facebook group ➠https://www.facebook.com/groups/padeltips Our Facebook page ➠https://www.facebook.com/otronivelpadel 👊🏼 Become a supporter ➠https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/0tronivel ~ Our instagram page ➠https://www.instagram.com/0tronivel/ Sven's instagram page ➠https://www.instagram.com/svenboele/ Sven's tiktok➠ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZScj6vNr/
Good for
Skill level
Intermediate, High Intermediate, Advanced, High Advanced, Professional
Court position
Left, Both sides, Net, Service line, Backcourt
Play style
Counter-attacking
Secondary shot
Volley Lob
Keywords
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