Bandeja and volley technique adjustments

BackhandJan 30, 2023

Key takeaway from our Guru

How can I improve my bandeja and volley technique?

For your bandeja, stop rushing the finish and wait longer for the ball. Aim to throw your racket toward the other side of the court, targeting the area behind the service line to clear the net.

What this lesson covers

This lesson focuses on technical corrections for groundstrokes and volleys. For the backhand, the finish must follow a straight line rather than a V-shape, ensuring the arm does not swing across the body. When playing off the side glass, the feet must move toward the back glass first to create enough space before stepping toward the middle of the court.

Volley technique relies on the non-dominant hand. For the forehand volley, the left hand should reach up toward the chest logo during contact. For the backhand volley, keep both arms compact and close to the body, using the left arm to create tension before extending the right elbow. Regarding the bandeja, players often rush the finish, causing the ball to hit the net. The coach advises waiting longer for the ball and aiming to throw the racket toward the other side of the court, using the service line as a depth target. This session is for players looking to refine their swing mechanics and footwork patterns.

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Added on Apr 2, 2026

ZERO to HERO in PADEL - Ep.1

Description

Hi Padel Drivers! Welcome to the first episode of this from ZERO to HERO in PADEL. This is the 1st week of training before competition. We are currently focusing on getting the right technique in every shot. Pay attention to Hugo Cases' tips in order to improve the bandeja shot! This will allow us to build a solid baseline before getting into tactics and game situation exercises. As you know, Hugo Cases used to be a World Padel Tour (WPT) player and he has deep experience in professional padel coaching. We are extremely grateful to have him in this project with us, since he is sharing all the tricks for success. Will we be able to challenge the best padel players in the UK and get a nice ranking in the LTA tour? We hope that you enjoy this new series as much as we do. Here you can find our social media in case you want to track our progress: Instagram: @padeldrive & @hugo_cases TikTok: @padeldrive Website: https://www.padeldrive.co.uk/

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Skill level

Beginner, Intermediate, High Intermediate

Court position

Net, Backcourt

Secondary shot

Bandeja

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