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Choosing the right padel overhead shot strategy.

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🏆 #1 Takeaway - How should I choose the correct overhead shot in padel?
Choose based on whether you are in an attacking or defensive position, where the ball is coming from (open or closed side), and your intended outcome for the shot, then commit to your decision.

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This is really useful if you are trying to understand when to use different overheads like the bandeja, vibora, smash, or gancho. Sandy covers three key considerations for making that decision when a lob goes up. It's not just about technique, but the strategy behind selecting the best shot for the situation. Understanding these decision points can significantly improve your overhead game.

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Added on: Aug 08, 2022
Smash Your Way to Victory: Unlock the TOP 3 TIPS to Never Miss Your Padel Smash Again!

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Players can really struggle with the overheads in padel and usually this is due to a few simple reasons...and it is NOT technique!

The decision making when you have been lobbed is crucial whatever shot you play next!

Here we got 3 tips on how to choose which smash to hit because it can be different depending on several factors!

Our Bandeja Course is a step-by-step guide on how to hit this complicated shot: https://thepadelschool.com/courses/the-bandeja-course/

Did you know the Bandeja is different on Right Side vs Left Side: https://youtu.be/fM9ud3sRD6k
Audience: High Intermediate|Advanced
Skill Level:
72%
Primary Shot: Bandeja
Secondary Shot: Bandeja
Court Position: Left/Right

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skill-high-intermediate skill-advanced

Keywords

Overhead Strategy Decision Making Tactical Padel Overhead Selection Padel Strategy

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