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How to use slice spin effectively on the Bandeja shot.

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🏆 #1 Takeaway - How should I apply spin to my Bandeja shot?
Focus primarily on speed and direction, applying a simple slice by keeping the racket above the contact point and coming down through the ball with an open face; avoid overcomplicating spin or bending the elbow excessively.

What Your Guru Thinks

This information from coach Sandy is quite useful, especially if you're finding your Bandeja isn't as effective as you'd like. Sandy explains why focusing on complex spins isn't necessary and how getting a simple slice right can make a big difference. Pay close attention to the advice about contact point and movement back, it's crucial for creating that low bounce that troubles opponents. Understanding the slight differences for hitting from the left versus the right side is also a valuable detail.

Does Bandeja NEED Spin? Padel Tips!

Description

WHICH spin to hit with the bandeja...HOW MUCH spin...and WHY?!
Do not need to overcomplicate this shot, the direction and speed are the most important - but you should know that a little spin will help!

We have just released our course for this month and it is "6 Steps to Amazing Bandejas", this is a comprehensive course for learning this difficult shot, you can find it here: https://thepadelschool.thrivecart.com/the-bandeja-course-yt/

This is such an important shot for controlling time and space on the court - if you can hit it effectively you can dominate the net position.
Audience: High Intermediate
Skill Level:
65%
Primary Shot: Bandeja
Play Style: Defensive
Court Position: Left|Right

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skill-high-intermediate style-defensive shot-bandeja

Keywords

bandeja spin slice technique overhead

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