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Optimizing defensive positioning and reacting to lobs.

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What is the optimal defensive position in Padel and when should I move forward?

The optimal defensive position is in the backcourt, near the baseline or back wall. You should only move forward from this position after hitting a good, deep lob that pushes your opponents back, allowing you to anticipate their defensive returns and prepare to counter-attack or approach the net.

What Your Guru Thinks

This provides really useful insights into defensive positioning from the back of the court. The coach explains where the optimal defensive spot is and crucially, when and why you should move forward after hitting a lob. It covers the strategic implications of your lob quality and how it affects your readiness for opponent returns like smashes or bandejas. Paying attention to this advice can significantly improve your backcourt strategy.

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Added on: May 26, 2023
Tasty Undressed - Position
Audience: Lower Intermediate|High Intermediate
Skill Level:
55%
Primary Shot: Lob
Secondary Shot: Bandeja

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skill-lower-intermediate skill-high-intermediate style-defensive

Keywords

Positioning Defence Lob Strategy Backcourt

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