aim - The Drop Drive

Player lunging forward to reach a low ball near the kitchen line, lit against a dark background

Pros Aim Drops 3/4 Toward the Sideline, Deep in the Kitchen

ByChief October 17, 2026

Shea Underwood used to aim drops at the far sideline until watching Ben Johns. Pros aim about three-quarters of the way between middle and sideline — fewer wides and fewer well-timed Ernies.

Woman stepping in to hit a low forehand during a recreational doubles game on an outdoor court

Why Your Speed-Ups Keep Getting Blocked Back — Complete Fix

ByChief October 10, 2026

Universal Rackets breaks blocked speed-ups into three mistakes. First, players speed up balls they have no right to — below the net in a dink rally — so the ball goes flat or up and is easy to block.

Two doubles partners waiting at the kitchen line, seen low through the net

Start playing corn hole and never lose a pickleball match again #pickleball #pickleballtips

ByChief September 25, 2026October 4, 2026

Summary Universal Rackets uses a cornhole analogy for pickleball placement: pick a small target and…