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Make the RIGHT 3rd shot decision! #pickleball #pickleballtips

ByChief October 5, 2026

tanner.pickleball gives clear rules for the third-shot decision. Drive when a strong return has you on your back foot, to earn an easier next ball to drop, and drive when you can get your body weight set behind the ball to apply pressure.

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