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Simplify the Drop: Shoulder Lift, Locked Wrist, Open Stance

ByChief October 16, 2026

Preston’s Playbook strips the drop to essentials. Prepare early with the paddle below the ball and lock the elbow and wrist.

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Open vs. closed stance in pickleball

ByChief October 10, 2026

Aylex separates when to use each stance on drives. Closed stance generates more power because you can push off the back leg — that’s the choice when you’re looking for a harder drive and have time to set.

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How to Decide Between Open Stance & Closed

ByChief September 24, 2026October 4, 2026

Summary Preston’s Playbook coaching short on deciding between open and closed stance (serve context from…

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Never Miss a Slice Drop Again!

ByChief September 14, 2026October 5, 2026

Tanner’s fix for missed slice/third-shot drops: amateurs chop from an open stance that’s hard to…

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Never Miss a Slice Drop Again!

ByChief September 14, 2026October 5, 2026

Tanner’s fix for missed slice/third-shot drops: amateurs chop from an open stance that’s hard to…

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