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How to Pressure Better Players by Reaching In at the Kitchen

ByChief October 13, 2026

Marshall Brown of Selkirk TV flips the usual underdog habit of backing off the kitchen against stronger teams. Stepping back makes their aggressive dinks easier and leaves bounce balls that keep you stuck in a soft game they will win.

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Start with Your Paddle Up So You Have Less Distance to Travel.

ByChief September 16, 2026October 4, 2026

If the paddle starts low, you are already late. Koszuta’s three cues: start paddle up,…

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