Should You Use the Backhand Serve in Padel?
Thinking about using a backhand serve in padel? It can add slice and variation, but only if your technique is solid. Here’s when it’s worth it and when it’s not.
Serve Direction Manipulation
Stop serving predictably. This practical guide explains how to manipulate serve direction in padel to prevent easy returns and control the first volley.
Padel Serve Formations
Struggling with padel serve positioning? This practical guide explains normal and Australian formations, where to stand, how to move, and common mistakes to avoid.
- angles
- backhand serve
- body shot
- communication
- coordination
- court coverage
- court roles
- deception
- fake smash
- gancho
- glass
- kick smash
- left side
- lob defense
- net opponents
- net plays
- net position
- overhead
- partner play
- por tres
- positioning
- pressure
- reaction time
- right side
- serve
- serve variation
- shot placement
- shot selection
- signals
- slice
- tactics
- tempo
- timing
- topspin
- volleys
- weak partner