Archive · 17 Sep 2025

Pickleball Tips for Handling Pressure in Tournaments

Pickleball Tips for Handling Pressure in Tournaments

When playing pickleball, especially in tournaments, it's normal to feel nervous.

Tanner Tomassi suggests starting by hitting your third shots with controlled power to reduce pressure and put it on your opponent.

Instead of risky shots, wait for opportunities to attack from the air.

Avoid the common mistake of hitting poor speed ups.

Remember to respect diagonal play and work with your partner to cover the court.

Staying calm and collected helps you make better plays and win.

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