You’ll Never See it Coming—Everything You Need To Know About Padel Spins
The spin move in padel is a surefire way to catch your opponents off guard. When a ball is quickly changing directions, this uncertainty will play in your favor. Let’s take a quick masterclass on padel spins 101.
Before we get into how you can make one, let’s switch it all up and start with the defense.
What if you’re the one dealing with the unpredictable ball? What happens then? Check out this quick video really understand what spins are all about and how to properly guard against them.
Most of the time, rotation is used in the following situations: to put the ball in a better position to be played or when the ball’s trajectory cannot be predicted. This makes the opposing team wonder: is it an opening wall or a closing wall?.
In this post, we’ll discuss a unique ball that requires a lot of rotation to be played well. A low rebound sends it down your diagonal, where it travels down your leg towards the middle of the court before settling in on your other leg. If you don’t turn the ball, you’ll either be trapped by the sidewall (as shown in the video) or have to go laterally towards the center to escape it. At that point, you’ll have to sprint behind it with a lot of delays.
Check out this video to see for yourself:
Here’s the step-by-step routine: First, determine the kind of ball you’re dealing with. Wait for one that comes in on the diagonal.
When you are in the baseline position, follow your right leg as best you can. You’ll use it to make a turn and use your backhand to play it (not in forehand).
What happens when the opponent steps up and approaches the net?
When you are in the baseline position, look for a ball that comes crossed over your diagonal and follows your left leg. You’ll pivot and use your forehand to make a play (not backhand).
Keep your eyes on the ball at all times, even when you’re not ready to take your shot.
When you see the ball’s path, go closer to the back wall and wait for it to pass you before you strike it.
Be careful of these common blunders when attempting to add a spin:
The ball will be on your back if you make a wrong turn. For this, you must never lose sight of the ball, which gives you the ability to pivot in the direction of reason. For the left-handed player, from right to left; for the right-handed player, from left to right.
To avoid hitting the rear wall, do a complete 180-degree turn right away. Thus, it’s highly probable that the player will be too far forward in his position, with the ball striking plane behind him rather than in front, rather than the intended outcome. The “V” of the ball’s trajectory should be followed in tiny increments as you approach the rear window so you can always strike in front of you as you leave the window.
The moment you turn, you’ll be in a position to receive the ball.
