Pickleball Tips - 4.0 To Pro, A Pocket-Sized Pickleball Podcast

06: The 4th Shot -Revisiting The Most Underrated Pickleball Shot

Jul 8, 2025
The hosts dive into the often-overlooked fourth shot, revealing its importance in setting the tone for the game. They celebrate listener success stories, illustrating the podcast's impact on players' growth. Upcoming clinics are highlighted, offering personalized coaching and community engagement. Strategic play takes center stage, focusing on communication between partners and adjusting tactics based on opponents' strengths. Techniques for mastering aggressive shots and maintaining balance with Gen 3 paddles also grace the discussion.
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ANECDOTE

Listener Shea Crushed A Fourth After Listening

  • Mircea shared a park game where a listener Shea Coker used a podcast tip, hit a pop-up fourth and won the fifth.
  • The group humorously credited the podcast every time someone hit a winner for the rest of the match.
ADVICE

Set Up The Fourth With Your Return

  • Communicate simple return targets with your partner before or during the point to set up a favorable fourth.
  • Return deep to the opponent's weaker wing to create easier fourths for your partner at the kitchen line.
ADVICE

Be Active At The Kitchen Line

  • When you're at the kitchen, move actively to pinch the middle and pressure opponents rather than standing static.
  • Use your movement to both protect your partner's path to the kitchen and to narrow opponents' drive lanes.
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