Pickleball Tips - 4.0 To Pro, A Pocket-Sized Pickleball Podcast 27: LOBS LOBS LOBS! How to Use Them & Defend Them!
Jul 8, 2025
Dive into the world of lobs in pickleball, a vital offensive and defensive technique. Learn how to effectively execute lobs while mastering counter-strategies against skilled opponents. The hosts share personal experiences, garnering mixed feelings about this shot. They also highlight the importance of community engagement and strategic decision-making on the court. Tips on timing, positioning, and teamwork will enhance your gameplay, making you a formidable player in every match!
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The 70-Lob Grandpa
- Mike O'Neill played with an older gentleman who lobbed excessively, sometimes 70 lobs in four games.
- The man turned out to be Anna Lee Waters' grandfather, making the odd lobbing session memorable.
Environment Dictates Lob Safety
- Evaluate environment before lobbing: wind, sun, and indoor ceiling change lob safety and effectiveness.
- Use wind and ceiling knowledge to decide whether a lob will stay in or fly out.
Pick Targets By Mobility And Overhead
- Know your opponents' mobility and overhead ability before lobbing them.
- Avoid lobbing players with strong overheads or high mobility; target slow or poor-overhead players instead.