Comment questions you have for me! I'm responding to every single one👇
@malouzarate14985 ай бұрын
Hi! I'm 69 years ild & have severe osteoarthritis. I'm a decent net player ( but needs lots if improvement). Need help in COURT POSITIONING, strokes I should work on, so I can get to the balls most opponents drive to me because of my present disability. Thank you!
@user-sl2ot4zq9h5 ай бұрын
Enjoy the brand/videos. Went to the site get an EP t-shirt but didn't see any. Signed up to be an ambassador since I meet new players almost every day. But now it says my account is blocked even before I got start using it. I'm ok with not having an ambassador link but still need the shirt. Can you help me? Drop/send a new link or can you create a video for supporters of the channel. Thanks
@anakonda30355 ай бұрын
Love your valuable and so useful videos!! Thanks a bunch! So, any tips on how not to hit the net when returning up close or mid court? still trying to figure that one out. I started to lift the ball instead of smashing it, but it makes it too easy for the opponent. I hear just "meet" the ball, don't smash it, but I have seen experienced players, who are super tall and not smashing the ball, hit the net!! Pheeeew, that net is something alright! Haha
@user-ji2hd5jc3k5 ай бұрын
When I’m at the kitchen line and use my backhand, my paddle faces to the right. Could be a bone change when I broke my wrist. Anyway, because the paddle is not straight, my shot is out of bounds to the right if someone gives me a hard shot at the line. Anyway to correct this?
@reneebraeunig76904 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great info!!!! Where are you ? The desert?
@jassmone20096 ай бұрын
Another great video. I found that to improve my reaction time to speed ups and my success in returning was to (a) not focus on my partner's shot and path of the ball (only use peripheral vision) and (b) intensely focus on the opponent's paddle face as the ball makes contact. By doing these things (along with all the other instructions in this video) I can return with pressure all but super excellent shots from my opponents. When I used to watch the path of the ball from my partner's paddle I couldn't make the adjustment at point of contact because it was happening too fast.
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your tip! Focusing on the opponent's paddle instead of the ball's path is a clever move. It's cool how this small shift made such a big difference in your reaction time and shot returns. Your strategy of using peripheral vision for the ball and zeroing in on the paddle at contact is something more people should try. Appreciate you dropping this insight-it's a game-changer!
@gordonwhitehead43015 ай бұрын
Excellent coaching.I'm 82 played 10 years for fun. always learning more. Thanks for the help.
@tristeele94575 ай бұрын
Seriously, you are good at explaining things so well. I'm a newish player and you explain things better than just about any other PB coach. Thank You!
@danieljhoward0023 ай бұрын
He does a good job!
@dianallamas71355 ай бұрын
I must say that the new videos are looking fantastic. The graphics makes it so much easier to visualize what you're teaching. Plus, this wholw Joshua Tree vibe is pretty awesome. Cant wait to learn more from you Connor. Take care and thank you for these great videos.
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@liz-sy2lj5 ай бұрын
wow, the quality of your videos has greatly improved...not that you were bad before, but much better now. you're not going through the tips "lickity split" like you were before. I really like it. please don't change.
@dawntanger18796 ай бұрын
Love your videos! Excellent explanation - keeps it simple - hits the basics.
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. Hope it helps!
@wghayek6 ай бұрын
Excellent video, kept my attention the entire 19:21, Angle changes, animation and clear direction is excellent! Thank you!!!
@anakonda30355 ай бұрын
Agree!
@user-ck1zs5zk5b2 ай бұрын
You are THE best at explaining things.
@susaneasterly18 күн бұрын
I've only been playing about 3 weeks, and I am learning so much from you! You have great instructional skills - the lessons are really well-designed. Kenadi was on fire in this video. I'm hoping these techniques and some Cheerios will speed me up! :)
@ToroB3475 ай бұрын
would you mind doing a Video on Footwear for pickleball?
@seanrodriguez26205 ай бұрын
Good job multitasking while talking while going through the drills/tutorials! Impressive!
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@emiliebova5 ай бұрын
I wish watching videos helped. I need to get up off the couch and practice!😢
@anthonybarry9682 ай бұрын
Man your videos are A+ man loving it first time playing yesterday and addicted! Played tennis for 15 years but I'm in Ireland 🇮🇪 so we don't get the weather for outdoor or pickleball courts are indoors . Now to get myself a paddle ! Thanks again for the videos 😁
@liz-sy2lj5 ай бұрын
please do a video on specifically backing up in the court when you or your partner does a pop-up. how can i get better at recognizing the pop up faster and then backing up faster?
@TonyDL5 ай бұрын
GREAT content here! Really nice job explaining the concepts of faster hands. I needed this!! Thank you🤩
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!!
@GammonMaster-PcP4 ай бұрын
Great tips! Also. Your sister is a fine player herself, a good asset to your channel 👌
@EnhancePickleball4 ай бұрын
I think so too!
@dennistwomey8827Ай бұрын
I was taught to always get to the kitchen line as soon as possible so I have been doing this for years. But now that I'm older my reaction time is not as good, When I get in a volley war at the kitchen I miss a lot of hard shots because I just don't have enough time to react. A friend of mind suggested I back off about three feet from the line to give myself more time. I recently started doing it and found that it really helped.
@VuNguyen-fv5jl4 ай бұрын
This video answered my burning question/frustration I had!! Thank you
@pats300zx6 ай бұрын
Great video !! Love the new filming location 👍
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@alvinc1111Ай бұрын
Excellent instruction. Thanks.
@toddhuntington18556 ай бұрын
Great video. As I start playing with better players, this more advanced instruction becomes very valuable. Thanks guys!
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Let’s go💪
@davidgertman57215 ай бұрын
Wow, just a ton of really great information. Thank you for doing this.
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@joshc.67065 ай бұрын
This is a good video. A lot of coaches will tell somebody just to do something for the sake of doing it because it works. You’re saying do something and then explaining why it works. Deeper learning can be had and application can now take place making it easier to remember. Very nice! Also great mental tip to stay prepared. Like a batter in baseball. They always need to expect a pitcher to go fastball. If the pitcher goes off speed then It’s much easier to adjust. If the batter expects off speed and the pitcher goes fastball, it’s getting blown by the batter every time.
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@janmills545 ай бұрын
Fantastic set up! Your instruction is very clear and helpful. Thanks for doing the videos 😊
@malouzarate14985 ай бұрын
❤your tutorials!!!
@MISSUCHICAGO6 ай бұрын
Kennedy is the best player😅
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
🥲
@masterballerb5 ай бұрын
Man this is great! Shows us the skills then plays it out. Great work man keep it up! 🔥🔥🔥
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Thanks! Will do!
@nonewherelistens19066 ай бұрын
Excellent video. Helps explain the context of technique in relation to the game for beginning and intermediate players.
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@andreii.60946 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video! I have a comment on your discussion of continental grip. I came to realization that the preferred grip may be also determined by one's wrist flexibility. I started with continental grip, it worked very well on my backhand, but I could not gain confidence in forehand volleys. My coach, Steve Paranto, advised me to switch to Eastern grip (and pointed out that several pros in our club have been moving to Eastern as well). This indeed fixed my forehand volleys without taking too much from backhand volleys. So, maybe, a more accurate way of putting it would be, continental grip should be a starting point, one should try and see how it works. If limitation is seen on one or the other side, adjust the grip. This applies even more to senior players. Some people just cannot be successful with continental.
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Absolutely, your point is spot on! It's really about what works best for you. The continental grip is a great starting line, but as you've found, switching to an Eastern grip helped your forehand volleys shine. It’s all about experimenting and finding that sweet spot, especially as personal flexibility and style come into play. Your coach Steve Paranto gave you solid advice, and it's cool to hear how adjusting your grip made such a difference. This definitely serves as a reminder that there's no strict rule for everyone, and sometimes, especially for senior players, tweaking things a bit can lead to better results. Thanks for sharing your experience!
@ilonapellegrini8150Ай бұрын
I am ex ping ping and i leave my finger on the paddle. An ex tennis player told me not to do that..now it's hard to switch what is your position on that? Does the finger in the paddle hinder performance (other than when the ball hits it on a backhand)
@AnnMitt6 ай бұрын
Your videos are 👑 !!
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
🙏❤️
@INFERNO1632110 сағат бұрын
Bro either there isn't a lot of people who play pickleball or you are not getting the subs and views you deserve.
@user-or9iy2xf1jАй бұрын
Very useful video, tq
@courvilleg16 ай бұрын
Great instruction.
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it
@sandylamba25466 ай бұрын
Great video with lots of good tips!!
@SEANRMZ5 ай бұрын
wow that sweet court and back ground scene thanks for the tips :) sean from Montreal
@SuperBbronson5 ай бұрын
Enjoying your videos are I am trying to improve my game
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Keep it up
@Cacheola6 ай бұрын
Great drone footage... nice setup there btw, wide open spaces, outdoor projector. Tiki bar under the solar panels? :)
@kristinek29164 ай бұрын
Thank you!! Very helpful 👍
@EnhancePickleball4 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@mcnillerandsons79064 ай бұрын
Appreciate your videos. I’ve really enjoyed learning the game and practicing your tips. You’re clearly a Selkirk fan but what are your thoughts on the Engage Pursuit Pro and Pro1 line?
@JustWinBaby_232 ай бұрын
What are some paddles you recommend for a beginner that aren’t $200+ ? I have a tennis background, so I don’t consider myself a beginner in pickleball.
@miken26045 ай бұрын
great video ... where is this filmed...looks great
@drewbarbosa95236 ай бұрын
Love your videos keep them coming!
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
✅
@weishen9009Ай бұрын
Pretty court!
@moasaad5 ай бұрын
Question: in doubles, should you be “watching” where your partner be hitting the ball to which opponent or just be watching the “ball” on your opponent side?
@barrydawg75446 ай бұрын
Connor,, your teaching methods and skills to make it user-friendly are AWESOME... Love watching your videos... do you play pro tournaments? is your ranking 5.0?
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! I was playing pro tournaments back when I started making videos and I got to a 6.5 DUPR. But now I just focus on helping other people :)
@barrydawg75446 ай бұрын
Very cool Connor, Dylan Frazier is a member of the Show Me PickleBall Club here in Columbia, Missouri which I belong to. Since going Pro he has been playing a great game. He comes to our yearly meetings when his schedule lets him. A full-time student at the University of Missouri here where he does his online school work while on the tour. Your court looks really good,, out in the desert somewhere.. lol.
@jillsharaga65802 ай бұрын
The female player "K" played the best 👌 😊Great tips 👍 I'll try some today 😊
@barkupmytrail6 ай бұрын
Great video!
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@bethpat95 ай бұрын
So good
@acarter20726 ай бұрын
Great lesson.
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Thanks! 😃
@helendate99052 ай бұрын
Can you do a clip on counteracting players that just like to smash every shot please
@rafaelkramer88416 ай бұрын
Love your videos.
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
So glad!
@tuckheck5 ай бұрын
Great video
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the visit
@amindfulemergence98355 ай бұрын
Looks like Arizona
@clemonjacksonsr.59122 ай бұрын
How to best react to chickenwing shots
@chriscaldwell98112 ай бұрын
Who is the smoke show in the skirt?
@christinahawley55594 ай бұрын
😅thank you
@Cacheola6 ай бұрын
Question - do you look and see every ball hit your paddle? With hand/eye sports, I find it's mostly a spacial awareness and muscle memory contact for me, unless I'm seeing but not registering?
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Most of it is muscle memory and spatial awareness for me too. Repetition and practice is always king - but focusing on and watching the ball definitely helps!
@trevorlee79456 ай бұрын
I am the same most of the time I dont even see the balls I hit
@Cacheola5 ай бұрын
good stuff, thanks guys
@chuckpoz19686 ай бұрын
That looks like Palm desert ? Maybe Arizona ? New house new court ? A hint as to your new location?
@valerietesauro31182 ай бұрын
How do I jeep from popping the ball up? Gives my opponent the opportunity to put it away
@dardar2673 ай бұрын
I say Ken was playing best out of the four of you😊
@SlamMasterPickleball3 ай бұрын
Want fast reaction time? There's a practice training drill paddle.
@doc-bj4bj6 ай бұрын
Where are you, in the middle of the desert?
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Joshua Tree! It's a place called the Sakura Edition
@fergsfamilyadventures4 ай бұрын
it looks nice!
@lobocnc6 ай бұрын
How would you explain JW Johnson's ready position?
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
JW Johnson is seriously talented and has spent a ton of time perfecting his technique on the court, which lets him rock a unique ready position. But for most of us, especially if you're not hitting that 5.0 level yet, the stance I showed in the video is gonna be your best bet. It's all about building a strong base for your game! Once you get to that crazy high level, you can start experimenting a bit more.
@lobocnc6 ай бұрын
@@EnhancePickleball Biomechanically, what JW Johnson does makes a lot of sense in that (counter to what might seem obvious), the fastest way to move your paddle from ready position to striking is rarely by travelling the shortest distance (the dynamics of your arm very complicated). I suspect a lot of the conventional wisdom comes from tennis, a sport that doesn't require the lightning fast readjustments that you get in a pickleball hands battle. But as you say, that's a lot for a beginner to digest.
@MeowRewind5 ай бұрын
Net kind of seems high no? doesn't dip in the middle, just a thought! let me know if im wrong :)
@kevinforward32495 ай бұрын
During the play section you all kept your racquets lower than you instructed
@chuckpoz19686 ай бұрын
Going to buy a house close bye to help my game lol Plus free court
@jimpagano94456 ай бұрын
How do you recommend tracking the balls that your partner is hitting? Do you look directly at them or use your peripheral vision? Maybe some combination of both?
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
I prefer just to look straight ahead and use peripheral vision. The ball is always going to be coming from your opponent in front of you, so I never turn my head back.
@fjg83405 ай бұрын
@@EnhancePickleball THIS
@kevinforward32495 ай бұрын
PS Excellent videos, my new favorite
@EnhancePickleball5 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@user-ed2pd6ne9k4 ай бұрын
Palm spring
@galacticmoth6 ай бұрын
Can I punch the back of my paddle when I hit the ball?
@robertpeyton45095 ай бұрын
Kent
@kkistbh8246 ай бұрын
Knew this guy was sus when he said “Balls blasted at you from the back” 😂
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
LMAO! Wasn't intentional
@trueblue17245 ай бұрын
You demonstrate a high quality in your understanding, and you instruct from a solid foundation, which I find rare today. I've only responded once on KZfaq, and that was to another of your caliber, but in tennis. 54 years ago, after playing with me for 30 minutes, the number one tennis player told me I was the best player he ever hit with. I've won national doubles tournaments in racquetball and paddleball. 74 now, playing pickleball and ping pong every day. I want to encourage you to continue playing. That's been my secret over the years... I only focus on playing. You can hit thousands of balls every session if you play with others who also want to keep the ball in play. Otherwise, I'd rather hit against a concrete wall (which I have logged thousands of hours against). Play till exhaustion, short break, rinse and repeat. Watch Cara Black volleys on wall to demonstrate. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lcmEm7R6zay3ip8.html
@Jadielrodz5 ай бұрын
Who ranks me? I keep seeing all the 2.5 or 4.5 I come from volleyball and such sooo yea
@karen116 ай бұрын
Great video. You might want to work on your microphone setup however as the volume is a bit low.
@EnhancePickleball6 ай бұрын
Noted!
@bonmay65 ай бұрын
Kennedy was the best
@Bob_DaBuilder-i3x6 ай бұрын
Y'all leave your off hands like limp noodles by your side. Make better use of your off hand for balance.
@Scot_White6 ай бұрын
The camera that is positioned behind you has a large dust spot on the sensor. It shows as a dark smudge in the blue sky. Your sensor needs cleaning! I liked your video though.
@russellmarkowitz88345 ай бұрын
I wish you would speak just a little slower, or speak more clearly. Sometimes I just miss what you say completely.
@bonmay65 ай бұрын
You can change the speed to suit your needs. I sped it up a lot and thought he spoke very clearly and succintly.
@shipwreck88472 ай бұрын
You guys live in a compound out in the middle of nowhere.
@aca9485 ай бұрын
you thinks he gets mad when his sister showing all that leg? or he maybe he like it