Book
The art of pickleball : techniques and strategies for everyone / by Gale H. Leach.
"Pickleball is a fun, fast-paced game that is gaining popularity around the world because it's easy to learn and can be played by all ages. This book describes everything from equipment to tournament strategy in straightforward, conversational language that will benefit novice and seasoned players alike. The Art of Pickleball explains how to perform basic and advanced strokes and provides excellent tips for doubles play, mental conditioning, and offensive and defensive strategies. Drills are included to help readers develop recommended shots." -- Back cover
Record details
- ISBN: 1937083632
- ISBN: 9781937083632
- Physical Description: xx, 233 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
- Edition: Fifth edition.
- Publisher: Surprise, Arizona : Two Cats Press, 2021.
- Copyright: ©2021
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (page 209) and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Overview of the game -- Warm-ups, fitness, and safety -- Grips, paddle angles, and ball placement -- Stroke preparation -- The serve -- Groundstrokes -- Volleys -- Spins -- Playing the game -- Strategies and tactics -- Practice, correcting problems, and drills -- The mental game -- Etiquette, ethics, and sportsmanship -- Notes about tournament play -- References -- Appendix A: glossary of terms -- Appendix B: the court -- Appendix C: wheelchair/adaptive pickleball -- Index |
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| Subject: | Racket games. Pickleball (Game) Pickleball (Game) > Handbooks, manuals, etc. |
| Genre: | Handbooks and manuals. |
