Pickleball, anyone?

Park day on Thursday, May 22 will be held at Cole Park in Salem, west of Machiel Pulley’s home. If you’ve never played pickleball, this is your chance! Below are some videos to help you learn the rules and basic skills. I’ll include a few videos for more experienced players as well. Don’t feel like you have to be a pro by Thursday but watching at least the first video will be very helpful.

Basic Introduction:

(Tip: as you watch the different videos, notice that *usually* the wrist on the paddle hand is kept straight. The primary motion is from the shoulder joint.)

https://youtu.be/rD1O3R9B0Sw?si=ldq7j6O1_A6pU42x

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDDwZgepQeE

Here are a few more clips:

Basics of a Pickleball serve

Paddle position (keep in mind that if you are lefthanded, you’ll want to think 1 o’clock, instead of 11)

5 tips for those with some experience

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