How To Attack Like A Pro In Pickleball! | Catherine Parenteau

In this tutorial, we're diving deep into the strategic realm of speed ups in pickleball. Learn the when and how behind ramping up your pace on the court, unlocking a new level of gameplay.
Whether you're looking to catch your opponents off guard, seize control of the rally, or simply inject some intensity into your matches, mastering the art of speed is essential. We've got you covered with practical tips and techniques to help you decide on when and how to speed up the ball.
If you're ready to elevate your gameplay and become a force to be reckoned with on the court, hit play and let's speed things up! 🏓💨 #pickleballpro #SpeedUp #pickleball #pickleballplayers #attack #ppatour #ppa
CONTENT -
0:00 - Intro
00:10 - "The Shove" Speed up
0:18 - "Topspin Out Of The Air" Speed Up
02:22 - Locking Your Wrist
03:26 - Deciding When To Speed Up
04:24 - Things to Look for
05:13 - Drills
07:22 - Outro and Blooper

[@linsu2854]

I have been admiring Catherine's skills greatly and am so glad I get to learn from you through this channel. I love that you go straight to the point, no fluff with details and clarity. Look forward to going through all of your videos. Thanks.

[@sandylamba2546]

Thank you for this video!!

[@shipwreck8847]

So good. definitely one of the best demonstrations by a pro player. These are really great tips that are more detailed than the general tips I see elsewhere.

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

I appreciate that!

[@jovandavid2059]

Yesssss i sooo glad she made a channel!!!!

[@supermochithedog6896]

Great tips!

[@alvaroheller9064]

Great player, great teacher! Thanks!

[@gk-qf9hv]

Great video! Thanks

[@DanielLiu-lc3ly]

Great video. Very helpful. Thank you Catherine!

[@MD-hk8xq]

An amazing player, fabulous teacher. Very charismatic! Love you and Athena!

[@EK-gf7yu]

Love your videos, you explain very clearly thank you

[@myfirsttime6099]

Great job ladies!

[@charlesmuller120]

Love your wrist tip!

[@pickleballinwithdave]

nice job!

[@RRXY775]

Love you guys!! Thank you both for these amazing explanations ❤

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

Thanks for watching!

[@DeeTeeHawaii]

Catherine, I like that you explained your backhand top-spin speed-up rolls. I've recently been practicing a deceptive version of this shot by making it look like I'm going to do a backhanded cross-court dink, but instead I do the backhand speed-up down-the-line. It throws off 90% of my opponents.. LOL.. Also, you've been very successful you've been when you play "tactically aggressive" so, I'm embracing that mentality as well. It's better to pressure your opponent with amazing offense rather than being soft and giving your opponent time to react and set-up their own shots. Overall, I think this type of video topic is great for you to cover because it helps amateurs and aspiring pros rationalize why we choose specific shots during various scenarios; especially at the high-level gameplay where intelligently disguised power shots combined with top-spin and the proper angle is key to winning the point & setting up your own finishing shots (Ex: Shake & Bake + Poaching strategies) Keep these fun educational vids coming! 👍✊️💪 It's exciting to see advanced strategies coming from you!

[@AlJennings]

OMG! I already know that this channel is going to blow up! So helpful. You explain things in a way that I can understand and your topics are on point. You talk about the kind of things that will help my game get to the next level. You seem to really want to help people improve. Thank you!😊

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

❤️❤️❤️

[@jenniferthompson761]

Thanks for the tip on keeping our wrist locked and using our forearm to speed the ball up out of the air. I’m excited to practice it correctly 😂 Hi to you both from Jen and Jenn in Charlotte 😊

[@kcarwen5262]

Catherine, ❤love these type of videos! Very advanced tips. I’ve seen you do that back-hand roll speed up in competition on TV😁thanks Athena good drills

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

Glad it was helpful!

[@denischasse3567]

Intéressant! Une question de lecture du jeu aussi,

[@SEANRMZ]

Merci vous deux!!! sean de Montreal

[@VapingJulianFiverr]

Awesome tips! Fier de voir une fille de Repentigny aussi bien nous représenter!

[@andresdavila4500]

I struggle with the forehand top spin speed up, I’ve noticed I use a lot of wrist, when it works it has so much top spin that it is tough for the opponents to control however it is a less consistent shot… need to lock my wrist!

[@picklepreneurs]

That’s super useful on not going for the first one but having that as almost a build up to the second put away. Time to drill

[@Evan-ed7pu]

I agree, definitely adding that to the repertoire. Sometimes happens accidentally but I think more conscious partial power speed ups to setup a bad block and finish on second is a great tool to add

[@deanmarty5956]

My two favorite ladies of PB!!!! Great video!!! Bonjour Catherine. Dis-moi: Comment arrives-tu à être aussi précise quand tu attaques une partie spécifique du corps de ton opposant. Énormément de répétitons? Ou tu as d'autres trucs? De Martin du Québec!!!

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

Merci beaucoup! Oui en effet! Beaucoup beaucoup de répétitions 😊

[@rosariarose4181]

I love those shorts. I tried to find them 😭 do you have a link?

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

I'm working with Skechers on a clothing line so I'll release a video with a link when it's ready!

[@ThePaddlewan]

Nice Video. Simple and on point. I am struggling with developing a backhand topspin drive. Have tried both one handed and two handed but very inconsistent when I try to hit aggressive backhand topspin drive. Will appreciate any feedback or tips @catherine.

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

The technique is similar to the BH topspin dink which we have a video on. The difference being you want the ball to travel a longer distance on a drive so your follow through will be longer and you will swing more through the ball rather than up. Less is more!

[@ThePaddlewan]

Thank you !

[@nuclearmusic77]

Catherine! Should I be trying this at 4.0 level?

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

Yes! For sure 😊

[@gregp7855]

Should I try to 1-2 combo, or a full three piece combo with a side of fries to finish the rally?

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

🤣🤣

[@ilzephyrli]

Is your grip the same for forehand and backhand speed up?

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

I use more of an eastern girl with my FH and more of a continental grip for my BH!

[@ilzephyrli]

@@CatherineParenteauPB oh wow changing mid rally sounds difficult! Any tips?

[@shipwreck8847]

@@CatherineParenteauPB Are you switching grips? How do you grip when you do hand battles? I feel like I feel more comfortable with a continental backhand but eastern forehand, but it's hard to hit a backhand with an eastern grip and vice versa.

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

If I am hitting a BH or FH roll or speed up it is usually because I have some time which allows me to switch grips!

[@CatherineParenteauPB]

During hand battles I don't switch grips. I stay in eastern as I don't have time to switch grips! It is definitely something you can work on! Feeling more comfortable hitting a BH in an eastern grip!

[@DianSusiana98]

Learning by repeated viewing.