Season 24, Episode 79: Shaun Boyce and Jim Carella

Today we’ve invited USPTA certified pickleball pro Jim Carella who will share today’s pro tip, helping you to dominate the court. Hit the play button and get to know what interesting he shares and let us know what should be in our next episode.

About Today’s Guest

Jim Carella is a USPTA and PPR certified pickleball professional with years of experience coaching players of all levels. Known as Jimbo Pickleball, he’s passionate about helping players enhance their skills and enjoy the game to its fullest.

What You’ll Get to Know

• Why the continental grip is considered the best for pickleball.
• The importance of a strong ready position and how it can improve your reaction time.
• Insights on adapting techniques from tennis to pickleball for better performance.

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Hey hey, this is Shaun with the Atlanta Tennis Podcast, powered by GoTennis.

And today's tip comes from USPTA and PPR certified pickleball pro Jim Carella.

And it's for all you pickleballers out there.

Have a listen and let us know what you think.

Hi Jim Carella here, aka Jimbo Pickleball.

Today we're talking about the grip and the pickleball ready position.

I'm often asked what grip should I use?

Well, the continental grip probably is the best for pickleball.

Gives you the best of both worlds.

The other is what type of ready position?

Extremely important.

If you're a tennis player, ready position is important, but pickleball is imperative.

Get that paddle out in front.

Be ready. Speed ups come very fast.

Remember you're only 14 feet apart from your opponent.

So being prepared is key.

Hope this helps.

Happy Pickling.

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