Pickleball Tips - 4.0 To Pro, A Pocket-Sized Pickleball Podcast Michael O'Neal & Scott Fliegelman

Today Michael shares his experience from the APP tournament at Flushing Meadows in New York City. Michael recounts playing in various events, including the Humana Cup and senior pro singles and doubles, reflecting on his growth and strategy adjustments, including (spoiler alert) his first senior pro win! The episode also covers drills like the instigator drill, the importance of adapting playing styles, and advice on finding the right paddle, including feedback on the Selkirk Labs 006. Listeners are encouraged to share their experiences and questions for future episodes. 

00:00 Welcome to 4.0 to Pro: The Pickleball Podcast
00:09 Recording Under Unique Circumstances
00:52 Recapping the APP Event in New York City
01:27 Tournament Experiences and Strategies
04:17 The Transition from Semi-Pro to Pro
06:15 Q&A: Adapting to Your Partner's Play Style
11:21 Drills and Techniques for Improving Your Game
20:24 Exploring Paddle Options and Strategies
24:27 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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This episode of '4.0 to Pro' delves into the often-overlooked aspect of pickleball - off-ball movement. Hosts Michael O'Neal and Scott Fliegelman discuss the importance of movement when not in direct play, sharing insights from their experiences and coaching. They cover strategies like poaching, baiting, and fake switching to disrupt opponents and gain an advantage. The episode also highlights the significance of understanding your position and the opponent's likely moves, enabling players to make anticipatory moves.

00:00 Welcome to 4.0 to Pro
00:07 Recap of Recent Pickleball Events and Personal Updates
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01:36 Diving Deep into Off Ball Movement in Pickleball
03:37 The Art of the Poach: Strategies and Stories
09:50 Understanding Off Ball Movement: Pro Tips and Tactics
18:25 The Shake and Broil Strategy Explained
19:57 Super Secret Pro Tip: Faking the Switch
22:35 Closing Thoughts and Call for Reviews
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(Replay Episode 4) Today we are chatting serve return!

There are a few techniques we can learn to give us a huge advantage in our serve game...and a few of them start before you even step on the court or begin your game.
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Today we talk serves! There are multiple things to consider when serving in Pickleball. Alignment, location, serve choice, and much more. In this episode we learn how the pros serve and what they consider before every point.
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Today Michael O'Neal and Scott Fliegelman discuss the evolving strategy of the FIFTH shot drive in pickleball, moving away from traditional play, towards more aggressive tactics facilitated by advancements in paddle technology. They explore how these changes are affecting the game, including how to effectively use and defend against powerful drives. The discussion also covers the impact of new paddle technologies, like the Gen 3 paddles, contributing to harder hits with less effort and more spin, significantly changing gameplay strategies. Furthermore, they touch on personal experiences and techniques to adapt to and counter this emerging play style, emphasizing the need for recalibration in response to the evolution of pickleball equipment and tactics. The episode also includes a mention of a community support initiative for a fellow player diagnosed with cancer, illustrating the close-knit nature of the pickleball community.

00:00 Welcome to 4.0 to Pro: The Pickleball Podcast
00:36 Shoutout to Montis Pickleball & Personal Updates
01:29 Supporting a Friend in Need: Brent YY's Battle
02:19 Observations from the Court: The Evolution of Pickleball
05:29 The Impact of New Paddle Technology on the Game
07:19 Mastering and Defending Against the New Power Drive
13:57 Defensive Strategies Against High-Power Shots
23:45 Concluding Thoughts and a Call to Action
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This is a replay of episode 2 for those that may have missed it! Have a listen to refresh your 3rds!
Today we are talking 3rd shots! There used to be 1 choice for our 3rd shots....the traditional drop! Because of paddle technology and the evolution of the game, we now have at least 4 options on how to handle our 3rd. Have you mastered all 4?
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