#1025: Why Should You Not Target the Weaker Player?

#1025: Coach Mindy Yoder says that hitting to the weaker player can make sense if your goal is to win the game, but can also backfire if the stronger player takes over the court and poaches aggressively, ending points quickly. In rec play, you might want to embrace more challenge and have better points by including the stronger player — which can make it a better experience for everyone — especially the stronger player, who is there to play pickleball and will not appreciate being "avoided." 

In this episode you’ll hear:

• Why targeting the weaker player depends on your goal

• How avoiding the stronger player can actually hurt your own game

• Why targeting can backfire when the stronger partner starts poaching everything

• What to say when your partner points out that all the balls are coming to you

• How using the middle of the court can help bring your partner into the point

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