Beating Bangers!

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One of the biggest challenges in pickleball is facing opponents who hit hard from almost anywhere on the court. In this session, you’ll learn how to recognize different playing styles and develop a game plan that keeps you in control—so you dictate play rather than just reacting. When playing against bangers, it can be tempting to fight fire with fire and start hitting everything hard. Or, you might find yourself constantly on defense, struggling to keep up with their pace. Instead of falling into their game, you’ll learn how to neutralize their power, slow things down, and turn their aggression into easy points. Most bangers rely on power over precision, meaning they often lack touch and control. You’ll develop strategies to force them into uncomfortable situations, make them miss, and take advantage of their weaknesses. By the end of this session, you’ll know exactly what to do when facing hard hitters—and you might even start enjoying it when they bang the ball because you’ll be ready to win the point with ease.