The Poacher Who Canāt Stop Himself
Nothing impacts team chemistry quite like someone stealing your shotā¦ repeatedly.
Poaching in pickleball can be strategic, effective, and even game-changing - when itās done right. But thereās a fine line between smart, well-timed aggression andā¦ letās call it what it is: court hijacking.
This week, Tracieās back with coach Greg Dedrick to unpack when poaching works, when it backfires, and why your partner might not be as thrilled as you are when you swoop in.
In this episode, youāll hear:
The difference between strategic poaching and āgreedyā poaching
Why poaching in open play can actually hurt your partnerās game
How bad poaching throws both players out of position (and rhythm)
The surprising role of communication and trust in effective teamwork
When poaching is a weaponāand when itās justā¦ rude
The big takeaway:
Poaching isnāt about taking overāitās about working with your partner. If itās not making both players better, itās probably making things worse.
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