Skills
4 min read26 September 2026When to Smash and When Not To
The discipline that separates levels.
The smash is the most misused shot in club padel.
Smash When
The ball is high, short and in front of you, and you are balanced.
Do Not Smash When
You are moving backwards, the ball is behind your head, or it is low.
The Alternative
Bandeja. Keep the net, wait for a better ball.
Target
Body or the middle. Wall exits are for players who practise them.