Body volley
A volley aimed at an opponent's hip or chest to cramp them, so they cannot swing freely.
Hvornår du spiller det
When the opponent is close to the net. Off a high ball you can hit down.
Sådan spiller du det
Pick the opponent's racket hip as the target. Punch firmly with a short stroke. Recover quickly for the reflex reply.
Typiske fejl
Aiming at the head, which is dangerous and unsporting. Hitting softly, which gives them time.
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Spørgsmål
Er body volley tilladt i padel?
Legal: a ball that hits an opponent before it bounces is a correct return under Rule 14.1a, and the player hit loses the point (Rule 13.1k). Aiming at the head goes against the conduct norms on unsportsmanlike play.