Dead volley
An informal name for a volley cushioned so softly that the ball barely bounces after landing just over the net. It is the same idea as the stop volley.
Wann du ihn spielst
When both opponents are behind the service line. On a fast ball you can cushion, which takes away nearly all its pace.
So spielst du ihn
Relax your grip just before contact. Let the racket give backwards as the ball arrives, with the face slightly open. Aim just over the net and away from both opponents.
Typische Fehler
Playing it when an opponent is close to the net. A stiff wrist, so the ball bounces up and sits there.
Regeln für diesen Schlag
Fragen
Ist der Schlag dead volley im Padel erlaubt?
Legal under Rule 14 b. Play the ball on your own side and keep clear of the net: touching it loses the point under Rule 13 a.