Backhand volley down the line
A backhand volley straight along the side wall, to the player opposite you.
When to play it
When the opponent opposite has drifted to the middle. To change direction.
How to play it
Meet the ball a little later, alongside your body. Face pointing along the side wall. Give it a little more height over the net.
Common mistakes
Hitting into the higher part of the net. Going over the side wall.
Rules for this shot
Questions
Is the backhand volley down the line legal in padel?
Legal under Rule 14.1a once the ball has crossed the net. You lose the point if you play it on your opponents' side before it crosses (Rule 13.1f) or touch the net or posts with your body or racket (Rule 13.1a).