The 3rd Shot Drop is considered the most important stroke to master in pickleball and the tool that separates beginners from more advanced players.

It’s called the Third Shot Drop because it’s hit by the Serving Team from the baseline after the Serve (1st Shot) and Return of Serve (2nd Shot) and it “drops” into the opponent’s Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) aka Kitchen, like a long dink [   • How To Dink In Pickleball, The RIGHT ...  ].

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The purpose of the Third Shot Drop is to hit an unattackable ball that forces your opponents to hit UP on it while giving you the TIME you need to get up to the Kitchen Line and into the point!

Certified pickleball coaches Barrett and Danea Bass walk you through every aspect of hitting a successful 3rd Shot Drop from your baseline into your opponent’s kitchen. Learn the tips and techniques to master a consistent 3rd Shot Drop and give your team the best chance of getting to the NVZ Line to go on offense.

We show third shot drop drills for Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced Players with a focus on forehand and backhand drops and getting to the Kitchen Line in PlayPickleball.com’s Ultimate Guide to the 3rd Shot Drop.

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