Padel World Press .- All fans and paddle players have 'faced' before or after this question: What is your level? Providing an adequate response is very important, especially if we decide to join a tournament or if we want to play against another couple we do not know. In both cases, competing at our level will make us enjoy vibrant clashes, very equal points and uncertain results.
What should we take into account when carrying out our self-assessment? First, note that the score goes from 1.0 to 7.0
- Level 1.0: For people who have just started playing padel ...
- Level 1.5: Fans with very little experience, whose level is limited to trying to keep the ball in play.
- Level 2.0: In this group could be included all those players who avoid going to the network because they feel more secure in the back of the track. They still have trouble returning the ball after the rebound in the wall.
- Level 2.5: The ball speed has improved and, although it is about 'avoiding' the backhand, it does try to execute it from time to time. Although the network continues to command a lot of respect, it begins to go to it more frequently. In this phase some rebounds on the wall begin to be returned with ease, new blows such as balloons and finishes are sought,… In short: we start to have fun.
- Level 3.0: The fans already make flat and cut shots, the serve and the rest are taking shape, the volleys are acceptable, we strengthen the rebounds on the wall ... That is, our paddle begins to be more consistent.
- Level 3.5: Very similar to the previous one. The main differences are that the direction given to the different blows is better controlled and that the ball speed that we are capable of holding is much higher. In turn, we are also better positioned according to the partner.
- Level 4.0: From this point, we can already talk about experienced players who are very reliable in most of the so-called basic hits (right, backhand, both volleys, serves, rest and balloons) and who are developing blows such as the descent of wall on both sides and the tray. The air play ceases to be a problem because the shots begin to come out with the right power and direction. One of the most common causes of loss of points is the lack of patience and the bad reading of the wall rebounds that enter the other way round.
- Level 4.5: Let's list the things that the player is already capable of doing in each hit as well as the facets of the game that he can master:
Right: Very reliable. Use speed, control and variety of strokes with depth.
Reverse: You can control direction and depth but suffers when defending difficult shots.
Take out and rest: Take out with placement and control, committing few double faults. Use power and cut balls. His remains are aggressive and in control.
Volleys: It is positioned well on foot, controls rallies on the volleys. He has power, control and depth in the right volleys but he still makes mistakes when playing with power.
Rebounds: Good descent of right wall. As for the reverse slope, get depth and placement
Other hits: Get final shots, getting to take the ball by 4 in some occasions. It is no longer strange that I get left volleyed.
Therefore, it could be said that his style of play is based on hits with relative power and good coverage on the court. You can start to vary the game depending on the opponent. It presents an aggressive game on the net, with good anticipation.
- Level 5.0: He has managed to consolidate and strengthen all of the above ... He hardly makes mistakes with the backhand and his volley, the wall descents are aggressive and he begins to be more intelligent and disciplined on the court. Prepare the points by taking them to the terrain where it is safest, being more aware of when to take risks. Take advantage and see better the weak points of the opponent, so he can attack them.
- Level 5.5: The differences between levels are already minimal. In this case, the players are a point better prepared both physically and mentally.
- Level 6.0 - 7.0: Expert professionals. The different professionals, who are now called World Paddle Tour Players, would form part of this group.
To make a summary, the different levels would be:
- Between 1 and 1.5: Initiation Level
- Between 2 and 2.5: Intermediate level
- Between 3 and 3.5: High Intermediate Level
- Between 4 and 4.5: Advanced level
- Between 5 and 5.5: Professional level
- Between 6 and 7: Competition Level
Which one would you be?
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