Flat volley
A volley with direct contact and little spin, for pace when the ball is above the net.
Cuándo jugarlo
On a ball above the height of the net. To finish a point at the feet or through the gap.
Cómo jugarlo
Square racket face and a firm wrist. Meet the ball in front and punch slightly down. Aim at the feet or the middle.
Errores habituales
Hitting a flat volley from below the net, which goes long. Flicking the wrist.
Reglas de este golpe
Preguntas
¿Es legal la flat volley en el pádel?
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).