Defensive Dinking Technique in Pickleball: A one-hour defensive dinking pickleball clinic will take place on Wednesday, April 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Academy Park outdoor pickleball courts in Franklin, Tennessee. Led by instructor Marne Smith, the class is open to adult players looking to boost their skills.
Focus on Defensive Skills
The session will center on honing defensive dinking—a key skill used to control rallies and slow down fast-paced points. The clinic will be held at the Enrichment Center, located at 110 Everbright Avenue.
Defensive dinking skills
Players will receive focused coaching on how to use soft shots to stay in points, regain positioning, and pressure opponents into making mistakes.
Location, Sign-Up, and Guidelines
The outdoor courts at Academy Park will serve as the clinic’s venue. The class requires a minimum of three players to run. Participants must provide at least 48 hours notice to cancel and request a refund.
Outdoor Pickleball Courts at the Enrichment Center
Once the session begins, no refunds will be issued. To register or ask questions, players can contact the program’s coordinators.
Sharpening Skills for Smarter Play
This clinic offers a chance for players to add defensive tools to their game. As pickleball continues to grow in popularity, sessions like these help athletes advance their skill set and play more strategically in competitive settings.
News in Brief: Defensive Dinking Technique in Pickleball
A defensive dinking pickleball clinic for adult pickleball players will be held Wednesday, April 23, from 9:00–10:00 a.m. at the Academy Park outdoor courts in Franklin. Instructor Marne Smith leads the session. Space is limited with a three-player minimum.
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