Stop Just Blocking! Add a Backhand Roll Volley to Your Game

🎁 *FREE Backhand Roll Volley Cheat Sheet:* https://athenapickleball.kit.com/back... Ready to take your pickleball volleys to the next level? If you've gotten comfortable with your basic punch volleys, it might be time to add the *backhand roll volley* to your game! The backhand roll volley is a great shot for intermediate pickleball players looking to add more topspin, pace, and pressure at the kitchen line. And the good news? It's probably easier to learn than you think! In this video, I break down the mechanics of the backhand roll volley and work with my student Maggie to help her develop a more aggressive, reliable shot. *You'll learn:* ✅ Why even a backhand roll can have a little flick — and how to use your shoulder for stability while allowing some wrist action for extra pace and spin. ✅ How to generate topspin and power using your legs and shoulder (not just your wrist!) ✅ When to use the backhand roll to keep opponents back or attack during dink rallies. ✅ Proper paddle position, contact point, and technique. ✅ How to add this versatile shot to your game as you progress through the 3.5–4.0 levels. Whether you're learning the backhand roll volley for the first time or trying to make yours more consistent, these tips will help you become a more dangerous player at the kitchen line. *⏱️ CHAPTERS* 0:00 – Why You Need the Backhand Roll Volley 0:27 – Backhand Roll vs. Backhand Flick 1:13 – When to Use the Backhand Roll 2:12 – Grip and Technique 2:38 – Generating Topspin and Power 4:40 – Coaching Maggie: Backhand Roll Fundamentals 7:11 – Putting the Technique Into Practice 8:21 – Using the Roll to Keep Opponents Back 9:23 – Final Tips *🏓 MY PICKLEBALL GEAR* CRBN Pickleball - Barrage1 – Save 10% sitewide with code COACHJESS: https://www.crbnpickleball.com TENNIIXX Ball Machine – Save 5% with code JESS5: https://tenniix.ai Website: https://athenapb.com Instagram: @athenajess Subscribe for practical pickleball technique, strategy, and coaching to help you become a smarter, more dangerous player on the court! #Pickleball #PickleballTips #BackhandRollVolley