Padel Coach App Blog
Padel articles for better practice and match decisions.
Explore guides on technique, tactics, training habits, and how to use tracking to make progress visible.
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Star Point in padel: how the 2026 scoring format works
Learn what Star Point means at 40–40, how it differs from Advantage and Golden Point, and what to confirm before your next match.
Padel Australian vs conventional formation: how to choose
Compare Australian and conventional padel serving formations, understand what the research does and does not show, and choose a pattern your pair can cover.
Can you leave the padel court to return a ball? 2026 rules explained
Find out when out-of-court play is allowed in padel, what court setup is required, and when a ball that exits through a side opening remains live.
Who takes the middle ball in padel? A simple partner decision rule
Stop hesitating over padel balls between partners. Use position, an early call, and a clear cover plan to decide who plays the middle.
How to practise the padel split-step: a progression for faster first steps
Learn when to split-step in padel and follow a four-stage progression from shadow timing to live points, with simple coaching cues and scoring.
How to return a padel serve and reach the net
Learn how to choose a safer padel serve return, when to use the glass, and how to move forward without handing the server an easy volley.
Bandeja vs víbora vs smash: which padel overhead should you play?
Choose the right padel overhead from the lob, your balance, and your contact point with a practical decision table for bandeja, víbora, smash, or reset.
How to record a padel match for useful video analysis
A practical phone-camera setup for capturing padel technique, positioning, and repeatable patterns without losing the action behind glass or fencing.
How to use the back glass in padel: a beginner's guide
Learn when to let the ball reach the back glass, where to stand, how to move, and how to practise a reliable return without rushing the shot.
Padel serve rules explained: bounce, waist height, foot faults and lets
A clear guide to the 2026 padel serve rules, including where to stand, how high you can strike the ball, service-box lines, fence faults and net lets.
What to look for in a padel app for improving your game
A player-focused guide to choosing a padel app that supports video feedback, drills, progress tracking, and better training habits.
How to use AI video analysis to improve your padel game
A simple workflow for recording padel clips, reviewing AI feedback, choosing a focus, and tracking progress over time.
What to track after every padel match
The key notes padel players should log after a match to improve faster and make training more specific.