It’s okay to hit people…with a pickleball. In fact, it’s kind of fun!

Aiming a shot at your opponent is a legitimate strategy. It’s difficult to defend your body! When you hit directly at a person, there’s usually a split second of indecision whether to return the ball as a forehand or a backhand. A split second is all that you need in pickleball!

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People are going to get hit, but that’s okay. Nobody likes getting hit, but it’s a part of the game. C’mon…a pickleball doesn’t hurt that much.

Now, there are some general guidelines when hitting at your opponent:

1. Keep it under control - Hit at a speed where you have control over where your shot is going
2. Don’t do it out of anger - If you’re angry and hit your opponent because of it, that’s not cool
3. No head hunting - Aim for the body, but keep it below the neckline
4. Say sorry - Even if you don’t mean it

Hitting the ball at your opponent is a legitimate strategy, and people are going to get hit with the ball. It’s a part of the game!

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