Last week we did right side...today it's left! This episode of the '4.0 to Pro' pickleball podcast, hosted by Michael O' Neal and Scott Fliegelman, delves into strategies and techniques for playing on the left side of the pickleball court. After covering right side play in a previous episode, they switch focus to the left side, discussing responsibilities, shot selection, and partner dynamics. The hosts emphasize the importance of consistent backhand dinks, footwork, and off-ball movement to create pressure and opportunities for points. They also discuss fitness and cross-training to enhance game performance. The episode includes discussions on specific shots like the instigator shot, shake and bake, and introducing the concept of shake and broil for advanced teamwork on the court. The conversation wraps up with advice on improving partner communication and the effectiveness of being more vocal during games. 00:00 Welcome to the Pocket-Sized Pickleball Podcast! 00:26 Diving Into Left Side Play Strategies 01:10 Promo Codes and Pickleball Apparel Chat 03:22 Evolution of Pickleball and Player Dynamics 07:18 Deep Dive: Left Side Player's Role and Techniques 22:23 Advanced Strategies and Partner Dynamics 27:30 Wrapping Up and Next Steps Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices