Into the net - coming forward for tactical play/ the importance of holding the net If you’re new to Padel it’s possible you might not yet know the importance of holding the net. Padel coaches around the world are forever encouraging players to take those five or six...
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H – How to hold a Padel racket
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
How to hold a Padel racket - continental hand grip So, you’ve just picked up a Padel racket and need to know how to hold it? Don’t worry, by the end of this article you’ll practically be on the path to World domination, or perhaps able to hold your own in a local...
G – Golden Point Rule
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Golden Point. What are the origins of this 'punto de oro' The golden point, sounds very majestic, doesn’t it? Well, there’s good reason for that, introduced by the World Padel Tour in 2020 The Gold Point is a new rule that’s recognized as one of the alternative...
F – Fernando “Bela” Belasteguin
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Fernando "Bela" Belasteguin When it comes to Padel, they don’t make players much better than Fernando "Bela" Belasteguin. Born in Argentina in 1979, the record-breaking player now resides in Barcelona Spain. Bela was once the youngest player to hold a World No. 1...
E – Enrique Corcuera
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
E is for Enrique Corcuera founder of first Padel court in Acapulco in 1969 Â Despite feeling like a recent revelation, it was 1969 when a wealthy Mexican sports fanatic named Enrique Corcuera accidently invented Padel. Corcuera scaled down a Tennis court due to a lack...
D – Deuce
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Deuce Most people know what deuce means in Padel and tennis. It’s when the score in a game reaches 40 all. But for most people, they’ve not been given any greater insight into the matter. We think you deserve better. Now, some of you reading may know that tennis has...
C – Carbon
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Carbon Carbon is a material commonly used in the manufacturing of Padel rackets, both in the frame and the face. Its unique combination of durability and low weight make it an ideal choice. So let’s dive into the world of carbon Padel racket manufacturing. As far as...
B – Bandeja
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Bandeja Bandeja!? Who or what is a Bandeja? I hear you ask. It literally translates from the Spanish as ‘tray’ — but that’s not particularly useful… What it really means in Padel is a sliced volley. Padel rallies typically evolve such that one pair is attacking while...
A – Alfonso de Hohenlohe
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Alfonso de Hohenlohe Alfonso was the man who introduced Padel to Spain, and to Europe. Few figures in Padel history can boast such a colourful lineage. A prince of the house of Hohenlohe-Langenburg (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hohenlohe-Langenburg) on his fathers...
30 years of Padel in England
Aug 30, 2022 | 0 Comments
30 years of Padel in England.
Here’s a quick timeline of padel in the UK from the first courts in the UK in 1992 and the conception of the
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Coaches Corner: Unleash The VIBORA
Oct 7, 2023
In this first instalment of the Padel Smash Series I will be talking about a shot of particular intrigue—the "Vibora". An aggressive overhead smash named after the Spanish word for "snake", the Vibora offers players a potent weapon on the padel court. In this article,...
Tournament Recap: UK Padel Youth Padel Tour Round 2
Oct 5, 2023
This past weekend UK Padel hosted the 2nd round of the UK Padel Youth Padel Tour bringing together enthusiastic juniors with varying levels of padel experience. It was a day filled with fun, laughter, and a healthy dose of competition. Again, we used the Americano...
Revealing the Padel Smash Arsenal
Sep 30, 2023
The scene is set. You have the net. Your opponent’s drop their racquet way below the ball. You know what’s coming next. You drop back and prepare the racquet high above your head. But now what to do? Where to hit? At the feet, the corner, the cage? What type of spin...
Autumn Thrills: Turn Chilly Days into Padel Wins
Sep 23, 2023
Hello everybody, autumn has arrived! That means the temperatures are starting to drop and we’ll be getting a few more raindrops! This week I want to give you some tips on the best ways to deal with rain on a padel court. But first, I wanted to briefly chat about the...
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Coaches Corner: Unleash The VIBORA
Oct 7, 2023
In this first instalment of the Padel Smash Series I will be talking about a shot of particular intrigue—the "Vibora". An aggressive overhead smash named after the Spanish word for "snake", the Vibora offers players a potent weapon on the padel court. In this article,...
Tournament Recap: UK Padel Youth Padel Tour Round 2
Oct 5, 2023
This past weekend UK Padel hosted the 2nd round of the UK Padel Youth Padel Tour bringing together enthusiastic juniors with varying levels of padel experience. It was a day filled with fun, laughter, and a healthy dose of competition. Again, we used the Americano...
Revealing the Padel Smash Arsenal
Sep 30, 2023
The scene is set. You have the net. Your opponent’s drop their racquet way below the ball. You know what’s coming next. You drop back and prepare the racquet high above your head. But now what to do? Where to hit? At the feet, the corner, the cage? What type of spin...
Autumn Thrills: Turn Chilly Days into Padel Wins
Sep 23, 2023
Hello everybody, autumn has arrived! That means the temperatures are starting to drop and we’ll be getting a few more raindrops! This week I want to give you some tips on the best ways to deal with rain on a padel court. But first, I wanted to briefly chat about the...
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I – Into the net
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Into the net - coming forward for tactical play/ the importance of holding the net If you’re new to Padel it’s possible you might not yet know the importance of holding the net. Padel coaches around the world are forever encouraging players to take those five or six...
H – How to hold a Padel racket
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
How to hold a Padel racket - continental hand grip So, you’ve just picked up a Padel racket and need to know how to hold it? Don’t worry, by the end of this article you’ll practically be on the path to World domination, or perhaps able to hold your own in a local...
G – Golden Point Rule
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Golden Point. What are the origins of this 'punto de oro' The golden point, sounds very majestic, doesn’t it? Well, there’s good reason for that, introduced by the World Padel Tour in 2020 The Gold Point is a new rule that’s recognized as one of the alternative...
F – Fernando “Bela” Belasteguin
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Fernando "Bela" Belasteguin When it comes to Padel, they don’t make players much better than Fernando "Bela" Belasteguin. Born in Argentina in 1979, the record-breaking player now resides in Barcelona Spain. Bela was once the youngest player to hold a World No. 1...
E – Enrique Corcuera
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
E is for Enrique Corcuera founder of first Padel court in Acapulco in 1969 Â Despite feeling like a recent revelation, it was 1969 when a wealthy Mexican sports fanatic named Enrique Corcuera accidently invented Padel. Corcuera scaled down a Tennis court due to a lack...
D – Deuce
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Deuce Most people know what deuce means in Padel and tennis. It’s when the score in a game reaches 40 all. But for most people, they’ve not been given any greater insight into the matter. We think you deserve better. Now, some of you reading may know that tennis has...
C – Carbon
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Carbon Carbon is a material commonly used in the manufacturing of Padel rackets, both in the frame and the face. Its unique combination of durability and low weight make it an ideal choice. So let’s dive into the world of carbon Padel racket manufacturing. As far as...
B – Bandeja
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Bandeja Bandeja!? Who or what is a Bandeja? I hear you ask. It literally translates from the Spanish as ‘tray’ — but that’s not particularly useful… What it really means in Padel is a sliced volley. Padel rallies typically evolve such that one pair is attacking while...
A – Alfonso de Hohenlohe
Nov 21, 2021 | 0 Comments
Alfonso de Hohenlohe Alfonso was the man who introduced Padel to Spain, and to Europe. Few figures in Padel history can boast such a colourful lineage. A prince of the house of Hohenlohe-Langenburg (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hohenlohe-Langenburg) on his fathers...
30 years of Padel in England
Aug 30, 2022 | 0 Comments
30 years of Padel in England.
Here’s a quick timeline of padel in the UK from the first courts in the UK in 1992 and the conception of the
Americano Tournament Series at Holmer Green Padel – round 1 Leaderboard
It was good to confirm the competitive juices hadn't frozen in 2023 and were flowing well into 2024 as we had a glorious day of Americano competition on Sunday 7th to kick off the 2024 Americano series in the sunshine. Great to kick the day of with the new players...
Reflecting on an Incredible Year of Padel: A Look Back at 2023
As we bid farewell to 2023, it's time to reflect on a year packed with some great events, community building, and countless moments that have shaped UK Padel this year. From regional tournaments to youth initiatives and coaching milestones, here's a glimpse into the...
Crucial Moments, Critical Choices: Navigating Easy Shots in Padel
We’ve all been there. You’ve hit a great volley into the corner, your opponent is panicking but manages to flick the ball up, the ball seems to fly in slow motion through the air, one slow revolution at a time. Your heart rate goes up and your racket goes back, and...
Unlock Your Winter Padel Performance with Smart Warm-Ups
As the winter chill sets in, your padel game may face unique challenges like playing through a few extra layers of clothing or the odd day of damp back-glass. Nevertheless, with the right warm-up routine, you can not only mitigate the cold but also enhance your...
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How much time can you take in Padel?
How much time can you take in Padel? This may be a question which hasn’t crossed the minds even of some fairly advanced players. Some might consider it to be of little importance. It would, however, be hard to underestimate the impact of breaks — no matter how short —...
How do you score in Padel
How do you score in Padel For those of you familiar with tennis scoring, Padel scoring is exactly the same. If you’re not – don’t worry! This scoring system is a bit strange so we can go through it together. It starts off with what is known as a ‘game’. Now, this...
What’s the difference between Padel and Tennis?
What’s the difference between Padel and Tennis? It’s the most searched for google term in relation to Padel, what are the differences from Padel to tennis. And here for you in black and white are 10 key ones While Padel is a form of tennis it does indeed differ in...
Rules of Padel
WHAT IS PADEL? Padel is a form of Tennis. Same scoring as tennis , played as best of 3 sets. A padel court is about 25% smaller than a tennis court. The court is made up of steel mesh and glass walls which you can hit the ball off in a similar way to squash. The...