The Dink Shot
A soft shot that lands in the opponent’s kitchen.
A dink is a soft, controlled shot hit from near the kitchen line that arcs over the net and lands in the opponent’s non-volley zone. It is a strategic shot designed to force a pop-up, not a rule, but it is central to high-level play.
Common mistakes
- Hitting dinks too hard
- Standing too far back to dink
📘 Official reference: Technique — not a formal rule.
FAQ
- What is the the dink shot in pickleball?
- A dink is a soft, controlled shot hit from near the kitchen line that arcs over the net and lands in the opponent’s non-volley zone. It is a strategic shot designed to force a pop-up, not a rule, but it is central to high-level play.
- What are common mistakes with the the dink shot?
- Common mistakes include: Hitting dinks too hard; Standing too far back to dink.