Pickleball Court Positioning — Where to Stand (and Why It Matters)

You can have the best shots in the world — but if you’re standing in the wrong spot, you’ll still lose the point.

Pickleball is a game of positioning. Knowing where to be on the court — and when — separates beginners from advanced players.

• On the Serve: Stay back, prepare for return.
• On the Return: Move up to the kitchen line as soon as possible.
• On Defense: Stay low, give yourself time.
• On Offense: Take the net, cut angles.
• Key Positioning Rules:
• Don’t hover midcourt — it’s a “no man’s land.”
• Cover the middle in doubles.
• Move in sync with your partner.

Winning pickleball players don’t just hit better shots — they’re always in the right place.

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