John you are killing me. You alone against these 2 players who are no slouch and you're defending an ATP in Game 2? Insanely good performance! Outstanding, simply outstanding. Court coverage, footwork, drops from all over the court. Its all there. These 2 guys were really good and a pleasure to watch.
I really like this series. I only ever play doubles but watching you makes me want to try some singles just to improve my footwork. Footwork would be a great video topic for your teaching series. I don't see people talking about it much. I am amazed watching how much of the count you can cover by yourself.
I love the consistency, and the effortless movement that keeps you from wearing yourself out. You show that waiting for the right ball to put away produces better results instead of forcing it.
Love these videos. I was rooting so hard for you. At a critical moment in third game, you were hitting some nasty cross court backhand dinks!! Well done John.
Very Impressive, great court coverage and you move like you are in your 20's. I giggled at the previous comment asking you to play people your own age when you already were 🤣. Would love to see a video on singles strategy since you move so well. Also selfish ask, would love to see some demonstration on how to properly hit a one handed backhand drive. I know JD uses it but would love to see instruction from someone of your caliber. I know most use the two hander, but personally I like the one hander but struggle to utilize it well. Thanks!
Thanks, I appreciate that. I’ll definitely do a video at some point on singles strategy. I’ve always had a two handed backhand drive so knowledge on the one hander is a bit limited.
Love these videos! I was channeling my inner you the other day in rec play. Took on two 50+ year olds and took them down. Then I lost to a 14 year old in 3.5 singles tournament a few days later. :)
A really enjoyable video of high level PB! You were definitely up for the challenge from two quality 4.5 opponents. In the 4.0 match, I really thought the 4.0 guys would beat a pro. And although I was much less certain about this 4.5 match up after the 4.0 match, I have to admit, my money would have been on the 4.5 guys in a close match. Wrong again! And those 4.5 guys were good! Putting aside your pickleball hitting skills, which are outstanding, your movement, balance, and anticipation (getting into position to slow the game down) in this match are killer! Your videos covering these often overlooked areas are really appreciated. I have a couple of questions concerning the grips you use for your various shots. I'm 6 months into a transition to PB from tennis, where I frequently switched grips depending on the shot. What grips do you use in PB and do they differ from your tennis grips? Do you try to minimize the grips you use and the frequency of grip changes? In particular, I'm curious about what grips you use for your various types of drops and dinks and hand battles. It appears to me that it's mostly continental, with occasional slight grip changes. And rather than grip changes, it appears to me that you more often make wrist position changes. Any information about this will be greatly appreciated. Related to this, I'd love to see a future video on this subject with some slo-motion examples with narration. Anyway, thanks again for this and your numerous videos!
Thanks so much! Glad your enjoying the videos. I’m getting a lot of grip questions so I’m going to be doing a full video breakdown on grips coming up soon.
In my opinion the biggest difference is hand speed and my ability to attack. I won a majority of my points by being first to attack and then cleaning up the hand speed battle.
The side angle view that you added in for this video was a nice touch. Looking forward to part 3 - I'm thinking you'll win vs. the 5.0s if you get 'in the zone' like the 2nd match in this video. Also, was your DUPR rating of 4.8 in the video intro a typo? Your DUPR should be much higher than that?
Thanks, good question. playing 1 on 2 I usually get a lot more (cat and mouse) practice and get to play longer points. In a regular singles game usually I'd be trying to go for a passing shot right away which isn't really available in this situation
You have such great footwork. For you split step must be like breathing. Done flawlessly and without thought. Keep these matchups coming. Great fun and super educational. Are you coming to Sacramento next April for the APP tournament? Also, would you consider showing us your conditioning workout in a future video?
Thanks Tim, you're right, I don't ever think about the split step anymore🤷♂️ I don't know about Sacramento yet for next year. Yeah, I'm sure I'll do a video at some point that shows some Pickleball conditioning things that you can do. 👍
Huge difference between the 4.0’s and 4.5’s. It was easy to tell that you were locked in from the very first point. I think the 5.0’s are going to get you!
You are a great player and you played freaking awesome in this match. I have feeling that you will lose against 2 5.0 players though considering how close this match was.
You should try your hand at badminton, it's like faster paced pickle ball, maybe hit up your local gym and ask to see if a coach is willing to make a video with you?
The more I thought about this, the less I was surprised. The typical 4.5 player isn't used to seeing pro level shots or speed so responding is difficult. In most games, teams play the weaker player. When there is no weaker player, a stronger player on the court gets all the balls and can often dictate even while covering the full court here. The weaker player strategy falls apart when you become the weakest player on the court. Not having a weak partner is actually helpful to the pro. As in, a pro alone is probably more likely to win here than a pro and a 4.0 partner. I won't be surprised if low 5.0 level players also lose for this reason. The pro's best move is to take away time from the opponent by pressuring early and often with speed in rallies so the opponents don't have the time to run him ragged. The 5.0s should do the opposite and use pace and direction to control position.
Yep Kyle, you pretty much nailed it in this synopsis! My only chance against the 5.0’s is to get to the kitchen line, attack early and try to clean up in the hands battles. It’s very possible but will be tough.
Correction. On the opening screen my Dupr shows 4.8. It’s supposed to say 6.8
Yeah, I was wondering about that. I love this series! Keep them coming. Amazing party from all parties.
John you are killing me. You alone against these 2 players who are no slouch and you're defending an ATP in Game 2? Insanely good performance! Outstanding, simply outstanding. Court coverage, footwork, drops from all over the court. Its all there. These 2 guys were really good and a pleasure to watch.
Thanks Victor. I really appreciate that! I really enjoy playing these 2 on 1’s because I really have to use all the skills in my arsenal.
I can’t believe how much court you have to cover playing against two people John. You played amazingly well. Wow!
Thanks! I was exhausted after that!
Huh? You cover more ground playing doubles tennis then you do playing 2 v 1 in pickeball
I really like this series. I only ever play doubles but watching you makes me want to try some singles just to improve my footwork. Footwork would be a great video topic for your teaching series. I don't see people talking about it much. I am amazed watching how much of the count you can cover by yourself.
Thanks Josh, actually I’ve already made 1 video on footwork. Go check it out. It’s pretty good.
I love the consistency, and the effortless movement that keeps you from wearing yourself out. You show that waiting for the right ball to put away produces better results instead of forcing it.
Thanks! It’s been a lot of practice to get it to that point. 😅
Love these videos. I was rooting so hard for you. At a critical moment in third game, you were hitting some nasty cross court backhand dinks!! Well done John.
Thanks Jay, I really had to dig in there in crunch time
Very Impressive, great court coverage and you move like you are in your 20's. I giggled at the previous comment asking you to play people your own age when you already were 🤣.
Would love to see a video on singles strategy since you move so well.
Also selfish ask, would love to see some demonstration on how to properly hit a one handed backhand drive. I know JD uses it but would love to see instruction from someone of your caliber. I know most use the two hander, but personally I like the one hander but struggle to utilize it well.
Thanks!
Thanks, I appreciate that. I’ll definitely do a video at some point on singles strategy. I’ve always had a two handed backhand drive so knowledge on the one hander is a bit limited.
Unreal. All good players. Pro is obviously amazing. Great video.
Wow just stumbled ln this and love it! I think I will run around a little faster tonight when I play after seeing this.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it
Incredible court coverage, John...! Love your channel.
Thanks so much Tom! I appreciate it
Love these videos! I was channeling my inner you the other day in rec play. Took on two 50+ year olds and took them down. Then I lost to a 14 year old in 3.5 singles tournament a few days later. :)
I love it! Thanks. The younger ones are getting really good these days.
A really enjoyable video of high level PB! You were definitely up for the challenge from two quality 4.5 opponents.
In the 4.0 match, I really thought the 4.0 guys would beat a pro. And although I was much less certain about this 4.5 match up after the 4.0 match, I have to admit, my money would have been on the 4.5 guys in a close match. Wrong again! And those 4.5 guys were good!
Putting aside your pickleball hitting skills, which are outstanding, your movement, balance, and anticipation (getting into position to slow the game down) in this match are killer! Your videos covering these often overlooked areas are really appreciated.
I have a couple of questions concerning the grips you use for your various shots. I'm 6 months into a transition to PB from tennis, where I frequently switched grips depending on the shot.
What grips do you use in PB and do they differ from your tennis grips? Do you try to minimize the grips you use and the frequency of grip changes?
In particular, I'm curious about what grips you use for your various types of drops and dinks and hand battles. It appears to me that it's mostly continental, with occasional slight grip changes.
And rather than grip changes, it appears to me that you more often make wrist position changes.
Any information about this will be greatly appreciated. Related to this, I'd love to see a future video on this subject with some slo-motion examples with narration.
Anyway, thanks again for this and your numerous videos!
Thanks so much! Glad your enjoying the videos. I’m getting a lot of grip questions so I’m going to be doing a full video breakdown on grips coming up soon.
5:07 great point!!!!!!!!
That was unique and very cool to watch.
Thanks Dike!
I'm so jealous you have your own PB court! That would be so awesome to have everyday. High-five!
Mind blown 🤯 fn amazing John. I am sorry but damn, I Never thought you’d get it done against 4.5’s . 👊🏻
Thanks Scotty! they definitely gave me a run for my money.
I love this. Your tactics are great.
Thanks!
Wow that is one heck of a feat. Great job.
Thanks Ed 👍
what do you think the major difference is between Cincola and rec players? Is it the hand speed? unforced errors? Drops? everything?
In my opinion the biggest difference is hand speed and my ability to attack. I won a majority of my points by being first to attack and then cleaning up the hand speed battle.
@@johncincolapickleball Thanks man. That is what it seemed like in the video as well.
The side angle view that you added in for this video was a nice touch. Looking forward to part 3 - I'm thinking you'll win vs. the 5.0s if you get 'in the zone' like the 2nd match in this video.
Also, was your DUPR rating of 4.8 in the video intro a typo? Your DUPR should be much higher than that?
Oh whoops, it was suppose to say 6.8
Thanks!
@@johncincolapickleball maybe that's why everyone online says 5.0s always look like 3.0s
Well played John. What are the advantages/disadvantages of working on your singles game using 1v2?
Thanks, good question. playing 1 on 2 I usually get a lot more (cat and mouse) practice and get to play longer points. In a regular singles game usually I'd be trying to go for a passing shot right away which isn't really available in this situation
Fun to watch! Great movement.
Thanks, it was fun to play too!
Wow this is so interesting and impressive 👏🏻
Haha, I love this series. :D
Thanks 👍
You have such great footwork. For you split step must be like breathing. Done flawlessly and without thought. Keep these matchups coming. Great fun and super educational. Are you coming to Sacramento next April for the APP tournament? Also, would you consider showing us your conditioning workout in a future video?
Thanks Tim, you're right, I don't ever think about the split step anymore🤷♂️
I don't know about Sacramento yet for next year.
Yeah, I'm sure I'll do a video at some point that shows some Pickleball conditioning things that you can do. 👍
Great game. Lots of fun to watch.
Thanks Nancy!
Brilliant John.😎
Thanks so much 👍
Huge difference between the 4.0’s and 4.5’s. It was easy to tell that you were locked in from the very first point. I think the 5.0’s are going to get you!
Yeah, I had to bro g a different level of intensity for sure!
Impressive play on both sides...but that one guy...!!
Thanks!
fascinating. thanks!!
You are a great player and you played freaking awesome in this match. I have feeling that you will lose against 2 5.0 players though considering how close this match was.
Thanks, you’re probably right. Still haven’t had time to get in the 5.0 match yet but it will take a massive effort to win that one.
You should try your hand at badminton, it's like faster paced pickle ball, maybe hit up your local gym and ask to see if a coach is willing to make a video with you?
The more I thought about this, the less I was surprised. The typical 4.5 player isn't used to seeing pro level shots or speed so responding is difficult. In most games, teams play the weaker player. When there is no weaker player, a stronger player on the court gets all the balls and can often dictate even while covering the full court here. The weaker player strategy falls apart when you become the weakest player on the court. Not having a weak partner is actually helpful to the pro. As in, a pro alone is probably more likely to win here than a pro and a 4.0 partner. I won't be surprised if low 5.0 level players also lose for this reason. The pro's best move is to take away time from the opponent by pressuring early and often with speed in rallies so the opponents don't have the time to run him ragged. The 5.0s should do the opposite and use pace and direction to control position.
Yep Kyle, you pretty much nailed it in this synopsis! My only chance against the 5.0’s is to get to the kitchen line, attack early and try to clean up in the hands battles. It’s very possible but will be tough.
This sport takes so much skill practice and talent
Thanks 😊
Out of curiosity, how many serves do you get? 1 or 2?
2 serves
6:28 dude could have tried harder to bury this shot!! and that was the game
Just wow!!!!!
Thanks 😊
Wow. I get tired just watching the videos. 🥵
Me too 😊, Thanks
AMAZING
Thanks!
Now play some 4.5s your age
I did, they’re both in their 40’s and I’m 42.
Touche’
4.61 ? Not even close. The 4.50 was much better