The Padel School Podcast

Everyone wants a better smash, a sharper vibora, or a more aggressive game. But after watching and coaching players at every level—from beginners to professional tournaments—Sandy and Tom keep coming back to one shot that has the biggest impact on winning matches: the lob.
In this episode, they break down why the quality of your lob dictates who controls the net, why better players consistently hit deeper lobs, and how small improvements in depth and decision-making can transform your results. You'll also learn why many players hit lobs too short under pressure, how the pros find their range early in matches, and why training the lob should be a core part of every player's practice.
In this episode, you'll learn:
 Why the lob is the most important shot in padel 
 The difference between a good lob and a match-winning lob 
 How professional players use the lob to control points 
 Why players often hit short lobs under pressure 
 When to use a high lob versus a fast lob 
 How better decision-making improves your lob success rate 
 Practical ways to train your lob, even without a coach 
 How footwork and ball control directly affect lob quality 
If you want to win more matches, spend less time defending, and take control of the court more often, this episode will change the way you think about the lob. 🎾

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Many players start their padel journey improving quickly, only to hit a frustrating plateau where progress seems to stop. In this episode, Sandy and Tom break down the three key areas they've identified after working with thousands of players worldwide that separate players who keep improving from those who get stuck.
They explore why footwork is the foundation of every shot, how ball control and grip influence consistency, and why having a clear focus every time you step on court can accelerate your learning. Whether you're a beginner looking to build strong fundamentals or an experienced player aiming to reach the next level, this episode provides practical steps you can apply immediately to your game.
In this episode, you'll learn:
 Why footwork is the most overlooked skill in padel 
 How better ball control leads to better decision-making 
 The role of grip in developing consistent technique 
 Why many players plateau despite playing regularly 
 How to create a simple learning routine that speeds up improvement 
 The mental habits that help players improve faster and perform more consistently 
If you're serious about improving your game, this episode will help you focus on the foundations that make the biggest difference. 🎾

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Have you reached a point where your padel game feels stuck? In this episode, we uncover the three biggest reasons players stop improving—and, more importantly, what they can do about it.
Drawing on years of experience coaching everyone from complete beginners to national-level athletes, we break down the three essential pillars of long-term improvement: footwork, ball control, and consistent confidence. You'll learn why these often-overlooked foundations have a bigger impact on your performance than flashy shots, and discover practical ways to develop them both on and off the court.
Whether you're new to padel or looking to take your game to the next level, this episode will give you actionable strategies to train smarter, improve faster, and get past the plateau.
In this episode:
 Why footwork is the foundation of every shot 
 The role of grip and ball control in consistent play 
 How to build confidence and focus through intentional practice 
 Simple off-court habits that accelerate improvement 
 The importance of strong foundations for long-term success 
Tune in and start building the skills that truly move your game forward. 🎾
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Padel is addictive… but that’s also part of the problem. 🎾
Players go from never playing to spending hours on court every week, often without preparing their body properly. Add poor warm-ups, the wrong shoes, wet conditions, bad technique, or unsafe habits on court, and injuries quickly become common.
In this episode, Sandy and Tom break down:
✅ Why so many padel players get injured
✅ The importance of proper warm-ups and routines
✅ How technique and equipment affect your body
✅ When conditions become unsafe to play
✅ Common on-court safety mistakes players ignore
✅ Why shoes, balls, and rackets matter more than you think
If you want to stay healthy, play consistently, and enjoy padel long-term, this episode is essential listening.

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Why do some players always seem impossible to beat — even when they don’t look technically superior?
In this episode, Sandy and Tom break down what truly separates stronger players from the rest, and more importantly, how you can close that gap faster than you think.
From consistency, tactical discipline, and shot selection to mental resilience and avoiding the trap of overplaying, this conversation reveals why most club players lose to better opponents before they even realize what’s happening.
You’ll learn:
 What actually makes a “better” player 
 Why consistency beats power at almost every level 
 How poor decision-making costs players more matches than technique 
 The biggest tactical mistakes recreational players make 
 Why trying too hard often makes you lose faster 
 How to train smarter to compete with stronger opponents 
 The key mental strategies for staying competitive under pressure 
If you’ve ever walked off court frustrated, wondering why you keep losing to stronger players, this episode gives you the roadmap to start changing that.

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Padel Training & Match Journal: Track Your Training, Matches, and On-Court Progress
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The Padel School Membership (with FREE Trial) 
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