The Pancake Defense might not be the most elegant move on the court—but it’s becoming more and more common, even at the pro level.
Why?
Because with today’s game, every split second matters. And this move saves you time when it counts.
The technique is simple:
Use the same side of your paddle to defend both forehands and backhands at the kitchen line—no flipping, no hesitation.
In this video, I’ll first walk you through the traditional way to hit these shots—then show you how to execute them using the Pancake Defense.