When your opponent consistently dinks down the line, they might be setting themselves up for trouble—because it opens the door for one of the most exciting shots in Pickleball:
The Erne.
The Erne isn’t just a satisfying shot—it’s often a game-changer.
I’ve seen it time and again: one clean Erne winner sparks paddle taps, a burst of momentum, and a rally of points for the team that executed it.
And let’s be honest—it just looks cool.
Flying through the air, hitting the ball mid-flight? There’s nothing quite like it.
In the drill below:
We’ll show you a few smart, repeatable ways to set up Erne opportunities—without guessing or forcing it.