Briones Pickleball Podcast

The RISE of James Ignatowich | Pickleball Skillsets, Strategy, and Tactics

May 05, 2024 Jordan Briones from Briones Pickleball Season 1 Episode 51
The RISE of James Ignatowich | Pickleball Skillsets, Strategy, and Tactics
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Briones Pickleball Podcast
The RISE of James Ignatowich | Pickleball Skillsets, Strategy, and Tactics
May 05, 2024 Season 1 Episode 51
Jordan Briones from Briones Pickleball

Check out Jimmy's newsletter HERE: https://www.james-ignatowich.com/newsletter

Struggling to get to 4.0? Sign up for our FREE "Breaking the 3.5 Barrier" video series here: https://www.brionespickleball.com/breaking-the-3-5-barrier

CHECK OUT OUR EXCLUSIVE TRAININGS BELOW!

***For TOURNAMENT Players ONLY*** If you are a tournament player (or someone who is 110% serious about improving their game), I have designed an EXCLUSIVE, week long (5-day) Super Intensive pickleball training specially for you. If you are tired of wasting money on camps or clinics that are subpar at best, and you are looking for a REAL solution to transforming your game - then we have exactly what you are looking for. Many players have transformed their game already, if you would like to join them, fill out the application for this once-in-lifetime training here: https://forms.gle/JgTiTCHm3p135qvN9
*There are ONLY 12 spots available, so if you'd really like to be a part of this game-changing training opportunity, fill out the form above! I would love to see you out on the court!

Are you interested in EXCLUSIVE, 2-day in-person trainings? Sign up for a 2-day VIP Intensive below:
https://www.brionespickleball.com/coaching

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introducing James (Jimmy) Ignatowich
00:03:34 - The Rise and Fall of My Tennis Career
00:07:16 - The Start of My Pickleball Journey
00:10:46 - First Win in Pickleball?
00:14:16 - Pickleball Singles started it all...
00:17:37 - Developing Essential Pickleball Skills
00:21:16 - Wrist and forearm strength (big secret)
00:24:53 - Jack Sock and His Pickleball Skills
00:31:50 - Working on Your Serve Power
00:35:19 - Big Differences in Mixed Doubles vs Men's Doubles
00:42:20 - The Amazing Pickleball Community
00:49:18 - Importance of Attacking off of the Bounce
00:52:31 - Improving Returns and Serves in Pickleball
00:55:50 - Drilling and Practice Partners
01:02:45 - Ben's Special Talent 
01:17:01 - Shout out to Mom and Dad
01:20:33 - Appreciating this amazing sport

GET COACHED directly for your PHONE! If you'd like to get personal, 1-on-1 coaching from the Briones Pickleball Coaching Team, click the link and download the app below:
https://link.myjourneypickleball.com/LlXHEnbJ9Bb

WANT A NEW PADDLE? Get 10% off any new paddle BELOW (all your favorite brands to choose from)!
Purchase your new paddle HERE: https://bit.ly/3OIHDj0
Use discount code "BRIONES10" for 10% off of your order

For a FREE FULL drill routine, check out the link below! Level-Up your game now!
https://www.brionespickleball.com/workout

If you'd like to learn more about pickleball strategy, visit: https://www.brionespickleball.com

Check out ALL the awesome paddles that SELKIRK has to offer below:
*Purchase a new Selkirk paddle in the link below, AND receive a FREE gift!
https://www.selkirk.com/briones
Use code ADV-BRIONES at checkout on the Selkirk website. You'll receive a free gift card from Selkirk AFTER your purchase.

CAN'T FIND A DRILLING PARTNER?
If you want to work on your game, but you don't have anyone to drill with, a ball machine could be a great fit for you! We've partnered up with Simon Pickleball Machines, the most consistent and durable pickleball machine out on the market! Check it out below!
https://pickleballmachine.com/?aff=14

Use checkout code: BRIONES50 for $50 off!

If you'd like to learn more about pickleball strategy, visit: https://www.brionespickleball.com

Are you interested in LIVE, in-person trainings with me? Go to:
https://www.brionespickleball.com/coaching

Don't forget to like this video, and subscribe to this YouTube channel!

Show Notes

Check out Jimmy's newsletter HERE: https://www.james-ignatowich.com/newsletter

Struggling to get to 4.0? Sign up for our FREE "Breaking the 3.5 Barrier" video series here: https://www.brionespickleball.com/breaking-the-3-5-barrier

CHECK OUT OUR EXCLUSIVE TRAININGS BELOW!

***For TOURNAMENT Players ONLY*** If you are a tournament player (or someone who is 110% serious about improving their game), I have designed an EXCLUSIVE, week long (5-day) Super Intensive pickleball training specially for you. If you are tired of wasting money on camps or clinics that are subpar at best, and you are looking for a REAL solution to transforming your game - then we have exactly what you are looking for. Many players have transformed their game already, if you would like to join them, fill out the application for this once-in-lifetime training here: https://forms.gle/JgTiTCHm3p135qvN9
*There are ONLY 12 spots available, so if you'd really like to be a part of this game-changing training opportunity, fill out the form above! I would love to see you out on the court!

Are you interested in EXCLUSIVE, 2-day in-person trainings? Sign up for a 2-day VIP Intensive below:
https://www.brionespickleball.com/coaching

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introducing James (Jimmy) Ignatowich
00:03:34 - The Rise and Fall of My Tennis Career
00:07:16 - The Start of My Pickleball Journey
00:10:46 - First Win in Pickleball?
00:14:16 - Pickleball Singles started it all...
00:17:37 - Developing Essential Pickleball Skills
00:21:16 - Wrist and forearm strength (big secret)
00:24:53 - Jack Sock and His Pickleball Skills
00:31:50 - Working on Your Serve Power
00:35:19 - Big Differences in Mixed Doubles vs Men's Doubles
00:42:20 - The Amazing Pickleball Community
00:49:18 - Importance of Attacking off of the Bounce
00:52:31 - Improving Returns and Serves in Pickleball
00:55:50 - Drilling and Practice Partners
01:02:45 - Ben's Special Talent 
01:17:01 - Shout out to Mom and Dad
01:20:33 - Appreciating this amazing sport

GET COACHED directly for your PHONE! If you'd like to get personal, 1-on-1 coaching from the Briones Pickleball Coaching Team, click the link and download the app below:
https://link.myjourneypickleball.com/LlXHEnbJ9Bb

WANT A NEW PADDLE? Get 10% off any new paddle BELOW (all your favorite brands to choose from)!
Purchase your new paddle HERE: https://bit.ly/3OIHDj0
Use discount code "BRIONES10" for 10% off of your order

For a FREE FULL drill routine, check out the link below! Level-Up your game now!
https://www.brionespickleball.com/workout

If you'd like to learn more about pickleball strategy, visit: https://www.brionespickleball.com

Check out ALL the awesome paddles that SELKIRK has to offer below:
*Purchase a new Selkirk paddle in the link below, AND receive a FREE gift!
https://www.selkirk.com/briones
Use code ADV-BRIONES at checkout on the Selkirk website. You'll receive a free gift card from Selkirk AFTER your purchase.

CAN'T FIND A DRILLING PARTNER?
If you want to work on your game, but you don't have anyone to drill with, a ball machine could be a great fit for you! We've partnered up with Simon Pickleball Machines, the most consistent and durable pickleball machine out on the market! Check it out below!
https://pickleballmachine.com/?aff=14

Use checkout code: BRIONES50 for $50 off!

If you'd like to learn more about pickleball strategy, visit: https://www.brionespickleball.com

Are you interested in LIVE, in-person trainings with me? Go to:
https://www.brionespickleball.com/coaching

Don't forget to like this video, and subscribe to this YouTube channel!