This guide is designed to help rank players from “Open” to “D”, providing clear descriptions of the skills and competencies expected at each level. This will ensure players are placed in the appropriate categories, fostering competitive and enjoyable play.

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D Level

Beginners learning the fundamentals of Padel.

Shots and Techniques:

• Forehand & Backhand: Developing basic strokes, inconsistent power and accuracy.

• Volleys: Basic, with frequent errors.

• Smashes: Rarely used, often inaccurate.

• Lobs: Basic, often too short or too long.

• Back Wall: Limited or no understanding of using the back wall effectively.

• Side Wall: Little to no understanding and use of the side wall.

 

Game Understanding:

• Tactics: Minimal tactical awareness, focus is on learning the basics.

• Positioning: Learning basic positioning, frequent errors.

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Consistency

• Rally Length: Very short rallies, high error rate.

• Ball Control: Low percentage of balls in play, frequent errors as skills develop.

 

C Level

Recreational players focused on improving their game and enjoying the sport.

 

Shots and Techniques

• Forehand & Backhand: Basic, with inconsistent power and placement.

• Volleys: Functional, but often lack control and precision.

• Smashes: Inconsistent, with frequent errors.

• Lobs: Basic, often short or inaccurate.

• Back Wall: Basic use of the back wall, often defensive and inconsistent.

• Side Wall: Limited understanding and use of the side wall.

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Game Understanding:

• Tactics: Limited tactical knowledge, focus is on basic play and improvement.

• Positioning: Basic understanding, with frequent positioning errors.

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Consistency:

• Rally Length: Short rallies, with a high error rate.

• Ball Control: Moderate percentage of balls in play, with frequent errors.

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B Level

Intermediate players with solid fundamental skills, often participating in competitive leagues.

 

Shots and Technique

• Forehand & Backhand: Reliable, with good control and occasional use of spin.

• Volleys: Consistent, but sometimes lack the precision to finish points.

• Smashes: Moderately powerful, with a higher error rate than A level.

• Lobs: Effective, but occasionally short or inaccurate.

• Back Wall: Understands and uses the back wall effectively but with occasional errors.

• Side Wall: Basic understanding and use of the side wall in play.

• Back Wall: Understands and uses the back wall effectively but with occasional errors.

• Side Wall: Basic understanding and use of the side wall in play.

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Game Understanding

• Tactics: Basic tactical awareness can execute simple strategies.

• Positioning: Generally good but may struggle with advanced positioning.

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Consistency

• Rally Length: Capable of moderate rallies, with a noticeable error rate.

• Ball Control: Good percentage of balls in play, but errors increase under pressure.

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A Level

Highly skilled players just below the Open level, often competing in high-level amateur tournaments.

 

Shots and Technique

• Forehand & Backhand: Strong and reliable, with good use of spin and placement.

• Volleys: Effective and consistent, winning points regularly at the net.

• Smashes: Powerful, with occasional unforced errors.

• Lobs: Effective, though not always as deep and accurate as Open level.

• Back Wall: Proficient use of the back wall, often turning defensive shots into offensive opportunities.

• Side Wall: Good understanding and use of the side wall in play.

 

Game Understanding

• Tactics: Good tactical knowledge, able to implement strategies and adapt during play.

• Positioning: Generally good positioning, with some occasional errors.

 

Consistency

• Rally Length: Capable of sustaining rallies, with a moderate error rate.

• Ball Control: High percentage of balls in play, with some errors under pressure.

 

Open Level

The highest level of play, consisting of the top amateur players in the country.

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Shots and Technique

• Forehand & Backhand: Exceptional power, spin, and placement. Able to hit winners from various court positions.

• Volleys: High precision and control, consistently winning points at the net.

• Smashes: Powerful and accurate, often ending points with a smash.

• Lobs: Consistently deep and accurate, used strategically to change the pace of the game.

• Back Wall: Expert use of the back wall, turning defensive shots into offensive opportunities.

• Side Wall: Mastery in using the side wall for both attacking and defensive plays.

 

Game Understanding

• Tactics: Advanced tactical awareness, able to read the opponent’s game and adjust strategies accordingly.

• Positioning: Excellent positioning, both in offensive and defensive scenarios.

 

Consistency

• Rally Length: Can sustain long rallies with minimal unforced errors.

• Ball Control: High percentage of balls in play, with a very low error rate.​