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Strategies for Sustaining and Growing the Sport of Pickleball

Strategies for Sustaining and Growing the Sport of Pickleball

Pickleball, a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has been gaining tremendous popularity in recent years. With its easy-to-learn rules, low equipment costs, and suitability for players of all ages and skill levels, pickleball...

5 Effective Strategies to Keep Growing as a Pickleball Player

5 Effective Strategies to Keep Growing as a Pickleball Player

Pickleball has gained immense popularity in recent years, captivating players of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, there's always room for growth and improvement in this exciting sport. To enhance your skills and take your...

Unleashing the Power of the Kinetic Chain in Your Pickleball Swing

Unleashing the Power of the Kinetic Chain in Your Pickleball Swing

In the fast-paced world of pickleball, mastering your swing is essential to gaining a competitive edge. One often overlooked yet vital aspect of an effective swing is understanding and harnessing the power of the kinetic chain. By utilizing the body's natural...

Famous Pickleball Players To Follow | Tyson McGuffin To Tom Brady

Famous Pickleball Players To Follow | Tyson McGuffin To Tom Brady

Pickleball piques the enthusiasm of more than die-hard athletes; famous celebrities are signing up in record numbers. It is one of the fastest-growing racket sports in America, with more than 15,000 courts to choose from and millions catching onto the fun. Who could...

5 Best Pickleball Serves To Master (Beginner To Advanced)

5 Best Pickleball Serves To Master (Beginner To Advanced)

The pickleball serve is one the most important aspect of the pickleball game that you need to master. It's more than simply getting the ball across the net and into your opponent's service court. It can be a powerful tool that will give you options if you strike it...

What Kind Of Ball Is Used In Pickleball | Indoor Vs Outdoor Ones

What Kind Of Ball Is Used In Pickleball | Indoor Vs Outdoor Ones

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in America. Ever since its creation in the mid 1960's, it has gained a foothold in sports culture. There are a wide range of participants - from beginner players to advanced players. I can be a game that is enjoyed by...

#1 Biggest Mistake Recreational Players Make…Do THIS Instead!

#1 Biggest Mistake Recreational Players Make…Do THIS Instead!

Quite possibly the most notorious mistake I see out on the recreational courts, and for those players that just can't quite seem to get their game to improve, can be summed up in two words… late response. I see this mistake showing up in three major ways. I'm going to...

How To Hit The Perfect Forehand Slice Return In 7 Simple Steps

How To Hit The Perfect Forehand Slice Return In 7 Simple Steps

We’re going to cover the mechanics of how to hit an effective slice return on the forehand side in seven simple steps that you can use again and again against any serve that comes your way. You'll want to know this so you can land your return deep in your opponent's...

5 MAIN Reasons 3.0/3.5s Pop Up Blocks (& How To Keep It Low Instead)

5 MAIN Reasons 3.0/3.5s Pop Up Blocks (& How To Keep It Low Instead)

We’re going to talk about the five main reasons why you pop it up with balls that are hit hard towards your body and what you should do instead to keep it low and prevent repetitive attacks. We’re going to be talking about when you get attacked at the non-volley zone...

#1 Shot To Beat Bangers Once And For All

#1 Shot To Beat Bangers Once And For All

Do you struggle against opponents that have only one speed and that speed is hard on everything, also known as bangers?  Then this video/blog is for you. I’m going to break down exactly what you need to do to handle these players and in fact welcome playing them...

9 Popular Pickleball Tips That Are Actually Ruining Your Game

9 Popular Pickleball Tips That Are Actually Ruining Your Game

Over the years I've been playing and coaching pickleball I've heard some strategic advice that comes up time and time again. These strategies get repeated like mantra. Many have considered this general strategic outline as the be-all and end-all for sound pickleball....

#1 Way to Transform Your Pickleball Shots

#1 Way to Transform Your Pickleball Shots

There's one major thing standing between you and the level of play that you aspire to. Most players that are feeling stuck and like they're not getting anywhere with their game are simply not aware of it. These players express frustration because although they feel...

The 5 Core Skills Of Every 5.0 Pickleball Player

The 5 Core Skills Of Every 5.0 Pickleball Player

There's a lot of things that 5.0 players do well that separate them from the pack. There's a select few of these skills that make up a huge chunk of the difference as compared to others. We’re going to cover five core skills that you'll find in every advanced player's...

Top 10 Most Actionable Pickleball Tips For Aspiring Advanced Players

Top 10 Most Actionable Pickleball Tips For Aspiring Advanced Players

If you're an intermediate player looking to break into those upper echelon levels then you need to ramp up your skills. You need to do this all while keeping an eye on what's working in the modern game and where things are headed. Here's my list of the top 10 things...

Hit A Perfect Backhand Slice Return In 7 Steps (Technique Explained)

Hit A Perfect Backhand Slice Return In 7 Steps (Technique Explained)

A slice return is a great option on the backhand side because it allows you to do a few things that are beneficial for you towards advancing in the point from there. Benefit #1 You can cover some ground as you hit the shot which helps you transition to the non-volley...

Fault-Proofing Your Pickleball Game | What is a Fault in Pickleball?

Fault-Proofing Your Pickleball Game | What is a Fault in Pickleball?

Knowing the rules is crucial for pickleball beginners so that they can avoid faults and become better players. So, what are faults in pickleball and how can you avoid them? Pickleball, like any set of rule, has a governing body that puts out the rules of the game. In...

Top 7 Things That Are Killing Your Dinking Game

Top 7 Things That Are Killing Your Dinking Game

As much as power is coming more and more into the game of pickleball, dinking is still and will likely always be an important part of the game for the simple reason that when all four players are up at the non-volley zone line, a dink is often strategically a wise...

3 Constraints That Hold Most Pickleball Players Back

3 Constraints That Hold Most Pickleball Players Back

We’re going to dive into three big constraints that are holding many players back from becoming the player they want to be. The good news is that these things can be addressed, and fixes can be implemented right away. The bad news is that most aren't even aware...

3.0 to 4.0+ Faster With THIS Pickleball Hack

3.0 to 4.0+ Faster With THIS Pickleball Hack

It seems that most players want to play with other players who are deemed to be at an equal level or at a higher level of play than they are. It's fun. We'll be super engaged because we'll feel challenged. If we win, we get bragging rights and if we lose it might suck...

5 Hard Shot Defense Mistakes..Do THIS Instead

5 Hard Shot Defense Mistakes..Do THIS Instead

Sometimes you’re up at the line and either you or you partner accidentally sends a popped up ball over to your opponents that puts you in quite a tough situation on the very next shot that’s coming back. We’re specifically talking about the instance when it’s quite a...

Ben Johns | Young Pickleball Champion Reigns Supreme

Ben Johns | Young Pickleball Champion Reigns Supreme

At a young age in his 20s, Ben Johns is considered by many to be a pickleball legend and one of the best professional pickleball players in the U.S. and the world.  The young champion has added over 50 titles while on the PPA tour to his name and that list keeps...

Pickleball Origin Story | History Of Pickleball

Pickleball Origin Story | History Of Pickleball

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the United States. But, have you ever wondered about the history of pickleball? Where it all started? This article will take a trip down memory lane to go back to the early days of pickleball, how the game was invented, and...

Best Gifts For Pickleball Players (The Ultimate Guide)

Best Gifts For Pickleball Players (The Ultimate Guide)

Do you have a pickleball player in your life? If so, you're probably looking for the perfect gift for them. Pickleball is a popular sport that is growing in popularity every day, and there are many gifts that you can find for pickleball players. We're sure you've been...

What Equipment is Needed to Play Pickleball

What Equipment is Needed to Play Pickleball

Pickleball combines elements of tennis and badminton, along with a bit of table tennis.  So it makes sense that the equipment required to play pickleball is similar to these sports. You may be wondering what equipment is needed to play pickleball, and you will be...

Where To Play Pickleball Guide (Court Location Finder)

Where To Play Pickleball Guide (Court Location Finder)

Pickleball is America's fastest growing sport. This exceptional growth & demand for this sport has left finding an ideal pickleball court somewhat limited in some areas of the country. The growing pickleball movement has made it clear that the game is here to stay...

Pickleball Is A Combination Of What 3 Sports?

Pickleball Is A Combination Of What 3 Sports?

What sport is pickleball most similar to? Pickleball is a combination of three sports: tennis, badminton, and ping pong (table tennis). It is played on a badminton sized court with an approximate tennis height net (2 inches lower) and what can be thought of as an...

#1 Way To Get A LOT Better At Pickleball FAST

#1 Way To Get A LOT Better At Pickleball FAST

We're going to talk about the number one way to get better at pickleball fast. It may be something you've heard before but I'm going to break down how I do it and how some of the best players I know do it that’s different. This difference is what sky rockets the...

3 Keys To A Killer 3rd Shot Drop