No, You Shouldn’t RUSH to the Kitchen in Pickleball

I’ve said it a billion times, so let’s make it a billion and ONE: there’s zero value in rushing to the kitchen line after our 3rd. “WHAT?” I hear you ask. That goes against everything anyone has ever told me about basic pickleball strategy. But the key to my above assertion is in the word rush.  Of course, there will be […]

Volair Mach 2 Forza Paddle Review

Volair is back at it with the new Mach 2 Forza. This thermoformed paddle comes in both a 14mm and 16mm thickness. The Mach 2 is the traditional shape while the Mach 1 is the elongated version. This Mach 2 Forza sports Toray T700 carbon fiber that is as gritty as any paddle we have […]

Crossover Backhand Dinks are Your Friend

Ignore coaches and players who tell you to never take a crossover step when you dink. There’s absolutely a correct time to do it, regardless of the level you play. The most common time where you’ll want to break the old school “open stance only” rule is when you’re pulled wide on your backhand. Taking […]