Participating in your first pickleball tournament can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. And just about everyone who’s ever done it is going to tell you the same thing, which is a real shame. Telling you to just “focus on having fun” or “not worry so much” isn’t helpful. How do you do that, exactly? Especially […]
Jack Munro here. As a professional pickleball player, I’m always on the lookout for innovative ways to train for better pickleball to gain an edge on the court. Recently, three other young pros and I took on the challenge of playing a game using mini Sweet Stick Training Paddles. These paddles are designed with a much smaller […]
One of the most crucial skills in pickleball is the ability to anticipate your opponent’s shots. Knowing where the ball is going before you can even hit it provides you a head start and can be the difference between winning and losing a point. This is especially true when all players are at the kitchen […]
Pickleball was originally just a made up game for one bored family to pass the time. Now, it’s a cultural phenomenon, appearing in media, fostering major investments, and expanding internationally. Countless online communities surrounding the sport have cropped up, with members discussing the most granular of subtopics. Even the sport’s name is hotly contested. So […]
I loved to play the left side (“adv. side”) in tennis due to my preferred twoey backhand shot. But the same advantages for left side players do not exist in pickleball. Pickleball has nuances that lend different roles to different sides of the court. The conventional strategy is that the left side player typically will […]
Pickleball in England is picking up steam. Consider this year’s English Open, August 8th to 14th, which closed registration with 1,976 registered players from 42 different countries. The OPEN features seven days of high-octane competition. Players from around the globe—including top professionals from America, Europe, and Asia—will be battling it out in singles, doubles, mixed, wheelchair, and […]
Pickleball Kingdom, renowned as the world’s largest indoor pickleball entity, has announced a major expansion into Illinois. This marks a significant stride in its mission to promote and enhance the sport of pickleball. Led by franchisees Dhaval Patel and Sanjay Patel of Pickleball X Equity, this initiative will see the introduction of 36 new premier indoor […]
Pickleball is booming, and its manufacturers are struggling to keep up with demand. Research shows 500 million pickleballs are produced every year. That seems impressive — until you realize how much plastic will inevitably end up in landfills. Some estimates say 77 million pounds of it can be attributed to pickleball. Then, there’s the noise issue. We’ve seen countless complaints […]
Earlier this week, a reportedly-leaked email from Collin Johns explaining his distaste for Major League Pickleball’s format contained quite a few points that explored the nuance of the league’s strengths and weaknesses. I unpacked most of Collin’s opinions, agreeing with him regarding his points about the overall production quality and lighting but finding fault with most […]
The ability to effectively respond to aggressive shots from the kitchen line can significantly influence the outcome of a game. Understanding when to use a block shot versus a counter shot is crucial for controlling the pace and direction of play. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you make the right choice in different scenarios, […]
